We’ve had some proper Winter weather in Suffolk the past few days. Sleet showers, cold winds, ice everywhere. I’ve had to put in an extra delivery order at work because we’ve sold out of de-icer, salt, bread and those little bags of kindling we have outside. What is wrong with people? I’ve only ever been snowed in once in my life and that only lasted two days. It’s 2015 for Christ’s sake. We all have central heating and cars with computerised steering control - it’s not as if we’re likely to be stranded anywhere for very long. But try telling that to the middle-aged women who are stocking up on bread like there’s a nuclear winter on the way.
Bloody idiots. Superstores and garages must make a fortune at this time of year from people who think they’re being clever. Buying shit you don’t need is NOT being resourceful and preparatory, it’s handing money over to companies who fuel your fear with bullshit and then cash in on your need to feel in control.
But then - I work for one of those companies so I’ll shut up now.
Carry on spending, folks. I hear we MIGHT have a heat wave in August so you’d better rush out and buy expensive sunblock now, before the rush starts.
See you at the till.
RC 3-2-15
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