Because I enjoy grocery shopping, browsing the aisles for new items, and I like picking out my own produce, meat, eggs, etc.
I like to analyze the labels, compare prices, see what is on sale, try different brands—much easier to do this sort of shopping in person.
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I'm fine. I'm not afraid of leaving my house and smoking pot every day and then verbally spanking anyone who does leave their house.
Because I enjoy grocery shopping, browsing the aisles for new items, and I like picking out my own produce, meat, eggs, etc.
I like to analyze the labels, compare prices, see what is on sale, try different brands—much easier to do this sort of shopping in person.
Um, @HollyJane could it be that you're feeling personally attacked and sensitive right now because you've suffered the loss of loved ones this year and now you're facing the holidays without them? Maybe examine why you're having such vehement reactions to House Cat's postings. I noticed you're also unable to attend your support group and that must be hard. No need to lash out at others, though. And it's ok to ask for help if you're struggling. If you need support of any kind, PS is a great place to find it. @PintoBean has a widow thread--might look that up or start your own. Hugs.
Ok, this is funny. I haven’t had that experience. My substitutions have always made sense!
I like the little talking Olive wearing the Santa hat
I also like Mr. Peanut, The Chicken of the Sea Mermaid and
Charlie Tuna
I kid you not, I once had a dream that the Starkist Tuna said to me, “Try me, we taste better in oil!” and waved to a can of tuna packed in olive oil. I woke up very confused and paranoid that the canned tuna industry was beaming commercials to my brain.
I'm pretty much the same, no Covid cases here (ACT Oz) so I'm not worried although I try not to go in rush hour obviously. Also the delivery fee for Coles or Woolies is $15 which is significant considering I'm only a 5 min drive away from the supermarket! I hear terrible stories of substitution and sh*tty produce being delivered so would rather choose my own.
In peak Covid I managed to get by mainly with one very large shop prior to lockdown (I prepped & froze loads of meals) then just a few fresh odds and ends from the corner store.
Does that website show pics of each Fuji apple, including the bruised ones, and the wilted parsley?
Hows bout a GoPro camera strapped to the employee's head with a live feed so, from home, I can look at my device and pick each item?
One Instacart shopper impressed me and got an even more generous tip... He actually took photos of the item and sent to me so I could select from the current display. I wish I could request him by name!
Agreed that delivery is a great thing for many people including those who are elderly, compromised or raising a tribe of little ones.
for others, like me, I want to check out the specials, look for new products or be tempted by the wonderful marketing and product placement.
there might be items that I must have but only after I see them!
a few complaints I’m aware of
substitution of items - is annoying and defeats the purpose if you have to go to the store to return it
Expiry dates - dairy or meat being only a day or two from “best by date”.
Fruit and veg - fruit all ripe or totally unripe. Lady across the road got avocados that might be ripe by Christmas, bananas so green they glowed yet the tomatoes all had to be eaten ASAP. Another classic was specifying weight of oranges, the oranges were HUGE so she only got 5 Instead of 10 or so like usual. Great size for juicing but not so great to put in the kids lunchbox!
I pick oranges by weight.
The heaviest ones are the juiciest - though obviously more expensive than the dryer oranges - but IMO worth it.
Works well!
But I still need psychic powers to pick a good watermelon.
Any watermelon that wasn't picked out of the field while I watch is not something I want to bother with. ...
But I still need psychic powers to pick a good watermelon.