It's no secret that the holidays are the best time of the year! Family is visiting from out of town, the weather is cooling down (Florida problems), you get to eat you weight in a variety of pies, and Target is displaying all the best things in the Dollar Spot. For so many of us, the holidays are the bees knees.

However, have you ever worked in retail during the holidays? Yeah, it's not always a good time. From the long hours on your feet to the rudest people you've ever met, working in retail can definitely take all the jolly out of the holidays.

So you want to know what retail employees are really thinking?

1. Why are there so many people!

The parking lots are packed, the walk ways are packed, and all you're trying to do is get to work...maybe even stop for a Starbucks to get you through your shift dealing with the general public.

2. There are no other sizes in the back, but sure I'll pretend to look for you

No, there is not someone in the back 24/7 making new product. When we say it's all out, I-T-S A-L-L O-U-T!

3. I really don't have time to pick you out an outfit for your party that's tonight

4. Please don't tell me about your very personal life problems right now

I know we all need to vent, but ma'am I just met you and your telling me about very personal things in the fitting room and I'd like to leave...like 10 minutes ago.

5. WHY ARE YOUR KIDS NOT SUPERVISED

Excuse me, sir. Yeah, your child just ran out of the store...Seriously, I don't want to clean up your kids Cheerios, ice cream, or spilled drink. Also, I don't want to clean up their blood because you're not watching them and they have now fallen and hit their face on a mannequin.

6. Sure, I'll get the manager...to tell you everything I just did

7. Ugh, I really don't feel like going out after work

Friends, I love you, but I've spent the day with people and I kind of just want fuzzy socks and wine.

8. YES! All the customers are out of the store!

That sweet, sweet, satisfying moment of peace and quiet....oh, and, of course, cleaning the store now....

So, to conclude, just be nice when you're out shopping. These employees are spending barely any time with their family and friends, and they don't need to deal with your snotty attitude!