I remember growing up we didn't have mega stores all over the place, late night and Sunday trading, etc. You had corner milk bars for the essentials and I certainly don't recall every second store having a 'sale' every other week. It seems like retail is out of control and we're hooked on spending. Perhaps we should be encouraging people back into jobs that directly support and benefit local communities. And I don't mean more UPS/Fedex/DHL drivers!
Now where's that tracking number...