My Report

Home Depot

By Jane Smart Shopper

This morning I had and unplanned visit to Home Depot (We pronpounce it Home Deee Pot). I was washing grapes and next thing I new I was ducking and wiping water out of my eyes. The spray nozzle broke off of the hose. And there is was in the bottom of the sink. Meanwhile, the water sprayed like a hydrant opened up onto a wildfire-except I was its target.

I regretfully peeled my pj's off and put on some acceptable clothing. I slicked back my hair into a non-showered ponytail and then did the same with the girls'crazy locks. Off we went...

Here is what I learned:

1.) I felt like I was IN the Orchard Supply Hardware Commercial (You know the one that talks about being in a Hardware Superstore with no one to help you?). I was looking for a person to answer my plumbing questions. I found a guy-who told me he "was just the paint guy" and I would have to walk to Customer Service to ask for a Plumbing Person. UGH. I then found a lady in the Flooring section who used her walky-talky to radio (see that paint guy...just that easy!) someone to help me. And then he appeared! I got answers, and products. Good to go!



2.) I then went off to the garden section to investigate non-toxic,
organic ways to eliminate Pill Bugs. I was searching for Diamacious earth which is what I read about online as a solution. The Garden Lady told me it was not a good option. She says while it is organic, it is very toxic. Apparently, the fibers get into the lungs og precious children and animals. She recommended instead using a 1/2 grapefruit scattered in the garden. It kills the Pills and the Snails. YAY! I will be shopping for bitter citrus soon enough. And LONG LIVE THE STRAWBERRIES!



3.) Even in my stanky unshowered state of being, I was still considered a MISS to some young workerbee. Either that or it is a standard line taught in customer service class.


4.) I bought 2 new planting pots. They were "dirt cheap" (hee hee couldn't resist!) at $3 each. They are terracycle pots. What a cool concept-made from 100% e-waste. I might have to go back and purchase more. Additionally-check out the website. They will pay you to collect and send them (free shipping) certain types of garbage. COOL!


In conclusion, I hope that my morning shopping trip has gleaned inklings of new knowledge for others based on reading my report. I like for others to learn through my experiences....so I share.