Today I went Black Friday shopping - but here's the kicker - not until about 10:30 AM (I had planned to get up early and go shopping in Lafayette - but Thanksgiving wore me out completely so I decided to go back to Indy with Matthew - sleep in my own bed - take my time getting up and mosie around) and I mainly shopped at local stores - it was great! (I must admit that I did sneak into Borders, Lowes and Linen's and Things but that was it!)
Why was it so great you may ask? Well, let me count the ways!
1. These local shops were NO WHERE NEAR as crowded as what Target, Walmart, etc was.
2. In some instances I was the only customer and the person working had all the time in the world to help me.
3. The local shops had items that you cannot find anywhere else.
(great unique gifts at great prices) and plus it supports local business people which builds the community
4. No hassle parking - even on Black Friday. (when I drove greenwood park mall I saw cars parking up on the grass around the parking lots - CRAZY!)
5. Half of the stores I visited served Wassail or Hot Cider and treats - great for a mid-afternoon shopping pick-me-up! It was MARVELOUS!
Where did I visit?
-Imagination Station, in downtown Franklin
-Karen Mercer Interiors, Southport
-Take Root Simply Country Store, Old Towne Greenwood
-Kira's Cottage, Downtown Franklin
-A Certain Charm, Downtown Franklin
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