Last minute gifts

7 years ago

Ordinarily, going to Walmart on the 24th is not a good idea. But I needed some Diet Coke, so I rode over on my tricycle. It was unbelievably crowded even in the morning, the parking lot was almost full, but I got my space right near the door where I chain my cycle to the light post.

They had plenty of cashiers so I only was in line maybe 5 minutes. But what struck me while I was there were the people checking out the gifts. They had not been marked down, so it appeared people were actually buying gifts at the last minute, not taking advantage of a sale.

I've done that long ago, now I make the season a little more same and enjoyable by getting gifts earlier. I can imagine that people shopping later today probably had to wait longer and park further.

I sure did appreciate being able to park near the door, instead of out in the boonies.

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OklaMoni

7 years ago

I get it about the parking Lucille. Sure makes it easier, when riding a bike/trike. ;)

I haven't been to any store since Thursday. Popped in to ALDI for a German Christmas Stollen and some chocolate, on my way home from getting the cancer taken off.

I am enjoying the peace and quiet here at home.

Moni

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7 years ago
There are many last minute shoppers. I may go just to see if there are sales. I try to do my shopping beginning in Oct/Nov
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