There are times when I just need a few things, so I drop into a small store where I can pick up things like milk, bread or bananas, that tides me over until the time comes when I say, "Millie, you really have to go to the BIG market."
A few days ago I got the message and could not put it off any longer.
Truth be told, once I complete shopping at the BIG store, park my car and schlep my purchases into my apartment, I'm a very happy camper because I know I won't be going to the BIG store for awhile.
While I'm at the BIG store, my goal is to get the things that are on my list, use the coupons that I have taken with me and not succumb to the specials that are at the end of every aisle.
Fat chance!
I never succeed in all of those goals in one shopping trip.
Sometimes I go hunting in my bag for my list, can't find it, look for the coupons I have worked so diligently to bring along, and discover that they have expired and the items at the end of the aisle are really good buys!
THE PLUSES
I can always count on a free hot cup of coffee, which is located right near the wonderful pastry department.
Sometimes, if I'm lucky, there are some samples offered to the weary customers. I appreciate the opportunity to stop shopping, have a hot drink, and help them promote their pastry.
There are times I see someone I know who feels the same as I do about shopping, so we stop and have a chat.
PEOPLE
I'm always on the look-out for a diversion.
On a recent shopping trip I noticed what appeared to be a husband and wife shopping.
She was telling him that she wanted him to get her an item that was on the very top shelf. He reached for it, couldn't get it.
He stood on his tiptoes and still couldn't get it.
Finally he took his life in his hands and stood on a narrow shelf and was successful, HE GO IT!!!
Was the wife happy?
NO, he got the wrong item!!!
In a loud voice she said, "forget it, I'll get someone to help me."
I couldn't help thinking, "boy, what kind of marriage do they have?"
Next time I go to the market I hope I'll see something that will give me a laugh!
When you go to the market, do you see comedy and drama or just see high prices?