The Good Life ~ Sacramento
Exploring a City with a Small-Town Feel and World of PotentialArchive for Holiday Magic
Comfort & Joy (& not necessarily in that order)
Holiday Shopping in Sacramento comes in all shapes and sizes, from malls to historic spots, boutiques to vintage shops, galleries to antique stops. Whether you’re in search of whimsical gifts or just want to reward yourself royally, sometimes the journey is the best part of the adventure. As for the destination, nevertheless, there are some really great shopping + hotel packages currently available for those wanting to immerse in the holiday cheer. http://pages.exacttarget.com/SacramentoWinter2012Deals/
For your shopping options, here are a few local favorites, as well as a few images to your right to stimulate the shopping appetite.
Malls:
Arden Fair, Downtown Plaza, Pavilions, Roseville Galleria, Town & Country
Historic Spots: Old Sacramento, CA State Railroad Museum
Specialty:
Evangeline’s, Lumens Light + Living, Collected Works Gifts
Boutiques:
Felicia Strati, Cuffs, French Cuff Consignment
Vintage Shops:
Thunderhorse, Crimson & Clover, Racks
Galleries: Crocker Art Museum, Artists’ Collaborative Gallery, Spanglish Arte
Antique Stops:
Sacramento Antique Faire, Fringe, 57th Street Antique Row
(Don’t forget your comfy shoes!)
Food, Shelter & Curiosity
Take a Nice Autumn Stroll…
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Are you looking for a reason to be grateful? “We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.” — Thornton Wilder
Are you wondering why Thanksgiving is always on a Thursday?? Thanksgiving was established as a National Holiday by President Abraham Lincoln during the American Civil War, and he specified that the last Thursday of each November should be set aside as a day to give thanks for the founding of our nation.
Ok…. but why?
Because that was the day President Abraham Lincoln observed the holiday when he declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863.
Still not satisfied?
It is apparently not known on exactly what day the Puritans celebrated Thanksgiving, but it is believed to have occurred in October. “It may be that Thursday (and November) became tradition in order to distance the event from the Sabbath day among the Puritan colonists. Thursday was also a typical day for lectures in New England, with ministers giving a religious talk each Thursday afternoon.” Practically speaking, Washington celebrated Thanksgiving on a Thursday, and Lincoln continued the tradition.
Well, you can’t say our country isn’t at least interesting…
Bountiful Blessings, Everyone (and tip top digestion to you)!
There is something special about Sacramento; the rich land upon which it was built, the rivers that flow through, the bounty around it and the people who make the Sacramento area their home.
Life is good in California’s Capital City for many reasons, including climate and geography, community and amenities, nature and wildlife, and so much more. It’s hard to imagine a warmer feeling than a sunshine-drenched morning here, an easier feeling than a refreshing post-rain spring day, or a more engaging experience than a night on the town with friends or family.
There’s truly something here for everyone and every mood, for Sacramento is a shifting entity itself, with four distinct but relatively mild seasons, diverse neighborhoods and people, a ripening food and restaurant scene, year-round events and outdoor fun, and daytime and night-time adventures. Its magic is a blend of history and tradition, vision and reinvention. And there’s so much pleasure to be had here – with family and friends, food and wine, adventures and experiences – that they’re likely to create the kind of fond memories that might seem so familiar… but aren’t quite like any other.
