I searched all of Louisville* for a body pillow and I wound up at HomeGoods. That's neither here nor there; it's just a statement. Actually, I guess it's 'here.' The pillow was a hit and the price was right.
I had every intention of buying this comfy, large, awesomely-on-the-nose present from a local purveyor, but I couldn't find one that sold one. Either the pillow was too flat, too short or not even really a pillow. Or, they sold out of them in the summer. After going from pillar to post, I opened my mouth and asked the question to the ladies working at the last store I visited: 'Why is it so hard to find a body pillow [like this]?' One of the workers, after pointing me to a few examples in her store said, 'I probably shouldn't be saying this but... go to HomeGoods. There are plenty of what you're looking for there.' I felt as though I had stumbled upon the bedding version of the Da Vinci Code. I took my knowledge and left before we were seen/overheard by others.
Sure enough, I arrived at HomeGoods and, in the middle of the store, was an abundance of body pillows of all sizes, shapes, colors, and brands. From the seasonal to the high-end, I had my pick of what I was looking for. I am all about shopping local and patronizing the hometown store but sometimes the big brand has what you need. After picking out the perfect present, I took some time to walk around the store (my first time in one). I was pretty happy with what I saw. I am not often in the market for a HomeGoods-type purchase but the next time I am, I can see myself heading to one again. Or, maybe just this one. This store was nicely laid out and full of merchandise. I don't know if this is typical of the brand or not. In any case, nice first impression, HG!
*A few stores in different neighborhoods. read more