I am.. but online. I was never a black friday shopper. When the nieces and nephews were small, i brought them all to my house for a sleepover so my sisters could go brave the craziness. It's not for me -- pandemic or not!

No although I did Michaels yesterday because I was parked there for something else. I picked up a few things but the llineup was very well organized and quick.

They had a staff member going through the line scanning peoples purchases and then bagging them and downloading the scans on to a card. When you got to the cash you just gave the card to the person who downloaded the already scanned amount and you paid and were gone. It saved the time of all the scanning at the cashier.

No but I have been enjoying the early online black friday deals

Wasn't planning to, although I am toying with the thought of a new phone so may see if there are any deals to be found. I'm not convinced there are really such things as "deals", only "prices that are a little better than they were and I'm willing to pay now."

Where are you located blfenton? I didn't even think about people shopping yesterday. I have not been in a "shop" since March I guess it was. Covid rates are rising here in TN. I've taken to ordering groceries - something I said I'd never do! (I did go to my produce market last week.)

Most online shops had Black Friday all week. Forget everything I said in previous threads about not buying much. It was a lie! I caved! Men’s Cole Haan zerogrands are on sale. Couldn’t pass that up.

Tina Marie - Basically Vancouver. I normally wouldn't be shopping at all but as I mentioned our house burned down at the end of August and we lost everything, including Christmas decorations. My shopping to replace things is done early and quickly with a list.

We will have replaced the essentials by next week until the house is rebuilt but then still have to refurnish the house at some point.

ETA - before you all jump all over me, prior to that the only place I went was the grocery store and running.

I’m sorry if it sounded like I was criticizing. That’s why I asked where you are located; I assumed you must be where rates are lower. I didn’t realize you are in Canada! Also, I had no idea your house had burned. I am so sorry to hear that. Please forgive me if my questions seemed insensitive, I truly didn’t mean them that way.

Yes, online. Just got vitamins, a horizontal charger for my iPhone, and a few little things.

BF I'm chiming in here too, did not realize you suffered a house fire. Hubs house totally burned March 2018 and it was May 2020 before they were able to get back into the house. The kitchen was what burned but the rest of the house had to be rebuilt due to smoke and water damage. It was a very traumatic experience. So I can only imagine what you have been going through. BIG HUG!! It's so difficult to be without a home during this pandemic . . . we had a devil of a time getting our house finished due to covid restrictions. I can only imagine how that is affecting your rebuild. I am so sorry you are having to go through with this. We counted our blessings that our house was mostly done before the pandemic hit. But even then it was very, very difficult. We'll add you to our prayers!!

Edited to add, hard no on the shopping. Never participated. Actually have worked to pare down Christmas fussing for years, focus on it being time off from work to regroup. Working hard to declutter and very restrictive on what is allowed in the house. Hubs has grandchildren to shop for but he's pretty much taking care of that. We did the shopping for them last year mostly online because there are no stores where one can get stuff for kids in our town anyway. Not going to get them gads of plastic stuff . . . luckily they are readers, writers and crafters so we've found some good things to compliment that . . . Will miss the annual treks we have made to some of the larger towns for shopping, dining and maybe a show, but there will be plenty of other years to do that . . . we've had our day in the sun for that. Never did it right after Thanksgiving though. We usually do fun low key things with family or friends over the long weekend, and often I have to work. Not this year though. This year we still have some outdoor stuff to do in the yard. Really enjoying that . . . .

I am shopping from home.

Did Costco and Dicks sporting a Goods their morning. Also stopped at Lowe’s and Total Wine for a special release beer.

Costco was as empty as I have ever seen it at 9:45 am. It usually opens at 10 but today earlier. They weren’t having any door busters so I guess no crowds. Dicks had all items 25% off so a fair amount of people. Most crowded store was Lowes for the .88 poinsettia. All stores had a mask policy even though I live in a state that is completely “open for business”.

Blfenton , how did I not know ( or forget) that your house burned down. Good heavens! I can see why you need to shop.

live been perusing the deals on Amazon. I have some hiking poles in my cart but I think I will save those as a suggestion for a Christmas present for me. I struggle with coming up with ideas when my sons ask what I want, so,I try to “save up” a few things.

I used to like to shop for Black Friday deals but that was when I was younger and before online shopping. One time my son and I got to the mall before it opened to get something he wanted when he was a kid. We could have sold our parking space when we left awhile later! I can gladly live without that now.

Cmm, our state is open also (with a few restrictions), but sadly our rate continues to climb.

There are so many things I buy from Belk for DH that are on Black Friday doorbusters such as pajama pants, undershirts, work button down shirts, etc. So, I've ordered that.

Have no idea what I want. I am working from home, so I don't need work clothes. More athleisure? I have a lot of tech stuff.

I am just shopping online today, but may venture out this weekend to shop for mattresses and to check out fabric samples. We've got a queue of purchases on some big ticket items: mattresses, sectional, TV

Bl, I had no idea you went through such a tragedy. How are you coping? I'm so so sorry and thank God you're alive.

I've been shopping all week and the only black friday shopping I've done so far is The Gap.

To be honest, I don't even know how to look for deals, especially on Amazon. I don't want to sit for hours trying to figure out what to buy.

Look at this darling softie sweater I got for my 10 yr old DGD who loves stuff like this when she's not in tomboy mode. This is something I'd wear.

Last year was her first year playing BB, and since she's so petite and thin she was fast as a whip and could block everyone on the other team. Because it's a small district and her first year, the coach let her where her pink high tops. :) Sorry I brag but I haven't touched my grands since March and they probably have a 100% chance of coming down with Covid any day.

Oakley, thankfully the chances go down each day that passes the grands won't get covid. Also, most children seem to get lighter cases, so that's a plus! Yes, thin ones can wear (and look good) in the horizontal stripes and I love pink!

GS, I did two on-line orders from Belk since just before Veterans Day. The first I had a couple of Christmas items but I also stocked up on some basics for the Mr. :) The second order I placed when I finally decided on some items for my MIL. I like that Belk's orders are delivered so quickly!

I write out a list of Christmas gifts for each person and it makes it so much easier when doing my on-line shopping. I've actually only bought a few things from Amazon this year. I don't think I bought anything on Prime Day. Just received an Amazon order today - some of my make-up items!! The concealer I like is hard to find and I was getting low on mineral powder and then decided to try a new lipstick.

I have been shopping online since the ‘Black Friday’ sales started earlier. I have bought most of what I had planned to buy, including some things for myself I decided to stock up on while they were greatly marked down. Most of it was hair care and skin care products that don‘t often get marked down as much as they are now (25-30%) so I take advantage when I can. I don’t think I have been in a store on Black Friday in maybe 20+ years. Not my thing.

Blfenton, I am another who had no idea your house had burned. I recall you had been helping your daughter (I think it was) to redo some rooms, but somehow missed this devastating news. Hugs to you. And no criticism from me! You do what you have to do in this situation.

@Tina Marie- I know you weren't criticizing me and didn't take it that way, I was just heading off any potential remarks - I do get cranky but try not to take it out on others - I'm the one that needs to apologize.

BLfenton-I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your home. How devastating, especially in an already difficult time. Sending you a big hug.

@blfenton no apologies needed! I completely understand. I'm so sorry you are going through this!

I just did some online shopping for my two DD's from Loft's Lou and Grey. Comfy sweats and joggers.

I ordered a QVC for SIL who is addicted to that shopping network. And two things from Macy"s for her as well.

I have done a little shopping today, more browsing than buying. Basically just bought a few things that I was holding off on thinking I might get a better deal. The waiting did not help much. Came across a few stocking stuffers that I bought.

On a “normal” Black Friday a close friend and I go shopping for a couple of hours. Then we go out to an early lunch. Today we have been sharing some finds or funny items over messaging.

I bought a couple of noxgear led running vests today! Even a Canadian participated. Only online however.

I was not necessarily planning to shop today, and certainly not physically in any stores, but my kids all sent me some wish list items earlier in the week, and I noticed some things seemed low in stock so I decided I should buy what I could online today. I hate to buy mostly online this year, but do not want to browse in stores now, especially after Thanksgiving when so many people disregarded recommendations and still go together with extended family. I did buy a ring locally earlier this week from a local jeweler for one of my daughters. It is actually her belated 21st birthday present since we were unable to celebrate with her in person with her (her birthday was in May and we have not seen her since January; hoping she will make it home for Christmas). I'm hope to find a few items on websites of local store owners, but unfortunately most of the places are shops I really need to browse in, rather than try to find something online.

In non-COVID years, I never shopped in stores on BF. I hate crowds and lines. Any deals to be found were not worth that to me. Actually, I did once buy a dishwasher on BF, but I was pretty certain there were not going to be lines at the appliance store and I was right LOL.

When I was a grad student, I loved to go early for Black Friday shopping. That was when the stores were somewhat reasonable and they opened at 6 a.m. I have no time at the end of the school year, so getting everything in one trip was awesome. Then they started opening at 3 a.m. and I stopped when they started opening on Thanksgiving day. I refuse to go out for anything on Thanksgiving.

Also, the Zumba studios where I've been doing Zoom (both the one in Buffalo and they one they partner with in Toronto) are offering $199 for 3 months this weekend. Since I've been paying $29 per week, this is a 50% savings for me easily. So, I buy for the one in Buffalo and then they also share classes from the one in Toronto and vice versa. But the one in Toronto has some classes that were a convenient time for me when I finished up with teaching, so I bought a 5-class pass for them. Related, I suspended my Y membership for 90 days. I do not see myself going indoors to a gym anytime soon. BTW, if you want details on the Zoom Zumba or want to try a free class, send me a PM. You can be anywhere!

One year, DH and I were at my sister’s for Thanksgiving. We spent the night. Sister and I swore that there were no NO circumstances under which we would get out into the crowds and shop. The next morning, she and I were looking at the sale flyers in the newspaper while we had our coffee. I spotted a terrific deal on silverplate flatware at Tuesday Morning. We threw on our clothes and raced to TM.

We got there before the store opened, but still had to stand in line. I left Sister in line holding our spot while I reconnoitered the layout through the front windows. As soon as it opened, I grabbed a cart and headed for the silverplate stack. We bought 2 sets.

I still have no idea why we thought we needed silverplate. We both have service for 12 in stainless and service for 12 in sterling. Did we think we were going to start throwing huge dinner parties? 20 years later, I had used mine once for a large brunch. Sister had never used hers. Both sets went to Goodwill. I think that was our first and last foray into Black Friday shopping. 🤦🏻‍♀️

Too funny BB! I have never shopped on Black Friday - at least not in person. I actually do not shopping (unless we're antiquing!) even though I do like "things". Usually there might be something I'm looking for and will catch on Black Friday (or pre-Christmas) but I can think of nothing this year.

Gscience, I wanted to thank you for the TRX recommendation. I ordered one for DH the other day for Christmas.

I also ordered him a silicone wide band ring from Enso to wear instead of his nice diamond wedding ring. I had ordered one for myself to wear when I am doing my volunteer work at the garden or at Pilates or just when I don’t want to wear my wedding rings. It’s easy to order to fit and easy to wear without worrying about snagging your ring and possibly damaging your real ring.

Blfenton, I'm another that missed you had a house fire. We had a fire about 5 years ago, but they were able to save the structure of our house (just gutted it). It must be 10x more stressful to lose everything - esp. during a pandemic. Take care.

I need to order the Enso rings. A lot of my coworkers have them. I usually don't wear my rings to workout, and we don't wear them around the house either. But for things like festivals where we are out in a field somewhere they would be helpful.