Black Friday

     

    Black Friday shopping is an annual event that many people worldwide participate in. Every year new items are put on sale. These items include electronics, toys, clothes, appliances as well as many other things. Some of the most common places to find these deals include Best Buy, Walmart, Target, Kohls, and Cabelas. Many people get up way earlier than usual to stand in line for their wanted purchases. This may not have been the case for many people because of the early deals they put up this year. Many people started sales Thanksgiving morning while some started early that night. 
     Sales, depending on the year, will always vary. Last year's total Black Friday sales totaled around 59 billion dollars, 13% more than the previous year. This year's Black Friday totals are still be figured but are expected to increase. 
     Although many times certain items are the best sellers, sometimes you have some items that wow you. Two years ago Walmart claimed their best selling item was towels. This included bath and wash towels. Some items are more likely to have an even bigger sale on Cyber Monday, or Thanksgiving Day so always pick the best time to purchase your items. Thanksgiving day, Black Friday, small business Saturday, and Cyber Monday can all be great days to find your purchase. 
     Sometimes it is very interesting to compare the prices of similar items each year. Although many new things are added to items such as electronics some can still be very similar just more or less expensive. Wendy Waugh, mother of student Kaci Waugh purchased a 60" T.V. during last years Black Friday shopping for $700. This year that price was higher than the 2012 price. 
     Alex Eisenbarth was able to purchase himself a pair of beats headphones and Xbox games that were discounted greatly. "I usually will always find myself a rather good deal."
     Mrs. Noble had a little different take on Black Friday. She participated in the online shopping deals and received some very good ones. She said, "There was no way I could have gotten all of my items just on Black Friday because I would have needed 12 different people in 12 different lines. Online was my only choice." Her purchases online included an Xbox, Fit Bit, Beats by Dr. Dre, Bluetooth sounds bars, a drill, 132 piece tool set, suitcases and luggage, and other items. These items were all for post prom except for a couple of ones not listed. Her only two purchases not online were an iPad mini and a laptop. 
     Black Friday shopping online and in stores are both great decisions. Different days provide great deals and this is why so many participate in these events. Christmas may become a lot cheaper.