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I'm not much of a shopper these recent compared to ages ago. I think getting older has something to do with it, lol! But yes, I used to shop online way back and even when I went overseas. The reason was that online shops are always open (are they?) and I can buy things no matter where I was and even I had my curlers on, haha! I mean, it was just convenient, time-saver and fun too.
There was an online shop I loved (sadly, it shifted its business now) where I collected quality kitchen stuff from their countdown sales. Then came Lazada where most of my gift purchases took place around May 2013. I had my very first purchase of a mobile phone as a present to my niece who was graduating in 6th grade then. That was followed by many others.
Here are some toys, gadgets and others bought online and were sent as presents to my (and the husband's) nephews and nieces, some cooking wares for my sister as well. I realized I was very generous before, haha!
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I was astounded to find that I bought 6 mobile phones and a tablet from a single shop (Xiaomi MP) in 2013 alone. But the quality of the phone was good that I was confident to gift them, one to my brother which he used for a long time until it dropped from his pocket and his car ran over it, lol!
Others bought for personal use. This was for the husband who was so conscious of his balding forehead so he got me order an overseas product that he wanted to try out. Unfortunately, there was no visible effect. Blame his genes, lol!
Some stuff for the cow car... Most recent online buy (mini-vacuum and car washer)
Some gardening things...
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I can say that I had not had any problems or disappointments with my online buys. I always check and buy from good-rated sellers, read those that had many reviews over a period of time so I guess that helped. I always go for the "Cash on Delivery" option although there were times when I paid immediately on check out but I must have been lucky to have not experienced anything bad.
My orders usually arrived within the specified period and the items were what I expected them to be. If there were any delays, the sellers were kind enough to inform me so I won't feel agitated.
It was just one time in 2020 where the courier requested me to pick up one of my orders from their city branch instead of delivering them to our address. The restrictions between borders were stiff at that time but we were glad the officers allowed us through.
So yeah, this is my participation to one of this week's LOH writing prompt questions by @irenenavarroart re:
With the arrival of the global pandemic, online commerce has grown into something routine. Do you like shopping online? Have you had a bad purchase, the product you ordered did not arrive on time, or was not what was expected? Tell us about your experience or if you still don't buy online, tell us the reason.
@eylz619 you might wanna participate in this prompt, hehe.
Thank you and until then, keep safe!
All photos were screen captured from my own account dashboard via Lazada shopping app. No copyright infringement intended. 280422/10:57PH
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Shopping online is so convenient, no stress involved it even get delivered to your doorstep.
I prefer shopping online too.
That is true Johnsen, glad you like it too.
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Nice shopping
Thank you :) I hope you are doing great today?
I do not really like shopping online because I fear I might get a wrong item. Speaking from experience though, I have never been lucky.
I understand, some are really not lucky. I also read some news of someone buying a laptop and when it arrived, the box only contained papers and stuff. Bad experiences really make us fearful.
thanks for the tag sis! and looks like I'll do this topic too hahaha
You are very welcome and yes, you sure can😍
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Maybe I should keep in mind the hair grower thing lol! My receding hairline is becoming more noticeable lol!
Hahaha, if it's in your genes, don't bother, lol! I still remember the husband's face when he finished the contents of the bottle and have not seen any sign of growth, haha.
Lol! I think he needs to find the right kind of product that works for him.
Yes, but I think he has accepted it, lol!
Ah haha! Well and good then :D
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you are a good shopper by reading customer reviews, also generous with gifts to your family 😁 Thanks for sharing
Thank you❤ We can never be too careful especially online😁 and I was surprised too, I guess I was bribing them, lol!
I love how you take measures to prevent you from getting scammed. Like checking for reviews and the payment on delivery option.
Haha I noticed from this contest almost every lady loves online shopping. I mean who wouldn’t love convenience right? 😅
Thank you and yes, we cannot be complacent online, need to be extra careful hehe.
Oh, you are definitely right. Most of us like the convenience. I don't shop online often these days, unless it's absolutely necessary.
I understand. Thanks for sharing and goodluck on the contest!
Thank you too and have a wonderful day💗
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Shopping online becomes more and more easier. We do it all the time.
It is indeed! It takes out the hassle of having to travel and all to buy some things.
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Yes, especially if you live in an area where nothing is close by.
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True, or even if there's some place close but you are busy with other things and don't feel like going out, hehe
Yes, that is also one biggggg reason hahaha
I shop online but not very often. Here it is common to buy technology and other items from Amazon in the US and have them delivered with a door-to-door service because everything is more expensive here. And I always check the reputation, so I don't have a problem.
But what I do use a lot is food delivery services. And lately, I shop online at the pharmacy for my father-in-law who lives in another city.
But you're right that with age, the desire to buy things diminishes, LOL
It is nice that buying globally became easy as years pass by. It's good that you can send your father-in-law's meds too. That eases the burden of having to go to the post office and send them yourself hehe.
Haha, true that sis!
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I must admit now that I am an online shopaholic, much easier than physical shopping and was a godsend during Covid lockdowns!
It is indeed an easy option we have today, Tito Ed. Good morning to you
Very true CJ and happy Saturday morning when you wake!
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I get far to used to shopping online. there are times that I run my credit card too hot.
Such shopping apps are a threat to my frugal style and savings plan.
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Hahaha, gotta exercise control in that case.