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A Year Ago Today

One year ago today was my last Black Friday as a retail associate. I will never again work retail and will never participate in another Black Friday as long as I live. I worked my last Black Friday last year knowing full … Continue reading

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White Rabbit Vs. Retail Christmas Season

White Rabbit! So the holiday decorations went up in the mall yesterday even before the trick-or-treaters made their way around for treats yesterday. I watched in horror as one by one the kiosks across from our store were adorned with … Continue reading

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Quick Note

Just a quick note before bed. Sorry I didn’t write last night; I’ve been trying very hard to get some sleep in as things will soon be shifting gears and launching headlong into the holiday season. As soon as Halloween’s … Continue reading

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Labor Day Has New Meaning

Think of me this coming Monday while you celebrate Labor Day (if you are in the United States). While you are all enjoying your time off and buying all kinds of cool gizmos and gadgets during the multitude sales nationwide, … Continue reading

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Day One of 56

It’s the beginning of the 56 days of torture for me! I both dread and look forward to this time of year. It’s beginning to look like Christmas in the shopping malls, stores, etc.  I’ve worked with the public all … Continue reading

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