Black Friday???


I was wondering why my baby is up at 3, 4 am, and I finally found out that the Friday after Thanksgiving Day is known as Black Friday, which signifies........... the beginning of the traditional CHRISTMAS SHOPPING season!!! Sales!!! Discounts!!! Offers!!! Rebates!!! Now I understand... heh!

Black Friday is not a public holiday in the United States, but many people take the day off, which increases the number of potential shoppers. Retailers often decorate for the Christmas season weeks beforehand. Many retailers open very early (typically 5 am or even earlier) and offer doorbuster deals and loss leaders to draw people to their stores. The name "Black Friday" originated in Philadelphia probably because of the heavy traffic on that day.

The media frequently refer to Black Friday as the busiest retail shopping day of the year, but this is not always accurate. In 2003 and 2005, Black Friday actually did reach first place, but the busiest retail shopping day of the year in the United States (in terms of both sales and customer traffic) usually has been the Saturday before Christmas.

In many places it is not unusual to see shoppers lined up hours before stores with big sales open. Once inside, the stores shoppers often rush and grab, as many stores have only a few of the big draw items. Electronics and popular toys are often the most sought-after items and may be sharply discounted. Because of the shoulder-to-shoulder crowds, many choose to stay home and avoid the hectic shopping experience. The local media often will cover the event, mentioning how early the shoppers began lining up at various stores and providing video of the shoppers standing in line and later leaving with their purchased items. Traditionally Black Friday sales were intended for those shopping for Christmas gifts.

I know this is fun, baby, but please get some sleep ok! :* ]]]HUGS[[[