Tuesday, November 25, 2008

The engaged shopper


After two days of bed rest, I had to force myself to get up and run my errands. I went to WINCO foods to purchase everything that I will need to make my Thanksgiving dinner. I dislike going to the grocery store because all of the people walking around me with their carts makes me feel very nervous. People really should be more courteous when traversing the aisles, and the aisles should be wider. I watched as one man left his cart in the middle of the aisle, completely oblivious to the fact that in doing so he was obstructing others from passing.

When I pass shopping carts I look inside of them to see what the person is buying. I watched as a lady filled her entire cart with collard greens. Another person had a few pieces of meat, protein, and peanut butter. Some people bring their grocery lists. I find it amusing to watch them cross out each item after placing the item in the cart. I am too spontaneous for lists. I have tried using a list in the past, but have found that I always end up amending the list as I walk through the store. My recipes are stored in my head. I know exactly what I need, and how much of it I need. No lists are necessary.