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workaholicOverland Park, KS

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The year of 2012 is finally here. I remember that Y2K year and the eve of the impending doom. I had a part-time job in retail and remember that day like it was yesterday. We sold every last battery, flashlight, and bottle of lamp oil. The food was almost wiped out. I remember the customer's...

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Reading third quarter results for Walmart, Kmart, and Target. Walmart and Kmart results were disappointing for analysts. Target, on the other hand seemed to do better than expected.

Walmart's CEO, Duke, states why, "Our shoppers want to save money. They're juggling credit cards, using coupons...

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Hometown...: Midwest, USA
You can find me...: At a store somewhere--anytime
Surprising fact about me...: From the same family as Frank and Jesse
Favorite band growing up...: Too many
Last good book I read...: "Bringing Out the Best in People"
My favorite drink...: Diet Coke-Breakfast of Champions
Favorite website...: mykmart.com

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Route 66 Women's Double Breasted Bomber Jacket

“Double Breased Bomber Jacket is a Hit!”

This jacket is one of my picks. I like the sharp sleek style of this jacket. I can't decide if I like the red or black better--maybe, I wil get one of each!

Posted on Nov 20, 2010

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Jaclyn Smith Today Velvet Visions Hat Ornament - Red

“Jaclyn Smith Velvet Vision Red Hat is Fabulous!”

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2010

Kodak EasyShare 10.0 Megapixel 3X Optical Zoom Digital Camera - Blue

“So Easy to Use and So Much Fun to Share!”

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2010

TheraShoes

“My feet have never felt better!”

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In response to workaholic's comment from Jan 10, 2012:

Sorry to hear about your camera! I know how you feel because I once left my Kodak easy share in a taxi in Chicago and never got it back! I really like the Nikon cameras, but I have just been using the camera in my phone lately which isn't as good. I can't wait to post some pictures on here! I have alot of pictures of items that I bought from Kmart that I want to put on. I should add pictures to my reviews too.

What a great blog I just read on your page! I really enjoyed that. I feel you and I are on the same page. I have been so frustrated with Kmart and the overall store designs, but I still try to support them and one day hope to read of a massive remodel project! I believe it will come, and it is customers like us, with our good eye for design who will pave the way with our innovative ideas! Keep up the good work!

In response to workaholic's comment from Dec 28, 2011:

Great ideas! I too could go on all day about this! I would most like to see the entire store remodeled and updated to create a more welcoming feel. I also would love to see a crafting section with yarn and crochet/knitting items. I would really love some more earth friendly products! I really love the Mrs. Meyers products! Kmart really does have some nice products but the set up and store fixtures really do make them seem unappealing. The outside really needs and updated facade, as I have friends who won't even go there because of how old the building looks! They need people like us to help them out. People with a good eye for design! Your, and many others ideas on this page seem very good and I hope they take them into consideration. I am really excited about the outdoor living products this year. I see some of them are online and I really love the Country Living light up end table. I am also excited to see what the Sandra Lee products are going to be like! When do they usually start bringing in the outdoor living products?

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Hi Cindy! Yes, long time no write, I know. I had to travel to Atlanta for business ( actually recurrent training). How are you doing? Well the holiday madness is almost over. Then you have December 26, when everyone brings back the stuff they don't want or doesn't fit.
I bought my girlfriend a real sexy short red dress, and at first I didn't know how in the world I was going to get the right size. Well I conspired with one of her friends who is exactly the same size and she tried them on until we got the right one. It's going to be fun! Oh there are matching shoes to go with it.
Anyway all the best to you this Christmas and in the coming new year!
Dan

In response to workaholic's comment from Jul 26, 2010:

Thank you.

Hi Cindy! I have not heard from you for a while and thought I would give you a jingle. How have you been? Did you do anything for Halloween? I know that working at a Kmart you had access to all sorts of cool Halloween stuff! Jeez 2.8 million. I would retire right now. I can see myself sitting on some sandy beach like Earl Lee in the Barcelo Resorts commercial! "Free Libations, unlimited that is" LOL Well the bike has been winterized and put away for the winter. I am a real weenie when it comes to riding in cold weather, I just am not hard core like some people are. Are you ready for the Christmas onslaught? Anyway let me know how your doing.
Your Friend always,
Dan

In response to workaholic's comment from Oct 8, 2011:

HI Cindy! It's great that your taking some "Cindy" time from. Years ago, my grandfather worked for the G.E. small motors plant in Fort Wayne, IN, and he basically thought that place could not run without him. Then one morning he had a massive heart attack, and died within 30 minutes. The very next day they had someone else working at his desk. That was back in 1967, and he was only 57. The point is don't ever think that you have to be there, even on your off days. Maybe you should look into some kind of volunteer work at a charity in your spare time. The rewards cannot be bought with money.
Yes representatives and senators were volunteers for 2 terms, and then they went back to whatever they were before they served. Most were farmers or plantation owners. The president was there to preside, but he did not have the dictatorial powers that he does now. Politicians in general usurp power, and forget that they work for us, not the other way around.
Well I am going on a weekend Harley ride, the weather is supposed to be gorgeous. Have a great weekend! :-)
Your friend always, Dan

In response to workaholic's comment from Sep 27, 2011:

Hi Cindy! Part of the problem is that we need term limits for Congressmen and Senators. There should not ever be lifetime politicians. Also they should not be able to vote themselves a pay raise or more benefits. That should be a referendum by the voters, after all they work for us, not the other way around. Did you know that in the beginning, being a representative was a volunteer position? The intention was to get people who truly wanted to serve their country. Our system is the best in the world, but it needs a tune up. Socialism has been tried everywhere else in the world and has always been a failure.
Cindy all of our purgatories are self inflicted, sometimes as a way of avoiding another aspect of life, or a lack of self esteem. Just give yourself a break once in a while, you are worth it! Keep telling yourself that! God does not make junk. Yes you need the job for a living but it does not have to be your life, because they have done nothing to merit a person's life. I learned when I was working for someone else to figure out what my job required and do a little bit more on my own and some more when they asked, but I never got thanked for the extra stuff I did on my own. I also learned from my past bosses, things that I will not do to others, now that I am a potential employer. I hope I am not boring you! Have a nice day! :-))
Dan