TommoBS3 Posted September 24, 2013 Report Share Posted September 24, 2013 Much improved performance by the missus, very efficient as I pushed the trolley round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoingUp Posted September 24, 2013 Report Share Posted September 24, 2013 Was it a game of two halves? What formation did you go for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Dazzler Posted September 24, 2013 Report Share Posted September 24, 2013 That's good to hear, performance level is far more important than picking up (clubcard) points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendip City Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 That's good to hear, performance level is far more important than picking up (clubcard) points. I understand her decision making is getting better, though a spot of dithering in the biscuit isle could have been costly... You'll have to deal with that. It's one of the few downsides of picking a young missus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superjack Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Can she be consistent though?... ... it's all very well making blinding decisions for one shop... ... but will you end up with basic tea-bags next time?... ...let's see how she does over the course of the shopping season before we all get carried away! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad Cyril Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 You watch some big shot doesnt come in for her in the January transfer window.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hippy273 Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 I hope she's a pacey customer, supermarket sweep sporting legend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 As a very experienced shopper myself can I stress how important it is to get formation and tactics right before the hectic Christmas/ New Year period. If you aren't spot on you will be left behind and disappoint many with what you manage to pick up. You may redeem yourself if you are lucky in the January sales, but remember nearly everybody else will be trying that too. Good luck, it's a battlefield out there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laner Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Would you suggest changing tactics for those tricky European games away to the likes of Aldi and Lidl? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BristolBEAT Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 TOMMO's Mrs OUT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirered Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Good choice of trolly is essential for a smooth , professional performance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatcham red Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Decision making is all important, crucially around finishing, so picking the right checkout queue is important Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Casual Connoisseur Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Just remember the thing with using the January sales as a means to bolster your collection isn't always the answer, in this environment you have to shop and it your cloth accordingly. It's easy to get carried away with buying a cheap Ralph Lauren polo shirt, but what if you are only buying it because you can't really afford that ma strum jacket you want, round holes with square pegs syndromes, just got the sake of buying something in the January sales. The mistake I've often made is to discard a flashy summer purchase that's very striking and flash but doesn't go with much, or is to much of a luxury, then realise that I really could of done with it as soon as I've got rid of it to someone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red white and red Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 I don't have anything to add... Apart from this thread is brilliant!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDoubleD Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 How did she cope with set pieces? Had you practiced dealing with the "Wet floor" sign after someone dropped a bottle of wine? Did you man mark or go zonal at the cheese and meat counter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whooooossshhhh Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Just remember, the Xmas and New Year period is approaching fast. Mrs Jacko and I have traditionally struggled with form at that time of year, so we're going to start stockpiling as of this weekend and hopefully get some points on the card.Although Mrs Jacko sometimes comes up with baffling selections on the weekly list, let's not forget that at this point in time, she's STILL the Gaffer. And I for one will be sticking with her for now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kermit the Frog Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Did you score? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welcome To The Jungle Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Have you stuck with the under 24 policy, unless she's a keeper (get it) then she may be in her late 20's? Remember tread carefully if she's only just come out the academy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 OTIB at it's nutty best. You make i laugh ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazred Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Is it a new relationship? You know how these transitional periods are, got to give her time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PFree Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Much improved performance by the missus, very efficient as I pushed the trolley round. I thought about jokes around the trolley being in a design transition and not mattering if it crashes etc but then reverted to a few related jokes just for fun! It’s funny you mention supermarkets... 'I went down the local supermarket, I said, "I want to make a complaint, this vinegar's got lumps in it", he said, "Those are pickled onions". I approached a very beautiful woman in the large supermarket and asked, "You know, I've lost my wife here in the supermarket. Can you talk to me for a couple of minutes?" "Why?" "Because every time I talk to a beautiful woman my wife appears out of nowhere." I was stealing things in the supermarket today while balanced on the shoulders of vampires. I was charged with shoplifting on three counts. Sorry, I’ll stop there - as we aren’t used to fun on this forum!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red-Robbo Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 I hope the supermarket staff realise the important role they play. Yesterday in Sainsburys I felt they were just waiting for me to slip up and forget something from my list. Overall I thought I shopped quite well, but I did get decaf instead of normal coffee and I failed to notice the 2-for-1 on digestives. Individual mistakes that cost me dear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aizoon Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Indeed. And it was most unfair of the staff to boo you out of the supermarket for just two mistakes. How will you ever gain the confidence you need with that lack of support? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommoBS3 Posted September 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Got nothing but positives to say, for 10 minutes we worked hard, we smashed 1 or 2 jars of pasta sauce but all in all I'm pleased. Transition, long term, still young, average age....etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedZepperin Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 I personally think that the performance was ruined by the OP's kids running into the fruit & veg section at the end of the shop and goading the other customers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LECW Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 For a change OTIB made me laugh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendip City Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 It's easy to say "go on get a big trolly and fill it with quality products" but we're on a budget - it's a basket full of value range for us. Eventually we'll get the right ingredients to make something palatable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Taylor is GOD Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 You obviously didn't get any city training kit - cos they still havn't got any!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 Would you suggest changing tactics for those tricky European games away to the likes of Aldi and Lidl?This is a good point. I find that these shops can produce a different problem each time, new items, "when it's gone it's gone" shelves etc. Not to mention those baskets of random items they stick in the middle of the store stocking everything from pins to elephants! How adaptable is she? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opeth67 Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 Injuries are another problem. Look out for the older ones - their trolley control is not good. A badly bruised ankle could keep you out for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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