On Sun, 10 Oct 2010 15:00:10 -0400, Dave Smith
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> I once went to an express checkout with more than the maximum items and
> the cashier put up a stink. There was no one in front of or behind me in
> line and the other registers has long lines. What if someone shows up
> with 8 items? If she stopped arguing I would have been done. I see no
> reason for me to stand in line at a regular checkout while the express
> cashier stands around filing her nails waiting for someone who is
> spending a lot less money than I was.

Has that store had a policy written in stone line that from the gitgo?
Stores around here try to get their customers in and out quickly. I
don't bully myself into an express line when I know I'm significantly
over the limit, but I don't make a point of counting every single item
either (especially when the store is quiet). if I'm over 15 they
don't turn me away and if the express lane is looking for business,
I've been called over. Around here, checkers stock shelves when they
aren't checking groceries and I think most of them would rather be
checking than stocking.

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