Triple Grande Carmel Brulee Latte, Please

I actually went to the mall on the Saturday before Christmas. I actually don't mind the crowds and lines as long as everybody is reasonably patient and normal. I'm a busy procrastinator too and I completely understand that there are a million people doing their last minute shopping. That's why I'm there too. Maybe you just need two more things or some stocking stuffers. Maybe you just started and you're doing a mad dash for everything in 48 hours. Whatever the case may be, if you're going to be a lazy procrastinator you have to at least be understanding.

Understand that parking will be difficult. Do not cut people off and steal their spot, they've been circling just as long as you have.

Understand that the lines will be long. You have to wait your turn.

Understand that this late in the game the store may be out of the size you need, it's not the sales associate's fault. She is making $8/hr and still smiling at you. Give her a break.

Understand that the stores will be a mess and you may not be able to find exactly what you're looking for. Do the best you can or move on. Do not stand there and complain about it. It will not make the item you want magically appear.

There is no point in being rude and obnoxious. Everyone is in a hurry, everyone has 8 other store to go to, everyone is just as stressed out as you are. take a deep breath and get over it.

If you just relax a little the Saturday before Christmas really isn't that bad. Just don't try to go to Starbucks. Those people are out of control.