The Dollar Store

The quality is not the best,
The choices not too many,
But it's the place to go to save
The so-called "pretty penny."

The aisles are filled with housewares,
Wrapping paper, cards and toys.
You'll find candy and cosmetics,
Socks and bibs for girls or boys.

Decorations for a party,
School supplies and bags of snacks;
There are sheets and towels and blankets,
Even underwear on racks.

I would hate to have to shop there,
Though so many people do.
Still, it's hard to pass one by without
A stop to see what's new.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016



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Date: 10/5/2016 9:44:00 AM
My Dollar Store is so close to my apartment complex it's only a very short walk for an occasional bargain – usually chips, peanuts and a ballpoint pen. Your description compares favorably to mine. Thanks for stopping by. / M
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Date: 10/4/2016 6:10:00 PM
Those types of stores are run by industrious Chinese people in my neighborhood. Sometimes you can get good things there! Enjoyable poem here! L'Shana Tovah Matthew Anish
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Date: 10/2/2016 6:48:00 PM
You can get some great bargains at these types of stores Ilene - great for anyone on a tight budget especially if they have children:-) hugs jan xx
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Date: 10/2/2016 3:17:00 PM
I go there all the time for cards and balloons. I even bought a pair of flip-flops.
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