Kate delighted seeing Alex and Reika in playful moods. They both needed time to relax and be themselves. Going to town during Winterfest was the best time of all. There were dancers, performers, venders, foods from all over the world and the town was all dressed for the festival. "You want to shop and meet up later or stay with me? I don't mind either way." Kate hands them each a small coin purse. "Take this and spend on gifts and on yourselves. The last ball of Winterfest will be at our house. There will still be parties and if you want to accompany you may. I won't make you do anything you don't want to. Well socially that is. Reika, You will enjoy meeting Mrs. Snead. You will need a new formal too." Peel stopped the carriage infront of the Snead's store. He opens the carriage offers his hand for Reika and Kate. Kate leads Reika and Alex in the dress and tailor's shop. Mrs. Snead greets then warmly. The older woman is dressed in festive clothes. She has an elf's hat on her head, and large shoes with a red ball at the toes. Around her neck is a large brass bell on a red and green string. "Alex, you look rested and who is this lovely lady?" She offer her hand to Reika. "You must be a size 5 or 6. What is your favorite color?"<br/><br/>Sorry to take so long in responding...did not realize it my turn. Thanks for being patient.