From Jean ..... at Journeys

The transformation has begun.  Last week we spent our time dusting, restocking, and rearranging displays in preparation for the holiday shopping season.  We spent the entire day today turning our window in to a magical winter wonderland.  You know what a traditional girl I am.  For 21 years I have waited until these few days before Thanksgiving to decorate for the holidays.  I will not go directly from Halloween to Christmas.  I just won't do it.  Perhaps it is my Episcopal heritage of celebrating Advent - the 4 weeks leading up to Christmas - that gives me this strong conviction.  Even more so is my desire to celebrate Thanksgiving, a bittersweet day for me personally.

My father always arrived from Boston on Thanksgiving eve with a box of live lobsters in tow.  It seemed rather gluttonous to indulge in such an extravagant meal knowing what was to come the next day.  But it was my dad's way of bringing a little piece of 'home' to Pittsburgh.  How appropriate that my father died on Thanksgiving Day  29 years ago - a holiday that was so very special to both of us.  It changed the day for many years.  Now I am able to smile as I remember the memories of all the wonderful Thanksgivings we did have together.  Please hug the people you love this week.  You never know when it is the last time you can do that.

There are lots of things happening this holiday season at Journeys.  I will be sending newsletters more often announcing the weekly promotions and new merchandise arrivals. Free parking is now available on weekends at Liberty School, a short two blocks from Walnut Street.  Our extended holiday hours begin Friday, December 3rd with the Holiday Walk on Walnut.  It is a busy time! 
 

I hope you plan to make Journeys a part of your holiday shopping plan.  When I look back on all the holidays we have been through at the store, I am amazed.   My heart is full of gratitude for each and every one of you.  Thank you for your loyalty, for making Journeys a shopping destination.  With out our wonderful customers, Journeys would not exist.  I am truly grateful. 

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Top 10 Reasons to Shop at Journeys this Holiday Weekend

10 Find unique treasures from around the globe chosen for you!
9.  Enjoy a cup of mulled cider.
8.  Breathe in the calming aromas.
7.  Leave with gifts in a free 'ready to give' Journeys Gift Bag.
6.  Explore the store with specially chosen background music.
5.  Get personalized, individual service from our staff.
4.  Listen to over 300 CDs and choose just the right gift.
3.  Let us nurture you a little during this hectic season.
2.  Shop on Small Business Saturday at Journeys. & enter a special drawing for a holiday polar bear.
1.  And the #1 reason to shop at Journeys this weekend -

Choose your own sale - No need to arrive in the middle of the night to get the special deals - No limited quantities -  Special sale for the entire Thanksgiving Weekend.

Friday - Saturday - Sunday  20 % off your ENTIRE purchase For Newsletter & Facebook Subscribers only! You MUST print this coupon or mention this offer before you check out to receive the full  discount.

Do you have an American Express Card?

In honor of the first-ever Small Business Saturday, American Express Cardmembers will get rewarded for shopping small.

November 27th is a day to come together in support of the small businesses we love.  The shops and restaurants that employ our neighbors and reinvest our money close to home.  The businesses that are the heartbeat of our communities.

Receive a $25 statement credit when you spend $25 or more at participating small businesses using your registered American Express Card this Saturday, November 27.  Availability is limited, so register today!

Register to Receive the $25 Statement Credit
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GRATITUDE

We have so much to be grateful for, don't we -  family, friends, a warm home, food on the table, a winter coat, the ability to earn a living, the freedom to worship as and whom we choose, perseverence to go on -  the list is endless.  I love this poem because it says all the things I need to be reminded of on a regular basis to help me maintain an attitude of gratitude and a thankful heart.