I work at Justice, but that
didn’t mean the clearance-searching maniacs steered clear of the store looking
for better bargains, because in reality, the store was ultimate chaos.
The store looked much like any other 40% off sale or super
clearance sale we ever have plus about ten times the people looking for holiday
gifts, birthday gifts for next summer just because it was cheap, and parents
taking their kids on shopping sprees and taking advantage of the sales.
Seeing all of the shoppers did make me jealous and the food court
was just as insane and packed full of people and things. I should have
contemplated going shopping instead because work was nothing short of hectic.
I remember a few years back, my mother and I had woken up at 4
a.m. to get the cheapest deal on Kitchen Aid mixers at Kohl’s. Apparently
everyone else had seen the commercial on TV as well, because when we got there all
they had was a huge line stretching around the entire store and sales that
weren't worth waiting in line for. I don’t remember exactly,
but I’m pretty positive we just went home after that.
Aside from working today and that one Kohl’s venture in the past,
I haven’t really taken any intense trips to brave the Black Friday crowds
unless I find something I really need or want for a great price, which is rare.
Things I have learned: Get up early because you still have a tiny
chance at getting what you woke up for, be prepared to be patient and focused
because everyone else wants what you want and make a list of what you’re
after. I definitely lost count of how many parents walked into Justice today asking
if we have any more of that one blue sweater you have to buy for all the
girls in the family or if I can check back stock for the extra purses, because
honestly, someone probably got to them first.
For those who were not braving the cold weather Friday morning, be sure to check out all the insane online deals today for Cyber Monday!!
Ashley Loose
