Great day today!

Diana and I went to several stores today. I don't think we have done that much shopping on a single day in ages.

First we went to Walmart. We were shopping for an inexpensive Slimline phone to use with our new NetTalk VOIP. That allows us to get rid of our landline and go with an Internet based phone system. While at Walmart we saw a package of three drybags of various sizes. Not heavy duty, but at least water-resistant. The bags have roll tops and should be handy for packing some of the loose stuff on deck and into the hull of the kayak.

Then we went to REI. What a surprise, there were hardly any parking spaces left in the lot. Today was the start of their Anniversary Sake with a 20% off coupon coming in the mail to members with the flyer. Some items in the store are also 15% (some kayaks) to 25% on some full priced items.

One thing that I saw that I think would be a good addition to my kayaking gear were the REI brand 10 x 26 waterproof binoculars. Diana "might" get those for my birthday - YEAH!

Actually went into the store to look for a pair of nylon cargo shorts. Cotton is comfortable but not good if you go into the water. Cotton will quickly absorb water and become very heavy.

Line was long at checkout, so we'll go back for the binoculars tomorrow. No luck on nylon shorts tough so we headed for Dick's Sporting Goods. Found a nice pair of nylon cargo shorts as well as two lightweight foldup chairs for less than $10.00 each.