On Sat 19 Apr 2008 02:48:07p, Paul M. Cook told us...

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> "Wayne Boatwright" > wrote in message
> 3.184...
>> On Sat 19 Apr 2008 09:28:11a, Ms P told us...
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>>> They sent me a dry cat food sample today. It's close to the same kind
>>> I give her to keep the hairballs at bay.
>>>
>>> Ms P
>>
>> I use my real address for all my store cards, as well as my internet
>> address. Phone number is optional, and I don't give it. It's
>> definitely had its benefits from time to time.
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>
> I can assure you they keep those records. I know, I helped them do it.
> Now what they will do with that info I do not know but they most
> definitely keep a history of everything you buy and when and where too.
> It's hugely valuable information for advertisers who would pay a lot of
> money for it.

I don't really care if they do.

> I keep all my cards anonymous. You simply do not have to fill out the
> form to get the card. Just tell them you won't but you want the card
> anyway. They have to provide it.
>
> I've seen first hand the info they keep on people and it is pretty scary
> what they know about you.

:-) I have absolutely nothing to hide, especially my purchasing habits.

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Wayne Boatwright
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