close call

the other day i borrowed my friend missy's R1 patagonia pullover (which i had been eyeing on the website last fall). slipping it on my body as the chilly night's air rose, i felt safe and warm insides its shell. i decided to take the leap and purchase my first patagonia product.

so i went into blue ridge mountain sports in barracks and for about 20-30 minutes surveyed my options, finally deciding on a 'seaport blue.' hesitantly, i slid my credit card through the machine and it was mine! unfortunately or rather fortunately, my conscious kicked in when i got home and i had to figure out if i could potentially find that same product for less online.

lo and behold patagonia was having a little special on women's R1's! so for about half the price, I ordered a 'desert clay' pullover. all the while, i happened to be sporting my new purchase, enjoying its snuggly warmth. moments later, my friend alex was offering me a piece of cake by simply sticking it in my face, and so i went for it...boom, red icing lands on the new fleece. SHOOT. it can't be. amy to the rescue and all gets cleaned up. i'll be keeping that safe in its bag with receipt ready until my online purchase arrives.