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As I ignore the Christmas decorations already in stores, refrain from playing Christmas music around the house, and refuse to allow a Christmas decoration in our home before Thanksgiving, I’m so disappointed with the retailers choosing to invade Thanksgiving Day.
Having heard recently how only in America can we be thankful on Thursday and greedy on Friday, I am not surprised by Grey Thursday. I understand that the economy is terrible and now there is not much hope for any improvement, but do we need to ruin Thanksgiving Day?
My heart goes out to the employees, who are required to work on their Thanksgiving Day. With stores opening earlier or staying open all night, why not just begin at midnight?
In case you are wondering which stores are participating in Grey Thursday, I refer you to this list posted on the Krazy Coupon Lady’s website. Heather and Joanie give you the available times, but you may want to consult your store’s advertisement, website, or store for their participation.
On a side note, I’m enjoying the term, “Grey Thursday.” It sounds dreary and boring. If I were to name a day, I would at least choose a bright, inviting color, like yellow or purple. 😉
I realize the times are changing, but I am not bending this year. Though I am choosing to refrain from the stores on Thanksgiving Day, Paul may venture out later in the evening. Some deals at Walmart are just calling to him. 🙂
In using time wisely this Thanksgiving Day, may you, whether shopping or not, choose thankfulness this Thanksgiving season. Happy choosing!
Question: What do you think about Grey Thursday?
I hate that the retailers are not waiting till Midnight. It also ruins the anticipation of Black Friday, I think!
Agreed! Thanks for the comment. 🙂