October 23, 2009

deprivation

I've pretty much given up looking for special Halloween products in the grocery aisles. I've accepted the fact that my local grocery stores do not stock special Halloween cereals. Or Halloween pop. Or Halloween cookies. It's been difficult. But I've learned to live with it.



But just when I think I'm over it, something happens to lure me back and give me renewed hope. And so it was when I spotted this advertisement on the back of a magazine. For Chapman's seasonal ice cream. Santa's Milk & Cookies. Holiday Twist. And . . . new this year . . . Praline Pumpkin Pie. My heart skipped a beat. This could be it. The turning point in my quest. My grocery store carries Chapman's ice cream. I've seen Christmas varieties in past years. It seemed only logical that they would carry the Halloween flavour as well. I grabbed the car keys and rushed out the door.

But I should have known better. There was plenty of Chapman's ice cream. I think they may have even been preparing an area for the Christmas flavours. But Praline Pumpkin Pie? Of course not. When will I learn?

7 comments:

magikalseasons said...

Oh I'm sorry to hear that! My post today is a virtual gift for you! :) Becca

halloween spirit said...

Thank you so much. I can't believe I'm missing out on Halloween Oreos too!! :(

Judith said...

poor baby! Keep looking for them, they may just be late getting them on the shelves!

thecadaver said...

I know and feel your pain.
I'm holding out for the 30th. They generally pull out some lame, half-hearted attempt at Halloween then.
Of course, it feels like Christmas because there's been nothing up till then. And by Christmas, I mean -insert holiday of choice that hasn't begun being stocked on shelves already-

halloween spirit said...

I'll probably do one last check of store shelves around the end of this week. But I've pretty much given up. Especially since many stores have already begun removing Halloween merchandise and setting up for Christmas!

Bridgett said...

Since they carry that particular brand, why not ask if they can order a case?

Most stores will special order if you just ask around. :)

)O(
boo

halloween spirit said...

Good idea, Bridgett - I'll have to keep that in mind for next year. Thanks :)