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On 2/5/2015 5:20 PM, sf wrote:
> On Thu, 05 Feb 2015 02:30:23 -0500, "Jean B." > wrote:
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>> That's one reason why I also don't like the idea of using one
>> of the delivery systems. I want to assess ripeness for example.

>
> I have the same misgivings about ordering produce. However, I was in
> one of my stores and saw someone doing the "shopping" - he really took
> his time and picked out the best produce. I was happy to see it, but
> also wondered how often that happens. One guy in one store, one time
> does not make a trend.
>

A couple of years ago there was a push by some folks where I live to
have groceries delivered by Piggly Wiggly. My main concern was how they
would do the picking and choosing. I feared they would simply throw old
produce in a box in order to get rid of it. (No, the idea didn't go
over well.)

Jill