Christmas Shopping

[Tink]

I've got 5 people bought for so far this year.
Hubbies family celebrates Thanksgiving and Christmas on Thanksgiving Day, so we have to get their gifts bought early. I really don't like malls or crowds, so do a lot of my shopping online.

[Marilyn]

Don't enjoy crowds. Usually start my shopping as soon as my family gives me their lists. Most items are bought online. Better prices, better selection, usually no tax (sometimes pay shipping, but no tax balances this out), no crowds, the stores never close. I can shop around for the lowest price without using any gasoline and a lot less time. I usually hit the mall for a couple of items, and to get a little more into the "Christmas Spirit".

I really like the Christmas season, the crowds, rushing to meet the deadline, and all the overdone advertising take the enjoyment out of it. It's become a stressful time for us in our society.

Why have we let this happen????

[Janet]

Originally Posted by Marilyn

Don't enjoy crowds. Usually start my shopping as soon as my family gives me their lists. Most items are bought online. Better prices, better selection, usually no tax (sometimes pay shipping, but no tax balances this out), no crowds, the stores never close. I can shop around for the lowest price without using any gasoline and a lot less time. I usually hit the mall for a couple of items, and to get a little more into the "Christmas Spirit".

I really like the Christmas season, the crowds, rushing to meet the deadline, and all the overdone advertising take the enjoyment out of it. It's become a stressful time for us in our society.

Why have we let this happen????

I'm with you on this one 100%. It's just not fun anymore. I know part of it is we're not kids anymore, but even the enjoyment of shopping for loved ones is slighted. I will continue to do more and more of my shopping online. I have found that if you wait until Dec. 12-17 there are more sales online and usually free shipping.