Carmen H.

I, myself, have been writing reviews for Yelp for years - as I have done for Trip Advisor
( I do find that a better site, especially for international travel). When I write a revriew, I try to be objective and unbiased. Sadly, I don't think all reviewers are created equal. I will often try a place, in spite of a negative review so I can form my own opinion. Of course, if there are a series of negative reviews, that's a different story.

I have ordered from Amazon since its inception, usually on a monthly basis. Knock on wood but, to date, I've never had a complaint. At first, I only shopped for books, now I check with them first for anything I order. I am amazed that their prices are usually as good as, or better than, the competition. I even have a link to their site on my blog. I was really excited when I published my first poetry book, at the age of 65 - which is available on Amazon!

Products I order arrive quickly, even from member suppliers. I' have never had to return anything. Amazon is my number one source for reasonably priced audiobooks. I can't drive a block without one playing!

Trader Joe's is a favorite in the San Francisco area. I don't buy much there - prices are not all that reasonable for many items ( produce) but they carry things I MUST have... arugula, stevia, and an incredible international selection of wines which are priced for all budgets. To be truthful, they also carry some extremely tempting items that I can never resist.

Staff are very helpful and, the store I frequent is next to the Costco in South San Francisco, so I get ALL my shopping done in one trip.