I made this in honor of November being National Epilepsy Awareness Month. Please wear purple and spread awareness.
Monday, November 19, 2012
November is for Epilepsy. Spread the Word.
I created this in honor of November being the National Epilepsy Awareness Month. The color to support Epilepsy is Purple. Please help me by spreading awareness.
5 Little Tips to Surviving Black Friday
It is that time of year once again.
The one day a year shoppers around the country wait for: Black
Friday. Those two words combined together create vivid images of
dedicated shoppers. Shoppers who may not always be in the best of
moods. That is why this year I have decided to give some advice to
your Black Friday shopping experience. I am not an expert. However,
I have worked quite a few Black Fridays in my day some of which
include malls and “the biggest toy store there is” where kid's
“don't wanna grow up.”
Lets start with plenty of rest. The lines will be long, and it can be exhausting. The better rested you are, perhaps the more fun you will have. That's what shopping should always be: fun.
Another way to prepare to have fun is to be comfortable. This tip goes out especially to those ladies (and I have been guilty of it while going shopping myself) who always feel they have to dress to impress. Lets be realistic: 1.You will most likely be standing in line for a long time (I have seen people sit in line) 2. If you are an avidly eager shopper, you may be waiting outside the store for hours before they open (and before we as workers even get there....seen that also) 3. Everyone around you shopping is there with a purpose: to get the best deals, not to check out your well-planned outfit. So trade your best heels and ensemble for some sneakers and yoga pants or house shoes and pj's if you like. Just be comfortable.
Being comfortable also comes with not bringing anything you don't need or do not think you would wish to carry for what could be a few hours on end. If it's cold where you are layer because it may very well be warm inside with everyone running around. For me personally, I'd go with a small cross-body bag (leaving my arms free to shop).
My next tip is very simple: be kind. I can't speak for everywhere, but I know where I work we try our hardest to get you what you are looking for. We want your families (esp the kiddos) to have the best moments on Christmas. Those moments that a camera can't capture. You just have to understand that we as employees are most likely way out numbered. Also be kind to your fellow shoppers and those around you. No item is worth hurting someone else. My preaching on being kind stops there.
My last tip sounds simple, but you would be surprised....It's is to just be prepared. Black Friday is of no big surprise to anyone. You know it is going to be busy. You know ads for just about everywhere leak out on the internet before they should. Have everything ready before you leave your homes and venture out into, dare I say the madness. Know what you want and who has it the cheapest. Have your coupons and rewards cards ready for each place. Those simple little things helps the lines to stay in motion. If you decide to make a full day of it (first off kudos to you) plan your route. Traffic is going to be terrible as it is. Know where you are going and how to get there if at all possible.
I will leave you with this....out of all of my retail experience with Black Friday, working the opening shift (7pm thanksgiving night to 4am Friday morning) at “the biggest toy store there is” is my favorite. It's fast paced, energetic, and I know I am selling something that will make some child somewhere very happy on Christmas Morning. That's why most of us are shopping, to hopefully bring a smile to someone's face while possibly getting a good deal. Please don't forget that while you are out.....even if you have to wait a while or come across someone who isn't in the best of moods.....Just remember the real meaning of why you came....not so much to save money but more so to create joy.
p.s.-be safe and have fun :)
Lets start with plenty of rest. The lines will be long, and it can be exhausting. The better rested you are, perhaps the more fun you will have. That's what shopping should always be: fun.
Another way to prepare to have fun is to be comfortable. This tip goes out especially to those ladies (and I have been guilty of it while going shopping myself) who always feel they have to dress to impress. Lets be realistic: 1.You will most likely be standing in line for a long time (I have seen people sit in line) 2. If you are an avidly eager shopper, you may be waiting outside the store for hours before they open (and before we as workers even get there....seen that also) 3. Everyone around you shopping is there with a purpose: to get the best deals, not to check out your well-planned outfit. So trade your best heels and ensemble for some sneakers and yoga pants or house shoes and pj's if you like. Just be comfortable.
Being comfortable also comes with not bringing anything you don't need or do not think you would wish to carry for what could be a few hours on end. If it's cold where you are layer because it may very well be warm inside with everyone running around. For me personally, I'd go with a small cross-body bag (leaving my arms free to shop).
My next tip is very simple: be kind. I can't speak for everywhere, but I know where I work we try our hardest to get you what you are looking for. We want your families (esp the kiddos) to have the best moments on Christmas. Those moments that a camera can't capture. You just have to understand that we as employees are most likely way out numbered. Also be kind to your fellow shoppers and those around you. No item is worth hurting someone else. My preaching on being kind stops there.
My last tip sounds simple, but you would be surprised....It's is to just be prepared. Black Friday is of no big surprise to anyone. You know it is going to be busy. You know ads for just about everywhere leak out on the internet before they should. Have everything ready before you leave your homes and venture out into, dare I say the madness. Know what you want and who has it the cheapest. Have your coupons and rewards cards ready for each place. Those simple little things helps the lines to stay in motion. If you decide to make a full day of it (first off kudos to you) plan your route. Traffic is going to be terrible as it is. Know where you are going and how to get there if at all possible.
I will leave you with this....out of all of my retail experience with Black Friday, working the opening shift (7pm thanksgiving night to 4am Friday morning) at “the biggest toy store there is” is my favorite. It's fast paced, energetic, and I know I am selling something that will make some child somewhere very happy on Christmas Morning. That's why most of us are shopping, to hopefully bring a smile to someone's face while possibly getting a good deal. Please don't forget that while you are out.....even if you have to wait a while or come across someone who isn't in the best of moods.....Just remember the real meaning of why you came....not so much to save money but more so to create joy.
p.s.-be safe and have fun :)
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Fall Fashion!
I can't wait to feel the fall weather. Living in south Texas, we have only just got a taste of the fall weather ( and by taste I mean a few days of a brisk breeze....maybe calling for a light sweater). I love a good trenchcoat paired with some nice (yet comfy) boots. Tell me about your favorite fall fashion piece!
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