I LOVE Costco

There. I said it. I realize that devoting an entire blog posting to my newfound love for a 'club' store in and of itself makes me 'uncool.' Old, even. But, my love for Costco is so great that I would scream it from the rooftops. It was with giddy enthusiasm that I called my mom during my first trip to rave about my new love, just as I had called her after my first date with my now-husband to tell her that I was going to marry that man!
No, I do not purchase industrial size jars of mayonnaise or 10 gallon tubs of laundry detergent. In fact, the only bulk item I regularly purchase is organic milk.
So, what, you ask, is so wonderful about my new love? EVERYTHING, of course! But, I'm happy to provide specifics... As for food, I pick up the freshest, tastiest organic produce, and 3 pound rotisserie chickens that melt in your mouth... double the flavor and half the cost of a Whole Foods chicken!
The book selection is wonderful and offers new release, hard cover books at 1/3 the bookstore price. There is also a wide selection of unique cookbooks which are always fun.
I came across my Flip! video camera at Costco and then went on to "gift it" to two other folks as well. Not only did I purchase our new Lorex video monitor for bambino watching, but I was able to purchase two cameras for the same price other other stores are selling the device with only one! I love being able to see both girlies on the screen, AND the 'talk back' feature is killer.
Santa spent some time at Costco, as well, and found a giant Mister Potato Head which is stuffed with lots of smaller Mister Potato Heads. This was a Christmas morning favorite for sure and is still played with on a daily basis.
Oh, Costco!, though it wasn't love at first sight, you have reminded me that it's truly what's inside that counts. Who knew that behind your plain (even ugly!) exterior would lie gorgeous fresh cut flowers and even nice bottles of wine? I love you, Costo, and I'm not afraid to tell the world!