The US tradition of Black Friday has over the years managed to sweep up the rest of the globe, into its whirlwind of crazy festive deals.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for a great deal (especially if it’s on a pair of sneakers) but if the past two years has taught us anything, it’s that we should always be prepared.
Having said that, Black Friday deals can be awfully tempting but perhaps we need to err on the side of caution when considering splurging.
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When it comes to the obvious things like household items, groceries and your standard Christmas shopping, indeed it is smart to buy in bulk so that you have peace of mind for the rest of the year.
However, when it comes to standing in queues from the early parts of the morning to buy three fridges because they’re marked at 30% off, it is at that point where I will probably judge you.
As with most things, discretion is the key word when it comes to festive shopping. “To buy or not to buy,” is the real question.
While I try not to dabble in aspects like supply chain, I can’t help but wonder if a strong demand could lead to pinching a few pockets?
Then again, holiday seasons are very unpredictable and who knows what this one has in store for us.
Spoiling yourself and your loved ones has never been a crime, but don’t forget to save a little extra cash on the side to make it to your next payday.
We all know January can be the hardest, especially if you may have gone overboard during December.
Rather than suffer the consequences, be proactive and mindful of a realistic budget.
Trust me, I really do get it. Excitement is in the air with the festive season near.
Christmas bonus bank notifications are going to start rolling in, the easing of lockdown restrictions means some of us might even get to have family home for the holidays.
It all sounds great, especially after what the last two years have shown us and I too look forward to hopefully being around a bit more family this Christmas.
Having said that, predictions show that we are likely to experience our fourth wave this festive season (due to obvious reasons that I don’t think I need to explain). Needless to say, we should all be responsible in every aspect.
Wear your masks in public, sanitise often – especially if you plan on going shopping during peak times. If we all play our part, I’m sure we can all enjoy some sense of normality this festive season.
On the other hand, if you are getting ready to stand in those queues and tussle with someone over the last chicken braai pack, I wish you all the best.
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