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dave
Jacksonville, TX
(Zone 8a)
 January 3, 2005
9:50 AM Post #1218747
| There are a total of 210 votes:
| Yes, I'm an avid post-holiday shopper, and I got some great deals
(13 votes, 6%) |  |
| I did a little stocking up, but I'm not a fanatic about it
(41 votes, 19%) | |
| I avoid the post-holiday sales; too crowded!
(32 votes, 15%) | |
| I'm too tired and broke to think about shopping
(29 votes, 13%) | |
| I'm saving my money for seeds and plants!
(79 votes, 37%) | |
| Other?
(16 votes, 7%) | |
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Previous Polls |
kooger
Oostburg, WI
(Zone 5b)
January 3, 2005
10:14 AM Post #1218766
| I went with 'other' because I bought a few Christmas lights on clearance (300 icicle lights for $1.21 - couldn't walk by), I avoid the stores/crowds if possible, I'm too broke to shop and I'd rather save what I have for plants and books on plants! lol |
picturelady
San Jose, CA
(Zone 9a)
January 3, 2005
11:22 AM Post #1218844
| I voted, I avoid the crowds...but I can easily use the internet, to take advantage of sales!! So, that is what I am doing. Plus, staying away from all the cold germs! |
ncgardenaddict
Kannapolis, NC
(Zone 7b)
January 3, 2005
1:13 PM Post #1219107
| I hate shopping!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
CaptMicha
Brookeville, MD
(Zone 7a)
January 3, 2005
1:28 PM Post #1219137
| Not broke, but just plain tired. |
Lettuceman
Dayton, WA
January 3, 2005
1:41 PM Post #1219161
| I second ncgardenaddict"s vote!!!! |
MsMaati
Newburgh, IN
(Zone 6a)
January 3, 2005
2:13 PM Post #1219225
| I always get my paper and ribbons and add a few new decorations, other than that I stay away from the Malls. |
rh3708
westmoreland, TN
(Zone 7a)
January 3, 2005
4:21 PM Post #1219418
| as long as i can be out of the store in 30 min its OK other than that no way do i want to fight the crowds.
It is no fun to stand in line for just a few dollars off i hate shopping.
Happy Gardening!
Robbie
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Moonglow
Corte Madera, CA
(Zone 10a)
January 3, 2005
4:33 PM Post #1219432
| Other. Shopped for ornaments ONLINE.
=) |
okus
New York(UK!)Lincoln
(United Kingdom)
(Zone 8b)
January 3, 2005
5:05 PM Post #1219479
| Just glad that the hustle and bustle is over for a while. I'm planning ahead for this years gardening and will need all I can save to replace the things that got really frozen that shouldn't have!! |
Baa
January 3, 2005
6:26 PM Post #1219567
| I voted other. I am not keen on shopping although you'd think otherwise if you went with me, I have to restrict myself to going when I need a specific something, then I can only go to a town where there is very little choice in shops ... why? because I can't make a shopping decision for toffee. Will it be cheaper at so and so? What's the best deal? If I travel to Winchester will the cost of petrol bring the price up to the same as if I went into Southampton? If I buy that and that here could I get this there too? Can I use this voucher or should I be buying this thing in the first place? Then I don't like the quality or the sales staff or there's a funny smell to the item or a mark or a crease *G* No one will go shopping with me anymore, they all suddenly have something far more important to do or have a very short lived bout of Baaitis.
I'm not quite that bad but I do get into a tizz when I can't find exactly what I want straight away. |
danak
Olympia, WA
(Zone 7b)
January 3, 2005
7:07 PM Post #1219615
| I guess I'm a sucker, becuase I just bought a few things and nothing was on sale! My Christmas gift card helped, at least. Otherwise I've had my share of shopping for awhile. |
Debsroots
Northwest, MO
(Zone 5a)
January 3, 2005
7:42 PM Post #1219662
| Voted Avid post-holiday shopper and I got some great deals. I have always done this and just plan a year ahead on alot of the things I purchase. I have three grandchildren...and I purchased twelve 2 - 3 piece outfits for next winter and saved 50 - 75% on each outfit...I just go up a size on each child...as they are all 4 years of age and under.
I also purchased several containers of lotion and soaps that were on sale for 50% off...these will be used during the year for odds and ends and last minute gifts. Christmas cards from National Wildlife at over 50% savings.
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melody
Benton, KY
(Zone 7a)
January 3, 2005
8:17 PM Post #1219726
| I haven't set foot in a mall in over 5 years...pre or post holiday. The after Thanksgiving frenzy and the after Christmas stampeeds just turn me off.
I shop in small stores where I can call the owners by name and pay a little more for that priviledge. I call ahead and make sure the item I want is in stock...go get it and leave.
I worked retail in a shopping mall as a young adult and now that I don't have to be in the mess...I choose not to go.
Everyone should work at least 2 holiday seasons in a shopping mall...it will make you appreciate what goes into keeping the consumer happy...and you will get turned off by the commercial hoo-ha.
I choose to shop throughout the year...and have my holiday gifts purchased or made...(mostly made) by the end of October. |
Kelli
Los Angeles (Canoga , CA
(Zone 10a)
January 3, 2005
8:18 PM Post #1219728
| I avoid post-holiday sales at the mall like the plague, but I am certainly not adverse to on-line sales. |
PudgyMudpies
Stockton, CA
(Zone 9a)
January 3, 2005
8:21 PM Post #1219741
| Ditto what Kelli said |
MaryEv
Columbus, OH
(Zone 5b)
January 3, 2005
9:48 PM Post #1219927
| I'm saving my pennies for in the spring - when it's safe to ship plants, again!!! I have an order sheet filled out and waiting for warm weather! |
merigold
Sioux City, IA
(Zone 4b)
January 3, 2005
10:07 PM Post #1219953
| I avoid the crowds, but usually am able to still find a few bargins after Christmas merchandise is mostly picked over. I got some 65 feet rolls of gift wrap for .99 and thought I'd done pretty good. |
jcangemi
Clovis, CA
(Zone 9a)
January 4, 2005
7:51 AM Post #1220345
| It's a great time to grab those tiny white Christmas lights "cheap" if you live where you need a little precaution again frost, as here in San Joaquin Valley. I string a few around through patio trees and plants . . .gives off just enough warmth to keep them from getting nipped by frost. |
frogsrus
San Diego, CA
(Zone 10a)
January 4, 2005
6:37 PM Post #1221432
| The only Christmas lights I got on sale after Christmas was "Bright Lights." Gotta love the 75 cent cactus sale. Other than that, there isn't anything worth the crowds. 
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beclu727
Dacula, GA
(Zone 7b)
January 4, 2005
7:04 PM Post #1221469
| I'm makin' my list, checkin' it twice (or 3 or 4 times) for seeds and plants that is. |
MistyMeadows
Payneville, KY
(Zone 7a)
January 5, 2005
12:03 AM Post #1221961
| I usually avoid shopping, but this year I had to go to the store to get a few items and found the Christmas Village and accessories at 50% off. I saved about $35 and next year I can set out what I always say I want around the tree :) I wish I were one of those people that had enough money after Christmas to purchase a year's worth of birthday gifts, christmas gifts, or gifts just to have in case you need one. :) I also wish that Christmas would come around (just one year) in July when we aren't "starving artists" on the farm! LOL |
QueenB
Shepherd, TX
(Zone 8b)
January 5, 2005
3:12 AM Post #1222064
| I'm a picky post-holiday shopper. I look for great clearance deals while I'm doing normal business, not out actively looking for the sales. I racked up some Hippeastrum bulbs and got to be the first to dig through the newly displayed bulbs! :-) |
Kelli
Los Angeles (Canoga , CA
(Zone 10a)
January 5, 2005
12:19 PM Post #1222446
| Oooo! Gorgeous Christmas cactus! |
HERBIE43
wappingers falls, NY
(Zone 5b)
January 6, 2005
8:44 AM Post #1223844
| i avoid the malls. i just go to this store called treasure island which sells all things christmas at this tijme of the year. my dw picked out a new artificial x-mass tree, some lights and a couple of two foot fiber optic figurines that can be used indoors or outdoors. thats it. oh, and some christmas cards. everything was 70 percent off so it was well worth it.
frank |
AlohaHoya
Keaau, HI
(Zone 11)
January 6, 2005
9:16 PM Post #1225035
| Shopping turns me off - period. Crowds make it doubly unpleasant. Yuck! On-line is OK...but I have too much "stuff" as it is...
Now, a nursery sale...that is a horse of a different color! |
NatureWalker
New York & Terrell, TX
(Zone 9b)
January 9, 2005
1:47 PM Post #1229680
| Glad I voted with the majority!
I'm saving my money for seeds and plants!
And asssorted gardening supplies & necessaties.
~* Robin |
AlicemayS
Florence, MA
(Zone 5a)
January 9, 2005
8:35 PM Post #1230252
| I voted "other" because I've been pre-spring ordering plants, mostly Hosta. Some good deals out there for early bird orders, free shipping, etc. I can hardly wait for spring! |
