It's always "fun" trying to shop ethically. I'm remembering why I used to get ground down, give up, hold my nose, and go to WalMart, considering most of the other affordable options in the area have closed since their arrival. Trying not to do that again.

For the past year, though, things seemed so much simpler. Last July, a Target opened up right across the road from our WalMart. Since then, I've made it a point to shop there instead.

Then they decided to donate a large chunk of cash to MN Forward. Also? Not apparently all that new for them.

The fun part is figuring out where *to* shop. ( Cut for rambling babble about local shopping options. )

Why even post this babble? I'm not sure. Any insights anyone else wants to share on the companies mentioned would be welcome, of course. Mostly it's just me "thinking out loud," I guess.