I know you've all heard that we have raised a couple of generations (our kids and grandkids) who expect instant gratification. With their phones they can communicate quickly with friends all over, share pictures (sometimes much too generously) and information with the tap of a button or a voice command. The whole world is at their fingertips via their phones and computers.
To be honest, I realized recently that I have become just as bad as the younger generations. I appreciate, if not instant, at least quick gratification. For example, yesterday, about 4:00pm, I told my spouse that I was heading to Target to buy some things I needed for our upcoming trip. His response was "I'll just order them for you on Amazon and they'll be here tomorrow." So we sat together at his computer, searched for exactly the style and colors I wanted, which I might not have even found in the store, and sure enough, the order showed up on our doorstep this morning. Later yesterday my spouse ordered two more items for the trip, and today we placed one more order for me. Can you tell that we're finally getting serious about packing? His items showed up today. Mine will be here by noon tomorrow. I wish I could tell you that this way of shopping helps me avoid impulse buying but, honestly, it's just as easy to browse on the internet as it is by strolling through a brick and mortar store. Even easier if you have a comfy chair and a glass of wine.
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