Even though I know that price is indirectly drug fueled (drug dealing gang banger buys bling shoes) it still amazes me in this economy.
I particularly remember on young woman who was at least 75 lbs overweight checking out at WalMart. Her hair was professionally coiffed (red hair extensions, woven tresses) and finger nails with individual designs on them. Jeans were tight tight tight but looked brand new - designer they were. Blouse was some sort of silk and jewelry to beat the band.
She pulled up a cart that had enough stuff in it for two carts. 6 pack drinks were straddled on the cart rim all the way round. Filled with steaks, meats, rib packs, expensive foods. I’ve never in my entire life filled up a cart like that.
Her bill rang up over $300. She whips out the Georgia Peach EBT card and swipes it gingerly through the swiper (had to watch the nails, yo). Slips the card in her back pocket (only thing that would fit there)
On the way to the parking lot, I see her unloading her booty into a brand new Pearl White Escalade with rims that must have been 2 grand apiece.
It doesn’t amaze me, you and me are paying for this crap. I stopped working in December and retired - I’m done giving most of what I earn to these people.