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11-27-2010, 05:57 PM

#51

eimay

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Originally Posted by Suzan Larrimore

Did you ever wonder, What do the people who camp out in tents do with the tents when the doors open? Do they leave them up? Aren't they worried someone else will come along and take their stuff. I would.

I've always wondered that myself!

I asked my son, whose wife camps out. He explained she is usually with a friend. About 30 minutes before the doors open, or earlier, weather permitting, one of them takes the stuff to the car while the other holds the place in line.

11-27-2010, 06:00 PM

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when dds were growing up we had a few gifts for Christmas day but waited for the january sales and paycheck....Always a better deal and extended the holiday for them.

My mom used to give my daughters (now adults) shopping money for the after Christmas sales. At that time, the day after Christmas was the big shopping day.

11-27-2010, 06:00 PM

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Lynnie25

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Oh, that sounds like our Myers Boxing Day sales...
Now we really understand. Thanks.

Black Friday sounds exactly like our Boxing Day Sales. Went to one for the 1st time last year with my DD, never again. Spent most of the time in the mall watching the other crazy people while enjoying a nice chai latte (or 2 or 3)

11-27-2010, 06:52 PM

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Joanie2

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Hi everyone, please forgive an ignorant Aussie, but I keep reading Black Friday, what exactly is Black Friday? Im a bit confused and curious!

Now the we've gotten through Black Friday --- Remember Monday is called Cyber Monday. This is your chance to find all kinds of deals on line without having to deal with the crowds and the parking. My husband is getting read to shop. Can't wait to see what I get!

11-27-2010, 06:55 PM

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Ahhhhh, thank you so very much! Great to know different countries traditions, you learn so much.

Thankyou for your explainations, now I know what everyone is talking about!

Goodness me, people get into fist fights over stuff???? Gosh, thats extreme isnt it? :shock:

What is the big sale day in Australia?

Usually Boxing day here in Australia. I have never been and never will go as I prefer not to get pummelled to death for a so called bargain. Thats why I like ebay!

11-27-2010, 08:25 PM

#56

Pins n' Ndls

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Insane isn't it !!

11-27-2010, 10:44 PM

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Hi everyone, please forgive an ignorant Aussie, but I keep reading Black Friday, what exactly is Black Friday? Im a bit confused and curious!

Thanks for asking. I had no idea, but read some posts about BIG purchases. Now I know what it's all about.

11-27-2010, 10:47 PM

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Oh and Boxing Day is the day after Christmas Day, in case you wondered. Kinda sad how the retail activity doesn't stop for more than one day at Christmas nowadays.