I remember from my first real job when I was 15 at a local Dairy Queen that customers always seemed to show up in waves. Ever been to a take out restaurant when you walked right up and placed your order and before you walked back out the door a long line had formed? (Whew, we got here just in time!” is usually my reply.)
Last night my SIL commented that she had gone by Target and the place was a wreck. Shelves were empty to a large degree and it was obvious that the “thundering horde” had paid a visit earlier in the day. But it was mostly empty while she was there.
Enjoy your good fortune, Daisey. Considering our sinking economy, crowds might be really thin next Christmas for a good reason.