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Clara Bow:
I had to go to the Super WalMart to do my grocery shopping for Christmas (ham....mmmmmm) and I knew it was going to be a zoo. And I was right. The nice thing was though, everyone seemed to be in a fairly good mood. There were a few lowlights (kamikaze kids screaming around on carts and the idiot twelvish year old boy who would not get out of the head of the baking aisle and was staring off into space while people bottlenecked trying to get around him) but for the most part it was pretty pleasant. I mean, we were all in each other's way and all trying to get the same stuff, but most people were just laughing it off and actually helping each other find things. It was a very nice day, the nicest I've had over there yet. Even the employees were friendly and helpful. It was like the WalMart in Stepford, only not creepy.
Of course, that lovefest attitude will probably be long gone by about ten o'clock Sunday night, but it was fun while it lasted!

Balletmom:
I had the same experience yesterday at Wal-Mart, then today at Target and again at the major grocery store chain. (HEB, it is a lovely place if you ever get the chance to go...)

Everyone seemed to be in happy spirits and we were all coping as best as possible with the crowds.

Isn't that a nice feeling?

guihong:
I noticed the same thing yesterday!  It was a zoo, the store was becoming a mess, but everyone had good cheer and a sense of humor.  I almost-almost want to go shopping today :).

gui

Clara Bow:
I have a theory that since the news has not been inundated with stories of fifteen must-have toys that no one can get (there's only that X-Box thing) and depressing stories of holiday woe people are feeling a little more positive about Christmas this year.
That's my theory anyway. And I know it's benefitted my point of view.

Balletmom:
Good theory!

And I think people are perhaps feeling a little pinched in the wallet, but still grateful to be celebrating. (No hurricanes is a big deal around here.)

 ;D

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