Tuesday, March 10, 2009

CVS & Me

So...I received an anonymous comment today...I'm going to post it here before I respond to it. Here is the love I received:
"Anonymous said...

I hope you know that every CVS employee absolutely hates you. People like you clog up our lines and take 45 minutes at the check out while other customers are waiting to actually buy something with real money."

Now, let me just post a very quick response to this. I have only been CVSing for a couple of months and I have heard many stories of nasty cashiers and managers. I know some employees don't like couponers. I think this is typical of employees who deal with inconsiderate couponers. There are ways to save money playing the "CVS game" and still be a customer that is actually liked.

First off, I NEVER complete multiple transactions in a row if there are others waiting in line. I move to the back of the line for each new transaction. Sometimes I don't even bother getting in the line. I stand off to the side or browse a little more until there is no line.

Secondly, I don't clear the shelves of product (unless there are only 1 or 2, in which case I consider that to be a stock issue, not a couponer caused issue.)
Finaly, I do NOT use coupons unethically. I feel there are plenty of money saving methods without trying to use expired coupons or coupons on products other than those they were intended for. I follow the rules and do my research which enables me to save a significant amount of money on products that my family uses or wants.

In direct response to this comment I would also like to add that while some employees may not like seeing a customer "score big" there are many out there who enjoy it just as much as the customer. The employees at my local CVS know me by name. We talked about our families and our lives when I stop in to shop. The store manager makes it a point to save me a copy of any publication they have that has a coupon in it and actually walks the store with me to become more familiar with the best deals each week. Maybe I am blind to the "hate" they have for me because they do such a good job of hiding it, but I think it is more likely that not all employees dislike "people like me." In fact, in regards to the particular post the this comment was left under (the 90% off Essence of Beauty products) the employees that were working when I purchased my 2 bathrobes at $1.49 each all purchased the remaining 15-20 robes after I checked out. The employees at my local store appreciate the deals that I get because often they find a deal for themselves as well.


Wednesday, March 4, 2009

News Flash!!

Attention CVS Shoppers!!! There are some MAJOR savings to be had this week!! Essence of Beauty (EOB) products are on sale in many stores for 90% OFF!!! That's about as close to free as you can get! YMMV as some stores have only reduced their prices by 75%. Look for EOB robes, travel sets, gift sets and more. Also, check the prices on perfume gift sets if your store carries them. Many of these have also been reduced. Rumor has it these items will return to full price when the stores download pricing for sales starting Sunday. If you manage to snag a great deal, don't forget to leave a comment!!