The time has finally come for Thanksgiving break. We're all excited for the family, food, friends; but the shopaholics are excited for Thanksgiving break because of one particular day -- Black Friday.
After the day when we feel most grateful, it only makes sense to go out and fight people for a discounted material item that we must have! While it really doesn't make any sense at all, the deals are great and you have to go at least once in your life. If you've been to any major store on Black Friday, you know exactly how it feels -- the adrenaline rush, the fight for that last pair of shoes, the amazing deals -- and if you haven't, quite honestly the Kardashians are the best way to explain what it's like to be a shopper on Black Friday.
Waking up at 3 a.m. to wait in line.
When you get three or fewer hours of sleep, it is a given that you're going to look a little rough. No one really tries to look pretty on Black Friday because you're there for one thing: getting to the deals before they run out. You will literally become a person you never thought you would be -- growling at people to try and scare them away, yelling at innocent moms trying to get their children a new toy. You don't want people to recognize you, so keep that baggy-eyed, messy-hair look and hope no one recognizes you or your irrational behavior.
Finally finding a parking spot.
The truth is this part probably takes longer than the actual shopping itself. It's like "Jaws," cars circling waiting to try and speed into any open spot they can find. If you have even the slightest bit of road rage you probably shouldn't be the one driving.
Seeing how long the line is when you get there.
Bring the blankets, coffee and snacks; if you want a good spot in line you have to get there early. Like, four to five hours before they open early.
Hearing someone in line talking about buying the same thing you want.
If you ain't first, you're last. Let those people think you are dangerous to mess with. Throw in an intimidating growl even -- anything goes on this day of savage shopping.
Finding out you're one of the first 100 in line and get a free gift card.
Ah yes, your early morning wake up call payed off (literally). Don't get too excited though, the other 99 people around you just got the same thing, which means they'll be even more crazy about getting what they want when they break through those doors.
When your friend doubts your ability to get everything you want.
Leaving without everything on your list is not an option. Think positive thoughts and positive things will happen. Do not let any negative Nancy's into your shopping squad. You've done the research, you got there early, you are prepared to get everything on your list.
When the store finally opens the doors.
Run. Grab your friends hands and don't let go. Make your way to the front of the doors because we all know single file actually means, "make your way through the mosh pit."
Getting in the store and not knowing where to start.
Always have a plan. If you set foot in that store without a plan your top list items are going to be gone in the blink of an eye. Get in, get out -- no dilly dallying!
Getting the very last item on the shelf.
Show it off, but not too much. Someone might claw your eyes out for it. Remember, if anyone tries to buy it off you, charge them double what you paid -- for the blood, sweat, and tears that went into that purchase.
Knowing it's time to go home and catch up on sleep.
When you and your friends are stumbling through the store, it's time to go back home and get some much needed rest.
To those of you embarking on this crazy journey -- channel your inner Kardashian and remember, there's always next year.
