Tag Archives: store

#71: Shop at Penzys

Posted on January 16, 2014 by Stef

Before my husband and I got married, we took our relationship on a few “test drives” to see how we might fare when the novelty of romantic infatuation waned (as it always inevitably does). One of the best ways to … Continue reading →

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#17: Let high school kids bag my groceries

Posted on October 6, 2013 by Stef

A semi-popular fundraiser for local school groups involves assembling a small group of kids (usually 9th-12th graders, though sometimes 6th-8th grade students do it as well) and taking them to a local grocery store. The students then post a sign … Continue reading →

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#70: Try on a pair of Vibram FiveFingers shoes

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Stef

I used to be a runner. Despite being largely sedentary as a child (focusing on academics, music, and TV instead of sports or athletics), when I arrived at college with no car or bike, I had no choice but to … Continue reading →

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Similarity amid diversity

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Stef

One of the local grocery stores has an aisle dedicated to “ethnic” foods. Various genres of staples, spices, and sweets each get a 4’ section of shelving – with no smooth transition from one to the next. So Mexican tortillas … Continue reading →

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#76: Try a new type of cheese

Posted on October 13, 2012 by Stef

I once dated a guy who didn’t like cheese. The demise of our relationship involved a lot more than his disdain for dairy – but that didn’t help. 🙂 Fortunately, the man I married is a fan of fromage in … Continue reading →

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A conversation overheard

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Stef

At the grocery store this morning, I saw a 2-year-old boy race through down the produce aisle, spy a yellow summer squash, grab it, and excited yell to his mom, “na-NA-na!” while waving the vegetable at her. She calmly corrected … Continue reading →

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A new shopping experience

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Stef

The setting: A cash register/checkout at a store I had never visited (until today). The conversation: Cashier: Did you find everything okay? Me: Yes, thank you for asking. Cashier: Do you know about our rewards program? Me: No, but I’ll … Continue reading →

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Um, what was that again?

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Stef

Grocery shopping early on a weekday morning is a situation where young children are frequently present; and as such, is often an opportunity for me to observe something humorous, interesting, or touching. Such was the case today. As I was … Continue reading →

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Just look up

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Stef

I didn’t have the best day today. Nothing tragic happened, I just had moderate annoyances sprinkled throughout the day (from waking up with shin pain; to getting caught in pouring rain – twice; to feeling indecisive about totally dinky and … Continue reading →

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Errand smiles

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Stef

I had two very quick errands to run today. The first was to the grocery store, where I needed (wanted) to purchase exactly two items: applesauce and broccoli. I found both items easily and quickly; and as I deftly maneuvered … Continue reading →

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