A few select pics…

Contemplation...

Led to (Karen) Slaughter

And after the jump…some serious kettle corn action!

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Inspired by our many discussions about recent issues at Your DeKalb Farmer’s Market, Paula walks the walk and writes a detailed letter to management.

Here’s the text…

For as many years as I have lived in the Atlanta area, I have shopped almost weekly at Your DeKalb Farmers Market.  I  have loved the market for its selection, prices, and high quality, and I always tout it to out-of-town friends as one of the best things about living here.

Recently, however, a few issues have arisen that have drastically reduced my enthusiasm about the store.  The first issue is the store’s policy with regards to shopping bags that patrons bring from home. As I am sure you can appreciate, I try to bring reusable bags from home out of concern for the environment.  Until a few months ago, I never had a problem doing so.  In recent times, I have been approached by store employees telling me I must check my bags. The manner is which the policy is enforced leaves a great deal to be desired.  First of all, it  is inconsistently enforced; at various times I have been told it’s okay to carry my bags in my purse, or folded up in the basket seat, while at other times I have been informed the bags must be checked regardless.  I also do not appreciate the extremely aggressive manner in which employees often approach customers about the policy, acting almost as if they have already stolen something, or are on the verge of doing so.  Lastly, it is simply an inconvenience that I do not believe is warranted.

The second issue is of greater significance, and of bigger impact on the shopping experience. Read the rest of this entry »