An Ode to Local Shopping From BookBar

Denver, Colorado’s BookBar has penned a poem celebrating the joys of shopping at local, independent shops this holiday season.

BookBar’s Ode to Local Shopping

’Twas the day before Christmas Eve, when all through the town
Not a shopper was resting as the days counted down
A few items to go on each of their lists
they kept tightly gripped in their sweaty, clutched fists

Malls and big box stores were crammed with the stressed
Cars circled lots to find spots, not even the best
Store clerks were busy and stressed out too
aisles were stacked and packed; it felt like a zoo

I drove away from the hustle and bustle
away from the chains and the threat of a tussle 
went straight to my friendly and locally owned shops
where stores were still run by the moms and the pops

I was greeted with warmth and genuine smiles
For this, I gladly would have walked miles
Everyone knew exactly what they sold
and suggested perfect gifts for the young and the old

I went home happy and my shopping was done
Not only that, but it was actually fun! 
Never again will I brave angry crowds for a reason:
Independently owned holds the promise of a most joyous season