There were lubes, washes, rubbers and wipes. I was amazed at the number of condoms that were available. As I was standing beholding the splendor, the music in the store changed to Bobby Womack's I'm Looking for A Love.
I would have uploaded that video as is but, alas, the copybots would have had the poem yanked quick fast and in a hurry.
So I had to think of other ways to convey this message of financial literacy. For the record, I am not saying don't buy 99¢ condoms. No, I am not. These are FDA regulated medical products. They are tested. There is a limit on the permitted fail rate.
But you might want to check the expiration date on the box. Or double up on them if buying a onesie is not in your immediate future.
The reason I stopped was because in most stores the condoms are locked up or visible in a distant glass case. You have to find someone to retrieve it for you. This could discourage a sale or two but I do understand retailers do not like to replenish stolen products.
The store had enough boxes for each person that wanted one. I got to hold a box and look it over; something I haven't been able to do before in pharmacies and department stores.
It was a moment.
PS - I really don't want to cast negativity toward the manufacture of the condoms. Broke folk need love and I fully support any glove that can be used to prevent STDs. Perhaps folks can do pre-testing before going full tactile?
Hah. The next time I see a display of these at our dollar store, I'm taking a video. And, I'll think of you. :-)
ReplyDeleteTis but one in a thousand stories that can be found in these types of stores. I think the more condom videos we do will make the world a safe place for sexual expression.
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