I had to totally smile to myself the other day while in TJMaxx. And not just because I was in TJMaxx --the best place to lose four hours and come out with a 4.99 rubber spatula and a pair of .99 tights all the while feeling absolutely thrilled with your purchase and your wise use of time (throw a Starbucks coffee into the equation and well, you've got yourself a little slice of heaven).

A raucous group of women had converged between the clearance items and the the bedding items (oh, you TJMaxxers know of where I speak ) and were just carrying on....really having FUN. Laughing, joking, tossing items, making crude comments, did I mention laughing....loudly....and from their bellies? I think one of them may have peed their pants. I'm not certain, but she had that, oh crap this is funnier than I anticipated look on her face. And her legs were crossed unusually tight. In a sort of bent over stance. You get the picture.

They were getting disapproving looks from other shoppers, especially the ones who were trying to set a good example for their small children. Oh and old ladies too. But I just grinned from ear to ear. I may have even let out a chuckle.. It reminded me so much of the times my sisters (and sometimes brothers) and I have gone shopping and been completely out of control. And I think that's why I smiled so hard. Because it reminded me of how grateful I am for my sisters and brothers.

We don't always get along perfectly. There have been plenty of times when I haven't spoken to one (or more) of my siblings. It usually lasts for a few weeks (months) and then we get over it. But I know that any one of my siblings would give their left arm leg hand foot pinky to one of us if we needed it. When push comes to shove, I'm certain that there is nobody that would have my back like my sibs.