Post by arehopsveggies on Mar 27, 2020 19:47:06 GMT -5
I have developed an allergy to most brands of tp. I have not ever seen the unbleached stuff I can use in my tiny rural town. Thankfully my amazon order came in right before the craziness started. I told DH that while I’m not going to actively go look for tp, if either of us happen to see some at our rare trips to the store I want some for him to use to conserve the stuff I can use. I’ll use cloth before I use charmin.
How about hand sanitizer? I'm almost out and can't find it anywhere.
Do you have any local, family-run pharmacies or drugstores in your town? Our small, local pharmacy announced they were approved to make and sell hand sanitizer over the counter and have some ready to sell. Even if they aren’t making it themselves, maybe a local drugstore would have some if people haven’t thought of going there?
CloudBee, you need an @ tag please on your first post on pg 2.
But although I agree that households are using more now, the shortages (at least here) also started well before that would have kicked in. This absolutely is exacerbated by hoarding. And now it is a spiral because when people see it they feel they need to buy it even if they aren't low yet because they don't know when it will be available again.
Post by RitzyHeifer on Mar 28, 2020 7:34:58 GMT -5
I’m really not sure what I’m going to do. Work is so busy that I can’t constantly check amazon or elsewhere online during the week. I guess that’s my weekend plan for now.
I’m immunocompromised and my oncologist said not to go in stores even during their special hours so I can’t just hit every store in town looking for tp. I’m the only driver in my house and the places that are walkable for us have been out of stock for weeks. None of the curbside pick up or delivery places will let you order tp right now.
I’m really not sure what I’m going to do. Work is so busy that I can’t constantly check amazon or elsewhere online during the week. I guess that’s my weekend plan for now.
I’m immunocompromised and my oncologist said not to go in stores even during their special hours so I can’t just hit every store in town looking for tp. I’m the only driver in my house and the places that are walkable for us have been out of stock for weeks. None of the curbside pick up or delivery places will let you order tp right now.
Do you have any colleagues or friends who could keep an eye out for you when they go shopping?
I’m really not sure what I’m going to do. Work is so busy that I can’t constantly check amazon or elsewhere online during the week. I guess that’s my weekend plan for now.
I’m immunocompromised and my oncologist said not to go in stores even during their special hours so I can’t just hit every store in town looking for tp. I’m the only driver in my house and the places that are walkable for us have been out of stock for weeks. None of the curbside pick up or delivery places will let you order tp right now.
Do you have any colleagues or friends who could keep an eye out for you when they go shopping?
The people shopping for us have been trying, but I probably need to expand my network.
We have about 3 days worth so I’m not desperate, but I’m kicking myself for only picking up one pack the last time I could get some. I was trying to be the change I want to see and not overbuy at the time.
Do you have any colleagues or friends who could keep an eye out for you when they go shopping?
The people shopping for us have been trying, but I probably need to expand my network.
We have about 3 days worth so I’m not desperate, but I’m kicking myself for only picking up one pack the last time I could get some. I was trying to be the change I want to see and not overbuy at the time.
The people shopping for us have been trying, but I probably need to expand my network.
We have about 3 days worth so I’m not desperate, but I’m kicking myself for only picking up one pack the last time I could get some. I was trying to be the change I want to see and not overbuy at the time.
If you want to PM me your address, I can order you some the next time I see it, then you can just Venmo me the money?
ETA: I know I’m an internet stranger, but I swear I’m not creepy, just trying to help.
ETA 2: or you can set up an amazon wish list hiding your address and send me the link
You are so kind! Let me expand my local network first and see if I can get stocked up around here. Thank you for being willing to help!
Do you have any Facebook groups for your town or city? People here have been posting on ours when they are looking for things and are always offered the product by those who have some extra.
DH just kept refreshing on Amazon around 10:30 last night. It took about 15 minutes, but a 30 pack of angel soft finally became available. It’s expected to be here on Wednesday.
How about hand sanitizer? I'm almost out and can't find it anywhere.
As others have suggested, do you have local distilleries making it? We have several in our neighborhood. Also, I know some convenience stores here have them but are not keeping them on the shelves. You have to ask the cashier and they're only allowing one per person. So may be worth calling around to some stores near you?
Thanks everyone. We have a bunch of breweries around us, but no distilleries. I tried a few places this morning, but no luck. I did find some purell wipes in my car so I have a little more time before we are out. We did find out when the dollar store has their next delivery so we will try to go then.
Thanks everyone. We have a bunch of breweries around us, but no distilleries. I tried a few places this morning, but no luck. I did find some purell wipes in my car so I have a little more time before we are out. We did find out when the dollar store has their next delivery so we will try to go then.
DH just kept refreshing on Amazon around 10:30 last night. It took about 15 minutes, but a 30 pack of angel soft finally became available. It’s expected to be here on Wednesday.
I did that last night, but it never became available for my zip code.
DH just kept refreshing on Amazon around 10:30 last night. It took about 15 minutes, but a 30 pack of angel soft finally became available. It’s expected to be here on Wednesday.
I did that last night, but it never became available for my zip code.
If you want to drive to our place later I can leave a pack on our front steps.
How about hand sanitizer? I'm almost out and can't find it anywhere.
Do you have any local, family-run pharmacies or drugstores in your town? Our small, local pharmacy announced they were approved to make and sell hand sanitizer over the counter and have some ready to sell. Even if they aren’t making it themselves, maybe a local drugstore would have some if people haven’t thought of going there?
Yes, I found some at my local pharmacy. It wasn’t homemade. It was a small bottle, but I bought it. All I have are those little BBW ones and I was running out.
Post by klingklang77 on Mar 29, 2020 6:14:26 GMT -5
For toilet paper I watch people and see what they are carrying out of the supermarket. I have enough for my needs, but when I noticed I couldn’t find any for 2 weeks, I started keeping an eye out. I picked up a package this week.
What I can’t find is any disinfectant spray/wipes. Haven’t seen any in a month. I resorted to making my own with a YouTube video on homemade Clorox wipes. I’m pretty happy with the results, but it lessens my paper towel supply.
How about hand sanitizer? I'm almost out and can't find it anywhere.
Do you know anyone who works at the airport? My dh picked up 2 mini bottles for me on his last trip. I was surprised but they had a full shelf. I guess it makes sense since nobody is traveling right now. Our neighborhood Facebook page posted a picture of target yesterday with a full bin of the travel size (limit 1 per customer so hopefully nobody cleared them out!).
How about hand sanitizer? I'm almost out and can't find it anywhere.
Do you know anyone who works at the airport? My dh picked up 2 mini bottles for me on his last trip. I was surprised but they had a full shelf. I guess it makes sense since nobody is traveling right now. Our neighborhood Facebook page posted a picture of target yesterday with a full bin of the travel size (limit 1 per customer so hopefully nobody cleared them out!).
I tried two Targets yesterday. The website said it was in stock, but it wasn't. I ended up ordering some from an online organic store. I think they seem legit. If not, I will try the airport. That's a good idea. My city is small, so it wouldn't be difficult to drop in and see if they have any.
How about hand sanitizer? I'm almost out and can't find it anywhere.
Do you know anyone who works at the airport? My dh picked up 2 mini bottles for me on his last trip. I was surprised but they had a full shelf. I guess it makes sense since nobody is traveling right now. Our neighborhood Facebook page posted a picture of target yesterday with a full bin of the travel size (limit 1 per customer so hopefully nobody cleared them out!).
I was going to recommend the airport too, if at all feasible. About a week and a half ago my dad flew home and said all the airport stores were stocked with hand sanitizer. Because of course they are, ugh!
I got some at Walmart on Saturday about 9:30 in the morning. They had just put some out - only maybe 20 packages. I only took one, but guarded it in my cart through the store.