Most of us don't like TV commercials. That's hardly breaking news. But the annoyance meter soars when said commercials promote Christmas shopping the day after Halloween. We're still picking candy corn out of our teeth when we're made to shift gears and consider a suitable gift for the dog walker and Aunt Esther.
Thanks for reminding me, but let me recover from this Trick or Treat sugar coma before compiling a shopping list.
Not that long ago, holiday shopping began with gusto the day after Thanksgiving and so did the commercials. That's plenty of time to work yourself into a retail frenzy.
As annoying as it is, this early kick-off is probably to the consumers advantage since it sparks retailers to offer good deals over a longer period. Many shops are promoting November and pre-Thanksgiving sales but I'm skeptical.
If it was actually a pre-Thanksgiving sale the ads would show the family around the dinner table drumstick in hand, a cornucopia centerpiece for effect. What do you see? A fully decorated tree, twinkle lights and people wearing Santa hats.
Retailers are desperate to get consumers to fork over some cash, but chill for just a few more weeks. Let me at least enjoy the turkey leftovers.
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