Recent questions tagged shopping

Description : Please help me find a Forgotten Realms guide book online?

Last Answer : all I found it… by looking at my browser history. Fiendish Codex II: Tyrants of the Nine Hells Hardcover. I totally got it wrong.

Description : What is the best snack food that your country has that another country doesn't have?

Last Answer : Peanut butter Girl Scout cookies

Description : Do you think businesses make much money on unused gift cards?

Last Answer : I’m sure they have an account just for that in their books.

Description : Have you ever insisted on something?

Last Answer : Usually when I absolutely insist on something, it is because my ego and self centeredness is getting in the way of own best self interest. Very few things in this world are worth insisting upon.

Description : What was the cheapest price that you have seen Ramen? Or any other cheap food?

Last Answer : 0.29

Description : Are there a lot of dollar stores in your area? Are they are a sign of economic decline?

Last Answer : There have been two in my area for a number of years. i haven't seen any increase or mention of any increase in their patronage. Oops! Just saw probably the same article you saw about 1 in 3 ... opening being Dollar General stores so I guess it's a thing. Just haven't noticed it around here yet.

Description : What is the secret to getting those plastic produce bags open now that we can’t lick our fingers?

Last Answer : Try to discreetly spit on your fingers ,that should do what ya want.

Description : What is the difference between a bookshelf and a bookcase?

Last Answer : A book case has a back and a bookshelf does not .

Description : I might go grocery shopping, when it warms up at 2pm, can you suggest items to buy?

Last Answer : Adding summer sausage. Maybe juice. I will check the meat section for good beef, pork and chicken.

Description : What has been your biggest online purchase?

Last Answer : Recently, that 500 dollar silicone sculpture, 750, if you include shipping and import duties.

Description : How many stores do you shop in where you can buy underwear, bicycles, and fresh celery? and pay for them all in a single transaction?

Last Answer : Target. I was just there ten minutes ago buying butter, a welcome matt, aluminum foil, and a dog toy. I have no problem with them so long as they carry quality stuff.

Description : How much help do you usually give your spouse or S.O. in choosing a gift for you?

Last Answer : Hints at most, and often no help at all. He’s very good at it, especially for birthdays. I get lots of surprises that I love. Presents are important to me. Not because of the things – it’s just good to know he knows me.

Description : Please tell me where can I get a lamp , preferably online, that is bright as high noon indoors?

Last Answer : You might like this one at Amazon. The brightest is bright enough for me that I can see well up to 10 feet away. The dimmest is soft enough that I can sleep with it on. It's waayyy under ... you can charge your phone while sleeping. I've been using mine for about 10 months with NO complaints!!!

Description : Do you mourn the death of retail?

Last Answer : I don't mourn it, but the loss of retail centers will be one of the changes that I will find tough. I liked going someplace to hang with my friends, and/or go on a mission to find that ... their quality. But everything changes. Given my history for the last 20 years, I'm just happy to be here

Description : What items should every apartment have?

Last Answer : A toaster oven..

Description : What is or was your favorite book shop like?

Last Answer : Tattered Cover in Denver – the original one, not the one downtown. Four floors of books – chairs everywhere, kid-friendly, and they had everything and anything. A true book lovers paradise. (not sure if they are still in business)

Description : Do you know what a battle rope is?

Last Answer : They are for exercise and have been around for a little over a decade. I've mostly heard of them being used by football players and martial artists, but they might be popular among other groups ... The battlefield metaphor is probably an extension of the name, though, and not part of its origin.

Description : Is it reasonable to assume a Safeway that was rebuilt 10 years ago has a diesel generator?

Last Answer : So I called. I asked if they had a generator. They said they did not. But they did toss out some stuff. Cool.. I will decided to walk up and see what was tossed. Deli stuff was tossed. My ... am not shopping there again for a few weeks so I can be sure they clear inventory. A pretty poor showing.

Description : Are you going to the Grand Opening of Ikea in Hyderabad today?

Last Answer : I would not go if it were down the street, much less in India.

Description : "I'm never going to have to buy another..." what? What do you think you've bought for the last time?

Last Answer : Diaphragm

Description : Have you asked someone to get something for you from the store(excluding food or similar day to day items)?

Last Answer : All the time. It’s a common courtesy to ask others if they “need anything from the store?” Before going. Results vary, depending on the person going to the store.

Description : What store bought items would you like to improve?

Last Answer : I want new electronics to be packaged in such a way that I don’t need a thermonuclear device to get inside the titanium-plastic clamshell cases…

Description : If someone cut in front of you on line, or you thought they did, would you say something to them?

Last Answer : I would say something, and I don’t think that “waiting elsewhere” is an excuse.

Description : Have the prices in Whole Foods really dropped since Monday?

Last Answer : There’s one 3 miles from my house here in Boston. I’ll check it out and let you know.

Description : How do I design and make, or shop for, my own energy bars/ emergency rations?

Last Answer : For a long term healthy diet.

Description : Did you buy anything from Amazon yesterday for Prime Day?

Last Answer : Yes and no. I bought from Amazon yesterday, but it wasn’t a Prime Day promotion, and I was going to buy it anyway, whether it was Prime day or not. Does that count?

Description : What combination of items did you buy at a store that caused the cashier to look at you oddly?

Last Answer : This wasn’t me but I thought it was so funny, I had to take a picture of it…

Description : Have you ever bought an inexpensive item and been shocked at how well it works and lasts?

Last Answer : You're lucky. I've heard horror stories about inexpensive Android tablets. This is different. I buy almost all my aloha shirts off eBay. Most new aloha shirts cost $85 to $150. I can get almost new shirts on ... are 20 years old. As a matter of fact, the shirt I'm wearing today is 20 years old.

Description : Would water stay on the moon without containment?

Last Answer : answer:There is ice on the moon in deep craters which never get sunlight. Anywhere else and it would turn to steam and escape into space, as the Moon's low gravity cannot hold gas for any ... water would be (I am guessing) orders of magnitude cheaper than transporting it from the Moon or beyond.

Description : California jellies: How are you dealing with the plastic bag issue?

Last Answer : answer:In Chicago we've had the bag ban for big stores for a while. Little stores are included January 1st. Yes, I bring my own. Yes, I buy bags at checkout if I forget or I need more space. Yes ... on the way home. It's nice not to have plastic bags stuck in my trees and clogging the storm sewers.

Description : Amazon Prime members: Have you ever purchased from Prime Pantry?

Last Answer : answer:Prime Pantry charges flat rate for shipping for each box. You can put one thing in the box, or you can fill the whole box. Same shipping rate. The shipping cost is the same as the ... they make me say that anything I write here is my own opinion and not a reflection of blahblahblahblah

Description : The good the bad and the ugly of the 2016/2017 Toyota Corolla?

Last Answer : omfgTALIjustIMDu I am also a happy Toyota owner. I just bought a 2 year old Camry LE and it’s a very nice car. Was driving a 1996 Corolla. This my 2nd Camry and my third Toyota. IMHO it’s hard to go wrong with a Toyota.

Description : Guy or Gal? What is your favorite candle fragrance?

Last Answer : What use has a guy for a scented candle?

Description : Why would you buy a candle?

Last Answer : Two words: power outage.

Description : Have you seen the self locking shopping carts in your local shopping store?

Last Answer : Never saw those. I guess in certain areas, shopping cart theft is a big problem.

Description : Does your local dollar store get shoplifted frequently?

Last Answer : How would we know such a thing?

Description : What is the name of this product?

Last Answer : Growth X Gainer?

Description : What kind of mattress do I need?

Last Answer : answer:Try as many as you can and get a feel for what you like. Do you like your current mattress? What’s wrong with it? Ask advice from the sales people. I did not like the memory foam mattress that someone gave us. It felt hot and sweaty.

Description : Why do some people seem to feel a need to touch everything in order to shop?

Last Answer : Some are just touchy feely types, I tend to pick up and look (inspect) just the items I might be interested in, but I have seen what you are saying and some people just have to touch freakin everything for some reason, weather they are interested in the item or not.

Description : How do you shop?

Last Answer : I take help wherever I can find it.

Description : Are you going to buy locally for "Small Business Saturday?"?

Last Answer : answer:We’ll probably be spending our Christmas money on a local mechanic… does that count? I am so sick of car trouble. So. Sick. Of. It.

Description : Are you venturing out on Black Friday?

Last Answer : answer:I just found out that I can get all my Black Friday shopping done online with free shipping. I’m golden. You’ll find me on my couch eating leftovers sandwiches.

Description : What products do you like at Aldi Supermarkets?

Last Answer : did you know that food manufacturers produce more than they can sell under a specific brand, so they sell over production under second tier brands and even store brands, but cheaper? anyway, I shop at the Netto that is 3 minutes from my door.

Description : Will you go shopping on Thanksgiving or Black Friday?

Last Answer : answer:No. I hate crowds, although I did go once on Black Friday but later in the day. Everyone was home resting and the mall was empty. I’m planning on doing Cyber Monday shopping.

Description : Stores for plus size?

Last Answer : Did you try department stores like Dillard’s?

Description : Do you like to shop?

Last Answer : NOPE, not at all and really dislike clothes shopping,I don’t mind certain shopping if I am after a certain item but that is it.

Description : Do all HE washing machines have mildew problems?

Last Answer : The problem with the mildew issues is the door seal remains wet after the wash is done, we had that problem,the wife wiped it with a bleach rag and leaves the door cracked when not in use problem solved. ... wipe it with the bleach rag the one time ,now just leaves the door cracked when not in use.

Description : Do you get (mildly) annoyed when a cashier asks, "Did you find everything you need"?

Last Answer : I get annoyed when five people behind the counter yell, “Welcome to Burgerzone!”

Description : Buying local versus buying online; where do you draw the line?

Last Answer : We bought a tractor and the local guy was still 5k more even after shipping for the exact same brand new product. Just couldn’t swallow that much difference. Smaller stuff is even easier because we have the benefit of having it delivered too.

Description : Is it bad manners to use my smart phone to check reviews on products?

Last Answer : No, I don’t think it is rude. I actually wish I would think to do that more often. It’s good to have knowledge of the product before you buy.