Is Boxing Day Really Worth It?

Honestly, I'm getting really sick of all the hype around boxing day. I'm not denying that there can be great sales on this day, but it comes to a point where, are we buying this stuff cause we really need it, or are we buying it cause it's a great deal? Shout out to everyone who worked in retail today; I've been there and I feel your pain. Your hard work is truly admired.

So.
I attempted to go shopping at the mall today, to check out if the deals were really worth it, but honestly, I didn't get past the parking lot. It was insanity. You'd think the stores were just handing things out for free. You can defend it all you want, but you and I both know that at least half of these so called "sales" are really not even worth it, and those that are come with wild crowds and endless lines. And as much as I love a good deal, there is no way in hell that I'm going to swim through massive crowds and wait in line for 45 minutes just to save 40% on something I don't really need all that much anyway.

Finally, let's be honest, most stores (at least where I live anyway) carry on their boxing day sales for at least 3 days, so this mad dash to the stores at the crack of dawn on the 26th is so unnecessary.
Bottom line is, boxing day is ridiculous, and I'm going to be shopping online while you all brave the crowds. I encourage you to join me.

xo

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