You know something? That stuff happens a lot more often than you can
imagine. Don't sweat it. It sucks, but your money is good elsewhere.
Don't be so down on yourself. Just don't be so verbal next time, ok?
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FloridaMom,
I have to agree with "dsut". What's even worst is when the store detectives are following
YOU!! I have been "stalked" in stores by some pretty obvious "shop cops", and who's to say just how many, I wasn't aware of!
Luckily I could just laugh at the thought since I've got higher standards than to go on a five finger discount spree!
Your case brings up a point, though different from your situation, that you may not have considered. I knew I was being watched one night while I shopped for groceries. An older man who had been shopping as long as I had would go up 2 isles along with me..then drop back, only to catch up to me again.. I shop for 2 weeks worth of food at a time, so you can bet in the days of coupons...I had been in the store for a good 45 minutes and his cart had
maybe 3 items! I wondered WHY do I come off so suspicious to draw the attentions of the store detective? Well, as I left my cart "unattended" along with my purse, a woman came out of no where and advised me, quickly and under her breath, "Don't leave your purse in your cart". I was confused as to why she would say that and keep on walking never looking back.
Needless to say I heeded her advice and bee-lined for my purse. Several isles later the old man was still casing me. A stock boy was stocking shelves....so I laughed and asked him..."So, is this guy behind me a detective or WHAT?!" This is where the moral comes in.....
He proceeded to tell me that there had been half a dozen purse snatchings that had taken place IN the store over the last 3 nights! One was a pregnant woman who managed to latch on to it at the last moment and the guy drug her around finally kicking her several times to get her to release the stupid thing. The old guy was aware that I was leaving my purse on several occasions and was simply watching out for my welfare. The woman in passing was also a store cop with some quick advice. So, while you had a humiliating situation transpire. Remember....they are also in the wings in case a situation arises where you need help. At least now you'll know how to recognize 'em. There around more than you know!!
Good luck, keep your chin up!
Snidely