Is it something about the Walmart shoppers?

12 years ago

OK, first for the Walmart lovers, I know there's some that worship the place. I usually get frustrated there and yesterday was no exception although lowering expectations limited the frustration. I haven't been to a WM for probably 3 years. Yesterday I was out and about and wanted to look for a few things and thought maybe with it being a larger store they might have more options.

I went to four stores yesterday. Walgreens, Target, Cub Foods, and decided to take a stab at Walmart again. First off I will give them kudos for one thing: virtually every Walmart I've been in has had a good number of the electric shopping carts, and they keep them charged, and on top of it the batteries last for a long journey which seems a given when going to a Walmart in my experience. So good going on that. Other stores need improvement in that area. As a side note it seems interesting to me that some stores ignore the value of the electric cart. OK, cripples likely don't buy as much as the non-crips, but when you think about it, you have more of a captive customer there. Someone who can't walk well (it seems to me at least) would probably be far less likely to shop (alleged) "loss leaders" at a number of different stores. I'd think they're more likely to think since I'm here, I'll get this - forget the cost. The stores could be shooting themselves in the foot.

What was so noticeable though was the difference in peoples' attitudes in the stores. At none of the other three stores were people as rude and inconsiderate as Walmart. It was really that noticeable. Same day so that didn't have anything to do with it. Granted it was different times but afternoon isn't exactly an overly stressed time of the day. Seems like the "norm" of the typical Walmart shopper that day is to park the cart 1/3 the way across the aisle then stand at the 2/3 mark to block the aisle for people. And there were several working two carts so they could alternate and plug the aisle up completely. The term "excuse me" must have been in a foreign language to them since most didn't seem to understand what it meant. Apparently I'm far more multi-lingual than I realized because I could easily understand what they were saying to each other. Or maybe I unconsciously spoke in a different language. I don't know.

Then there's the ones who come down the aisle not looking where they're going and will ram into you if you don't move. Where' my stun gun when I need it?

I've been in retail long enough to know that the more "tightwad", "cheap" or whatever phrase you want to use, and I mean it in the derogatory sense rather than usually complimentary, but the group to whom I refer generally expect to spend less (at least getting the perception of spending less), get something they're not entitled to, credit expired coupons and expect the store and employees to do special things for them at no charge, etc. "The customer is always right" (a laughably foolish phrase) is often bantered around by this type. And to be clear just because someone is frugal, cheap or a tightwad doesn't automatically make them a give-an-inch-take-a-mile type jerk. And it's not based on income either. But that's a topic for another thread.

And what's interesting is I used to find that Walmart was slightly cheaper on many things than the competition. That's less and less. Last couple years some local media has been doing price checks and finding WM is not the "low price" store it perhaps once was. I price checked probably about 25-30 different items that I've purchased recently and/or purchase regularly. Compared to the other three stores there were maybe 5 items that were enough cheaper to be noticeable and a larger number of items were significantly higher priced than other stores. I don't consider a penny or two to be significant. One thing they had was Great Value decaf coffee for $2.88. Most other places are about $5 or more for the small size can. Tea bags (store brand) were also a little cheaper. And I got a decent deal on a flannel shirt, OK, but not spectacular price on underwear. I usually have good luck getting clothes there. However, paper products were higher there than Target, surprisingly. A couple pies I looked at were about 40% higher than Target. Shampoo and other personal care articles were quite a bit higher than Walgreens and even Cub. (20%-40%) Some frozen foods were 20% cheaper at Target. Things like paper products are also much cheaper at Aldi. Cub used to be a store with lower prices than most of the competition but they too have gone up. Frankly I'm more and more impressed with Target, Aldi and even Walgreens.

I noticed a lack of people working the store at Walmart. Not surprising since a friend of mine works at another Walmart and he said they're cutting hours for people because business is down so much.

So I made my trip to the Malwart, er Walmart. It was interesting after comparing prices when I got home. As interesting as when I price checked Sam's Club a while back. My trusty digital recorder was loaded with prices from all the stores. I don't write Walmart off though. They'll probably will see me back there in another 3-4 years.

I think if people actually did some comparison shopping on prices, rather than going with advertisements and perceptions, they'd be surprised at the actual value of stores like Walmart, Costco and Sam's Club. Too many just assume that they *must* be cheaper and never check. Or they find one bargain and use that as justification. That's probably why people run from the local businesses when a big box opens. If people knew what they were paying, they might not ignore the mom & pop shops as much. But that's a reminiscence of the past and not what happens today.

Next project, price check Kmart again. Haven't been there in a long time. They usually do fairly well for a number of things but there's no Kmart (or Walmart for that matter) that's convenient to me.

Which reminds me, need to change batteries in the digital recorder.

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User
12 years ago
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I live in a dense area with lots of new diversity and customs among the shoppers that long- time Americans are not used to or rude enough to handle. No one group at all and not everyone in any one group. Just folks who were rude before they came here and realized we were mostly gentle people who took turns as we were taught as kids.

I used to wait in line and watch persons from another country (always from another country) push us aside, children included, and go to the very front without an apology. No one knew what to do but talk about it. I saw someone confront them and that led to the obvious scene. The reputation was set for the store and since the cashiers could not do anything about it, we left and didn't go back much.

That is the fault of the manager or management and the notorious Sam Walden who is not a nice man. It looks like the people in rural areas fare better than those very near city life. I watched handicapped people including myself and friends park far away because the handicap spaces were abused as well as people parking or waiting while the car is running in the loading dock. I was on 2 canes for over a year and they were invisible in some stores and parking lots.

This went hand and hand with the people who stocked shelves. Cracking gum, unwashed hair and not putting any effort into helping a customer or letting one go by. It is always said well, look how much they make. That has always floored me as an excuse to not do your best. I doubt salary matters.
The best Walmart can do for me is around Christmas tree time and I can get a jump on their early stock.

There is hardly a thing I need at Walmart that I can't get at a store when there is mutual respect all around and I get to know the sales people.
pkramer60
12 years ago
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So people with disabilities are crips and cripples, and on the cooking forum you refer to Paula Deen as a pig....

Please keep your rude and offensive comments to yourself.
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wildchild
12 years ago
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Well since Cynic apparentaly is crippled in some way since apparently Cynic uses the electric carts I find silly that everyone has their PC panties in a twist over the term.

My DMIL absolutely thought the terms disabled and handicapped were ridiculous. Her body may have crippled up on her as she said but the rest of her was just fine...thank you very much. LOL

This is an open forum. If one doesn't like the subject they can well you all know...SOB.

Telling someone they shouldn't post or that they have to use terms that agreeable to you is pretty self-centered.
Much more than the OP is being accused of by some.
jennmonkey
12 years ago
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Wow, some true colors shining through from several people on this thread!

I admit to despising everything about Walmart, and usually avoid it at all cost unless traveling through a small town and having no other options. I've probably been there 3-5 times in ten years or so. I'm just not a big shopper, and the bigger the store, the more I hate it. I also have issues with the politics behind Walmart and many of their business practices, etc. but I won't get into all that. Anyone can google that stuff if they care to know.

I do understand some people literally have nowhere else to go to shop, and some people like it, so to each their own. I don't like it, so I stay away...no point in choosing to go there and then b@%$&ing about it.
ont_gal
12 years ago
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Wholly carp Cynic-you sure opened a can of worms with this one.

"I" dont mind the Walmart that we have near us-either one of 3 that I am aware of,are a good stiff hour drive

In the country where I now live,a drive to the city is still considered an "outing"-and of course,WM is taken in on that outing.

Some of them are the Super centers-my gripe-too big for me now to get around to everything that I might want to see...so,not a biggie-I just try to get around to what I missed the next time out.

Meats in our WM's are very expensive-fresh fruit and veggies-competitive

The prescriptions are definitely a better deal than the pharmacies

Those electric carts-what a hoot! Had my first experience in one just this past Christmas-thank the Lord they had one that was usable when I was there.

All in all-myself,we have little choice,however,I have little to gripe about with these particular stores.
Pieonear
12 years ago
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Wildchild, you may take your own condescending advise and SOB as well.
wildchild
12 years ago
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It amazes me that people take a simple post/rant to heart.
If the shoe doesn't fit you why the outrage. Makes one wonder. Unless you happened to be one of Cynic's people he noticed at that store then it's not about you. Get a life. I'm not like those people Cynic described so I'm not bothered. Pretty simple. If you have time to get offended on other people's behalf on the freaking internet then you have waaay too much time on your hands.
SOB if you don't like. Read if you are interested. Post what ever you want. But don't expect others not to post what they want. See it's so freaking easy.

Walmarts are everywhere. Some are better than others. Just like McDonalds they have lost their original game plan.

McDonalds used to have FRESH fast food. They didn't used toserve cold limp fries from under the heat lamp. They built their business on that.

At one time Walmart was very regional. They were leaders in inventory control and concentrated on stocking items that sold well in the particular community they were serving. They built their business on that.

That vision was lost and now they are competing with every other superstore in the nation. The community vibe is gone.

Target and Walmart are neck and neck in trying to emulate the old Gemcos and GEM stores they replaced. At least in our area. Those old store were one stop shopping. You got your groceries and they would hold them in the cold room for you until you were ready to leave.

A lot of the original Walmarts are in low rent areas. Low rent areas with slum housing right behind the stores. Lots of drug activity etc. So of course you'll see more of the oddballs at those particular sites.

Walmarts are also very flexible about allowing RVs in their lots overnight. Not all those people are tourists. Some are basically homeless but for the vehicle.

Hope Cynic comments again. Human nature. Gotta love it.
Lily316
12 years ago
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I'm with Amy. If you go to our Walmart you'll think you're in a meth lab. The Target is two miles away and in another world. I used to go to Walmart for sunflower seed and while there would check prices. I found that they are not competitive any more, and in many cases are higher than other stores. I actually get anxiety attack going into Walmart because of the redneck crowd. I know nothing about scooters so can't comment on that. I don't think I've been there for a year or so but I remember the clerks were accommodating. I am a Target girl and go every Saturday. Ours now has a new grocery section which is smaller than the Walmart one but so much fresher. I buy everything at Target. Our Kmart is a dump too, but I'm glad it's not going out of business because I go there once a year for my annuals.
wildchild
12 years ago
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Part of the problem is not the stores themselves but their inability to control what happens within them, Some of us are old enough to remember when if you broke it or made it unsellable for any reason you bought it. If your child was running amok a worker would grab that child call for the parent. Kids having tantrums were removed by parents immediately. If they didn't they would be politely but firmly told to leave. No one would think of opening a package,trying it on and then putting it back on the shelf.
If seen doing that they would be expected to pay for it.

I have personally known people who worked retail that they are simply not allowed to confront a customer in any manner other than to offer assistance. Even if they see the customer destroy merchandise.

See no evil, hear no evil, stop no evil is the mantra.

But now days everyone has "rights" except for the stores themselves and the shoppers who would like a nice clean,relatively quiet sane place to do their shopping.
LuAnn_in_PA
12 years ago
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http://www.peopleofwalmart.com/photos

Here is a link that might be useful: People of WalMart
samkaren
12 years ago
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Cynic
Have to admit I haven't heard the term "cripple" in AGES. But if I can be honest with the world trying so hard to be so politically correct you just don't know what "term" to use. What is offense to one is not to another.

SamKaren
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pammyfay
12 years ago
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Maybe I should start a post about Target shoppers-- is there something about the Target shoppers?

Because if you've shopped both stores -- and let me preface this by saying your stores might be different than the stores in my neck of the woods -- there appears to me to be a difference in clientele.

There's something about shopping in a dimly lit, crowded aisles/shelves kind of store versus shopping in a nicely lit, usually-very-clean store.

I've noticed the difference-- right from when I walk into either of those stores. And I can see it in shoppers' demeanors.

Many years ago, when I was living in North Carolina, I went to a 24-hour WalMart after I got off work about 8-9 p.m. on a Friday night to pick up a few things (grocery items and other stuff). It was like Friday Night Social Club there, and I recall it being more of a chore to shop there when people were just standing around gabbing. So I guess for some people, it really is the social event of the week.

But when I need to shop and there are people who really do need to move their carts out of others' paths, darn-tootin' I'm going to ask them (with an 'Excuse me') to move the carts if they don't realize they're blocking me and do anything to fix the situation. And that's something that one poster here gets PO'd about? Maybe some folks need to be more introspective about their own level of manners.

Bottom line is, I do have a variety of stores to choose among, and I generally choose not to go into WalMart. It's just not conducive to shoppers who want to run in and get a few things without having to run an obstacle course.

Again, as they say, "Your mileage may vary." This is just my own opinion of what I've witnessed near me.
paula_pa
12 years ago
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"If you go to our Walmart you'll think you're in a meth lab."

A few weeks ago I read a news story about a woman who did actually try to cook some meth right in a Walmart!
sjerin
12 years ago
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Having fun yet, Cynic?
SunnyDJ
12 years ago
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I guess I'm in the club with those who DON'T shop at Walmart, I avoid that store...We have 2 super stores within 10 miles and now right in the middle, opening in 2 weeks is another, not even 2 miles from me....These stores seem to breed rudness, from the managers down to the cashiers...The stores are fairly clean, that's not a problem but their prices are certainly not any cheaper than going to our KMart, Target or Dollar General...In fact, most times the prices are higher and of course, we all know where they get most of their merchandise.....
I often think about their start and I imagine, Mr. Walton is turning over in his grave, many times...This is not what he invisioned......
summershine1
12 years ago
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I am so dissappointed in some of these nasty comments.
I personally, didn't find Cynic's post offensive but I sure did find the nasty ones offensive.
I would be ashamed of my self if I ever posted things like that.
goldy
12 years ago
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I love Walmart.Their "HouseBrand" is out of site.Try their %100 columbian coffee and Their potatoe chips are the pitts.
amyfiddler
12 years ago
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Paula LOL!!! I don't doubt it. Waiting for a prescription at walmart I observed a fight break out. An elderly gentlman put the smackdown on a woman. My bandmates jumped in to stop the fray.... we still joke about it today.

I can always count on entertainment at walmart - exposed body parts (tube tops on women who really shouldn't be in them), people taking their tired babies out at ungodly hours and then barking at them with their raspy voices to SHUT UP (so pleasant)...the last time I went the dude checking out before me was HIGH as a kite at 8 in the morning. The checker and I got into a giggle fit over that one. It's better than TV for entertainment.
lonestarlady
12 years ago
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I quickly read must of the replies, so I don't know if anyone mentioned that Wal*Mart matches any competitor's price.

I live in a planned community, and there are 4 Wal*Mart stores within a 5 mile radius. The one nearest me is the largest in the Houston area, and very nice...nicer than the nearest Target. I don't go often, but when I'm there, people are nice and employees are helpful. My only complaint about Wal*Mart is their pricing of some items. You'll see different prices on the same item throughout the store, and it will always ring up as the higher price. THAT is a pet peeve of mine, and I've gone round and round with cashiers about what price I'm going to pay!
Tally
12 years ago
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I think a lot of it has to do with the neighborhood the Walmart is located in, and not the chain itself.

The nearest one to me is in a terrible neighborhood, and yes the shoppers are rude, ill-mannered and aggressive. But it kind of reflects the culture of the neighborhood around it.

Target on the other hand, is new and clean and built in a better neighborhood. The shoppers are quiet and more polite.

Can't say if this comparison is universal, but it holds true where I live. I have also found that the prices in Walmart are nothing special and the selection is poor. It will probably be another 3 years before I go in one again.

I remain a Costco and Target shopper.
cathyid
12 years ago
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Question. Other than a few aisles of grocery item's, are any Targets full service stores now? They are not here, nor do any of them here have pharmacies, like stores I have shopped in the past.
monica_pa Grieves
12 years ago
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I think I remember a SuperTarget outside of Des Moines, IA.
marie_ndcal
12 years ago
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Regardless where you shop, just be glad you can shop anywhere without someone telling YOU where to shop. Freedom of choice is so good.
joyfulguy
12 years ago
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A major portion of my total grocery shopping is the specials.

I visit WalMart - occasionally.

If someone's in my way, I may ask them to move, or sometimes move their cart, or even walk to another aisle ... but I'm able-bodied (so far).

I find the other foreign-owned grocery chain rather expensive.

And as for the guys that charge me to go in their door - an old fart like me doesn't buy enough to make it worthwhile to buy their member-card ... and most of their stuff is in super-sizes.

As for cynic - often he and I tend to think in similar channels (ruts?) ... and if you don't agree with him ... why be like a fish and rise to the bait? You're more fortunate than the fish- as you go on living.

If you disagree about an unimportant subject - why bother (i.e. waste your time) arguing?

Unless you have a lot of time on your hands - and, hey! don't forget: you'll be a long time dead!

ole joyful
Lily316
12 years ago
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My Target has a grocery section and a pharmacy, but I don't know that qualifies it as a Super Target. My Walmart however is a Super Walmart and it obscenely takes up a whole shopping center.
workoutlady
12 years ago
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This thread is sure causing an uproar. Good grief it's about Walmart. He was just ranting. We've all had our days like that. Scroll on by if you don't like it.
User
12 years ago
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My husband loves wally world aka Wal-mart. The only thing I like is the fabric section. (yes, our wally world still has loads of patterns and fabric) I also have to use the electric carts because the store is so large and I cannot walk for an extended time because I have chronic venous insufficiency and have put off surgery but none the less, I have trouble walking right now. I do so like the electric carts that Wal-mart provides, but have seen the rudeness of Walmart shoppers to us crips. But, I did not think anything of it until the OP brought it to my attention. I just figured those rude shoppers were in their own little world, and I happen to not be a part of it. LOL. I find myself saying I am sorry so many times when I feel like I have been in some of the shoppers way. I wish I could just paint a big "I AM SORRY!!" on my forehead before I go shopping in Wal-Mart's electric cart. Don't think that would go over well, though. LOL
carol_in_california
12 years ago
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I prefer not to shop at Walmart but occasionally I do.
I have always found the clerks to be very helpful and polite except in the pharmacy.
I have gotten prescriptions refilled there but hated the long wait and disinterested and rude clerks......so I talked to our locally owned pharmacist and got the same low price with home delivery if needed.
And our local pharmacy is 15 miles one way closer.
chisue
12 years ago
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I have been in a WalMart perhaps five times in my life. I never read their ads. I object to the whole concept of WalMart and other box stores. They have killed small, reliable businesses by employing a slew of part timers without benefits to sell the avid American con-sumer cheap junk, mostly made abroad. The store, the management, the customers -- the whole mess is as ugly as anything or anyone on Wall Street: Mindless Greed.

Yet...I have a Costco card. LOL
pekemom
12 years ago
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Just looked at the "People of WalMart" link posted by LuAnn.I had seen it before but there are more pictures now.
Why do people dress outrageously but are offended when they are stared at? They are inviting attention.
marylmi
12 years ago
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Wow... sounds like a nightmare where some of you shop! I shop at Walmart and Kmart, but not so much at Kmart as they never have what I want/need. We don't have a Target close by, but whenever I shop at one downstate I don't see any difference in the type of people shopping there as to what is seen shopping here in our Walmart or Kmart. I find the Walmart employee's are very helpful and as stated in another post, they will leave their area to direct you to the item your looking for. I think you will find "certain types" in all stores, no matter what store your shopping at. Just my two cents.
Adella Bedella
12 years ago
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Some Wal-Marts are better than others in what customers and employees they attract. The quality of the Wal-Mart is probably an indicator of the local community. Our local Wal-Mart does a pretty good job of attracting better than average Wal-Mart employees. I don't shop there often, but since I go during during the week day I usually see the more pleasant customers. On the rare chance I go during a weekend or night time, I usually see one or two People of Wal-Mart type characters. I made the mistake of going the week before Christmas and ran into some customers than physically smelled bad.

I used to regularly shop at Wal-Mart. They used to have good prices and quality items and a wide selection. They have lost the quality of the items, selection, and they are often do not have the lowest prices around. Yes, I could do price matches, but why should I do their job for them for the privilege of shopping there.
grinch_gut
12 years ago
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Living in a small town Walmart is basically our only option other then the 2 local run grocery stores...I do shop them but paper products etc cheaper at walmart...closest Target is a hour away...and Walgreens 30 min away.....We have good people here some rude but I will just stand their and say excuse me over and over until they move.....workers are always helpful and kind! STacy
jeaninwa
12 years ago
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MUCH LIKEY THIS POST! LOL

People's true colors do come out when they are outraged...
matti5
12 years ago
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I have both Target and Walmart near me. I prefer Target because it's clean, well lit and nicely organized and for that I'd rather pay a few cents more. When I do shop at Walmart I find the employees very helpful and friendly, as well as the customers. I also don't see the outrageously dressed people at my Walmart, but maybe it's because it's in a more upscale community.
petra_gw
12 years ago
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Haven't been to Walmart since last spring because the only thing I like to buy from there are blooming spring bulbs and bedding plants. Our local store is clean and has a lot of selection, but most of what they sell seems to be made in China, even some of their food items. They had what appeared to be a really good deal on frozen salmon a couple of years ago, but when reading the label, it stated "product of China". Considering all the reports about tainted, dangerous food from China, no thanks. Their produce prices were also quite high last time I was there, higher than local grocery stores.
monica_pa Grieves
12 years ago
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Unionists don't like Walmart.
We even had weekly bomb threats at my then local Walmart.

As to KMart - I stopped going in there because it seemed like they gave intelligence tests to prospective employees - and hired only those who flunked.
Cashiers who can't read and/or count, and customer service people who knew only the word "uh".
linda_in_iowa
12 years ago
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We have 2 WalMarts here. I find them clean, the employees are helpful and my fellow customers are usually polite. I am in a college town and a high percentage of the residents are well-educated.
samkaren
12 years ago
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Living where I do I don't have much of a choice. We have a Krogers for grocerys and the other stores in the area...we have K-Mart and Walmart. There is Kohl's, Penny's and Bergners. So for me I have to go to Walmart or Kmart. Unless I want to drive into Rockford which is an hour away.

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Pieonear
12 years ago
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My gripe was NOT about whether I use or like Wal-Mart but about the comments made about "crips, "the oil people" and like Mary mentioned, "American Indians." I don't care one way or another about where anyone shops.
Adella Bedella
12 years ago
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LOL! This thread is hilarious!
sleeperblues
12 years ago
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I agree, Adella. I was actually laughing reading it.
drewsmaga
12 years ago
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lonestarlady, do you live in The Woodlands?
littlebug5
12 years ago
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Pretty funny. And I spent an enjoyable time looking at the "Walmart People" link.

My take on Walmart shoppers is that I have discovered that I NEVER should go there after about 9 p.m. Oh my! That's when the real crazies come out. It reminds me of when you turn the lights on and the cockroaches scatter . . . .

And my pet peeve - why oh why do people who don't have jobs go there on Friday at 5 p.m. or anytime at all on Saturday????? What are they doing at 10 a.m. on Wednesday when I'm at work?
caroline1947
12 years ago
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OUr walmart is clean,the staff is friendly and helpful and the carts are always charged.Thank goodness,as we live in a rural area with no other options but to drive 80 miles.It helps that its rural,,a lot of people are those you know.
golfergrrl
12 years ago
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Well, all I can say is that that was 3 minutes of my life that I'll never get back. I'm surprised that no-one has
suggested that this be moved to Hot Topics. LOL.
Kathsgrdn
12 years ago
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Well, I'm no Wal-Mart lover but I think it's more the community you are shopping in than Wal-Mart shoppers that are the problem. The people in ours are very friendly, people say "excuse me" all the time.

I dislike Wal-Mart because they don't always mark their prices clearly, and the superstore in our town is too big. I hate having to get one or two items and go in their store. So, I usually go elsewhere, to smaller store for whatever I need. Only usually do the once every two week big shopping trip there because their prices are cheaper than Kroger. I also shop at Save A Lot for basics because the beat both Wal-Mart and Kroger and the store is normal size, I can park near the entrance and be in and out in a few minutes. No long lines, no waiting to see if they open one of the many non-manned lines.
User
12 years ago
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I think this topic will end soon so my opinion of the use of the word crips is coming in last. I have been a crip and called myself a variety of names with no disrespect to myself. It does blow up the elephant in the room and settle it down especially if a handicapped person is leading the laughing.

It is a funny term that cynic knew would challenge you but
in the world of crips and other funny terms meant with no disrespect I say, be careful, cynic, but bring them on. It's good if you bring a poinant or intelligent post with it. I love a good delivery. And, you did that.
cynic
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12 years ago
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LOL Well, not much time to answer everything so I won't try but yes, I am having a great time reading this. Curious how the first to stomp is also the avid defender of telemarketers! Shall we start a thread on them again?

Ruthie, you're quite a surprise. Didn't know you were one who likes to block aisles and doesn't understand the term "excuse me". I was raised to move if blocking the aisle and someone said excuse me. Perhaps it's a local thing? I guess we learn something every day don't we? Must be having a bad day when you have to make up things to complain about. "...post a long diatribe about everything including the number of hours the employees are allowed to work..." Uh, exactly where did I talk about employees long hours and the like! Did you accidentally get some fiberglass in the washer with your underwear? Fall down in the cockleburrs? Sheesh! LOL

And of course the tyrades by the "holier than thou" who feel they should decide who posts, what they post about, and their overworn cliches, well it's interesting and dang amusing to read the posts.

Don't worry. I'm not offended. If you haven't learned by now I have a very thick skin! Political correctness isn't high on my priority list. Being an old cripple I learned a long time ago that there's two things about certain people I don't like - their face. Curious to see how many must use multiple mirrors!

Since this forum is so often the cyber church it's only appropriate isn't it for another deity to come out. The Walmart worshipers are likely on their knees praying to their deity-du-jour, pop open a bottle of Sam's Choice for communion, making up things to throw temper tantrums about and more. Guess following forum rules is a buffet thing these days. Take the ones you like and leave the rest. :)

Happy shopping people!
donna_loomis
12 years ago
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That was weak, Cynic. I know your tongue can be sharper than that, and usually is. I am the first "stomper" you mentioned. And I believe my comments were so much kinder than many of the rest. You either have a very good memory or you keep a physical tally of everyone's opinions to refer to when necessary. I think you missed the point of our first encounter about telemarketers. I did not say that all telemarketers were great. My point was that telemarketing is a job like any other. And in this day and age, sometimes ANY job is the one you have to take. There are good doctors and bad doctors, bad lawyers and good (yes, good) lawyers. There is good and bad in every group.

To lump all people of a certain profession, gender, race, or even shopping preference is unkind, to say the least.

You are a bitter person, Cynic. Since my memory is obviously not as good as yours and I don't write everything down, I can't remember when you have ever said anything nice about anybody.

Happy shopping to everyone.

Is it something about the Walmart shoppers?

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