Ever been to one of those? You wanted to save a few bucks and you got elbowed, stepped on, cursed at-followed by a “Merry Christmas to you, too!”? Perhaps, you were the one doing these things?!? Overall, you can get great bargains!
You don’t get too many deals in Puerto Rico on the day after Christmas. One reason is, the workers get first dibs on everything before doors even open. Additionally, our large box-store giant, just like other lesser-known hardware stores, are notorious for announcements like these:
Get yours today! Availability, 6 per store! Oftentimes, the “available” items are the same old ones in the stores every day. In other words, they’re not new, and some are repackaged returns that may not work, or have missing or broken parts. Not to mention S-L-O-W service & S-U-P-E-R-L-O-N-G- L-I-N-E-S.
About 18 years ago my wife and I were at a now shut down chain store that has a 4’ tall old-timey Santa, which I liked at either $49. or at $99. It was probably December 24 and would go on sale Dec. 26 at 50% off. We got there early that day to find it already gone. Reluctantly, we chose the next best thing: a 4’ tall Snowman. When we went to pay, we saw it displayed at a cashier’s register. So unfair! But you can’t complain, because managers backup their workers. The customer is rarely ever right in PR. It’s usually better to stay home unless you only want to look around.
God says, “Is anyone thirsty, come and drink-even if you have no money! Come, take your choice of wine or milk-it’s all free” (Isaiah 55:1 NIV)!
There’s plenty at God’s table! Available in abundance to all! It’s limitless! No rations! It’s worth waiting for His rewards!
Merry Christmas!
Sam
Mr. Snowman