The Mall, Part I

Wow, I can't believe it's been more than a month since my last post. But that doesn't mean I haven't been out and about mentally rating and reviewing!

First off, whoever said the economy is plummeting, has not been to the Cherry Hill Mall on a Saturday.

I don't go to the mall very often, much less on a weekend. I much prefer stand-alone stores or online shopping (better service, not as crowded). But damn, the mall was crazy crowded today! It took me about 15 minutes, driving all over, just to find a parking space! I know they have construction going on (a Nordstrom is coming, yay!!!) but I don't think that's why the lot was so packed. I just think everyone was at the mall. And as excited as I am about the Nordstrom, I can't even imagine how much crazier the mall is going to be once it opens.

All in all, my mall experience was pretty good today. I got a jacket (that I'll probably return) and some shoes (come to think of it, I may return those, too) and some great accessories (I'm keeping all of those!) so I might have to go back to the mall in a few days...I'm just going to go at 11 a.m. on a Tuesday.

Mall Cheers: Lens Crafters (made an eye appointment - very easy, no wait), The Limited (helpful associates who know their merchandise), Macy's Shoe Department (fast service)

Mall Jeers: The Parking Lot (not really sure what can be done about that), Ann Taylor (no greeting/service), Macy's Clothing Section (very loud music...they had some kind of "event" going on, but I couldn't think with all that noise...hence the jacket I'm going to return!)