A Midweek Errand Turned Sweet Memory
Happy Wednesday, friends!
Today turned out to be one of those unexpectedly full and meaningful days—the kind where you set out to simply check something off your list, and it ends up being a little more special than you planned.
Work was good today, and somewhere in between helping members and staying on track, I found myself browsing refrigerator sales at Lowe’s. Wouldn’t you know it—they were running a really good sale… but of course, it was ending today. Isn’t that always the way? So, I made a quick decision, let Mr. C know my plan, and decided that after work, I was heading to Lawton to get that refrigerator bought and taken care of.
Now, Mr. C did have one request—and honestly, I don’t blame him. He asked if I could find someone to ride with me since he doesn’t love the idea of me being in Lawton in the evening by myself. It has gotten a bit uneasy over there at night, especially with the nearby army base and everything going on. So, I called my cousin Brenda, and she was happy to go along.
Well… here’s where things get a little funny.
I picked Brenda up, and as we were backing out of her driveway, she casually mentioned that Jeff was fine with her going on her birthday. Y’all—I completely forgot it was her birthday! I stopped the car right then and there and told her, “Get out! You are not going with me—it’s your birthday!” We both had a good laugh, but she insisted on coming anyway. All she asked was that we make it back by 6:30 so she could still enjoy her birthday dinner that Jeff was making.
So off we went!
Our trip to Lowe’s was quick and smooth. I went in, told the associate exactly which refrigerator I wanted, and got everything handled. I decided to split the payment—half cash, half on a card—and also added the five-year warranty for a little peace of mind. Delivery is set for Friday, and I can already feel what a relief that will be.
This purchase has been a long time coming. The refrigerator we’ve had has lasted an incredible 32 years, and while it has served us well, we could definitely tell this past year that it was struggling. It feels good to finally take care of it, even if 2026 has already brought its fair share of big expenses for us.
But I keep reminding myself—these are investments in our home, and once this is done, we should be in a much better place for a while.
After Lowe’s, I asked Brenda if we had just enough time to swing by Meridian so I could grab an iced coffee—my little treat. Normally, she always says no, but today she surprised me! She had recently tried a salted caramel iced coffee at work and loved it, so we both decided to get one.
And let me tell you—it hit the spot. It had been a while since I had treated myself to one like that, and it made for the perfect little midweek pick-me-up.
We made it back to her house at 6:39—which, if you ask me, still counts as on time thanks to a little girl math. Jeff was there cooking her birthday dinner, and I was just happy we made it back quickly enough for her to enjoy the rest of her evening.
All in all, it was a simple trip—but one filled with laughter, good conversation, a sweet treat, and a little unexpected birthday memory with my cousin.
Sometimes those ordinary days turn into the ones you remember the most.
I hope your week is treating you well and that you’re finding little moments of joy in the middle of your everyday errands. 💛
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