when the weather outside is frightful

I just placed an order for the Columbia "Cosmic Pile" parka. This was supposed to be last year's Christmas present, but when I found out I was pregnant I decided it wouldn't fit anyway and we needed the money to move out of Mike's grandma's house. Now thanks to that grandma, Mike's parents and my parents I have the money to get it. I hope it doesn't get dirty too easily. I remember that I was so overwhelmed last year shopping for one and am grateful that it was better this year. http://www.campmor.com was a great help. They had sales on a variety of brands and since it was closeout, lack of availability helped me be decisive. It sounds silly, but this is one of maybe one big purchases I've made by myself and it felt good.