Fellow shopper tells of trials and tribulations

The following was sent to me by a friend who is also a longtime Costco shopper and has developed somewhat of a love/hate relationship with my favorite store. He does bring up one of my pet peeves -- not knowing where to find things, especially when they move them. On the other hand, this is one of the charms of Costco. Each visit is a new adventure and chance to discover new stuff. And, yes, one of the purposes of this blog is to allow for a little venting.

We joined Costco when we lived in Oregon. Wasn't the first Portland
Costco in Parkrose area...it's still there isn't it?

Hesitation I have about Costco is trying NOT to buy too many things or
buying things I really don't need.

One of the gripes I have about Costco is lack of signage. I've been
into one or two Sam's Clubs over the years. One thing I recall is that
there were signs telling you the location of stuff. How many times
have you gone to Costco and to the place/area where you "know"
something is located, only to find out it's there no longer.

Oh, how about items, let's say white socks made by Champion, that you
like and they are carried for quite a while. Then, presto, they are
gone. Or uncoated Costco-brand (Kirkland) aspirin. There today and tomorrow you
can only find Costco coated aspiring. Argh.

Then, there are changes in policy. I think originally you
had to buy bagged ice at one of the main check stands. Then, I think
you could buy it at one of the main check stands or at the food court
(whatever the place is called where you can buy hot dogs, pizza etc.).
And, now, I don't think you can buy ice at the food court any more.
And, speaking of the food court. Now, it/they only take cash or
checks, but not Costco's own cash cards. But, previously it/they did
take Costco cash cards.

Wow . . . what a relief to gripe about my gripes! :)

On our next trip to town, I need to go to the Costco and return those Dockers slacks and buy toothpaste!