There are certainly places I can really see where the state of the economy is affecting folks. I've not taken a huge hit, personally. I’m only supporting a couple of people, and I make a pretty decent wage, so I haven't had to make any truly dramatic changes in my lifestyle.
But ... when I go out for coffee or to lunch or dinner, I see far fewer people doing the same than this time last year. I know that's an easy way to save money when times get tight. It definitely is less expensive to fix food at home!
Another place I notice the difference is when I go to my favorite nail salon (Village Nails). I'm a "walk-in" person, and the only time I’ll make an appointment is if I'm trying to get squeezed in right after work. Used to be, the place was nearly full, there were three or four technicians working, and I always had to wait. The last several times I've been in, there might be one other customer the entire time I'm there, and often the owner is the only person working.
Today, there was a gentleman getting a pedicure when I got there, but the rest of the time – however long a pedicure and getting some facial waxing takes – I was the only customer there. At least an hour, maybe longer.
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