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April 08, 2005
This Is What It Has Come To
Sure, being single can be frustrating, but has it really come to this?
Apparently, the dating scene has gotten so rough, Wal-Mart has now entered the scene.
On Friday nights, singles looking for romance, mindless flirting or just a new friend head over to their neighborhood Wal-Mart where they're given a big bright red bow to attach to their shopping cart or shopping basket.Then it's up to the willing participants to approach one another and take it from there.
But if that's too intimidating, Wal-Mart has set up "flirting points" around the stores stacked with "romantic" merchandise, such as chocolates, wine and cheese, to help with that first awkward step.
Now, when I think about it, I have to admit that the strategy is pure genius. Moreover, I would probably wait in line to participate if, say, it was sponsored by Whole Foods, or Dean and Deluca. But I just can't bring myself to endorse a Wal-Mart version of the awkward "singles night" spectacle.
I think it's the uncomfortable thought that I might run into a potential date while standing next to a selection of granny-style bras. Or that I might meander past the guy of my dreams as he stocks up on his favorite brand of ammo.
No, I'd rather risk the perils of internet dating, thank you very much.
