Paying the Price

The Christmas tree now has butterflies. At a price!

Did a spur of the moment thing and decided to order the butterflies online as I spend very little time in the shops these days. I am quite happy at the farm and thorought enjoy the solitude of rural life.

When I was doing my one and only day of Christmas shopping on Tuesday, I noticed feather butterflies in House and Garden. I actually thought they looked a little 'cheap' as there was just a solitary wire that appeared to wrap around the tree branch.

You can imagine my surprise, and disappointment, therefore to find that I had ordered exactly the same thing online at four times the price.

I have made a definite decision to get back to ceramics and craft class as soon as possible in 2009. I can create my own butterflies knowing that I have many friends that would also appreciate them as gifts.

Below is a copy of the e-mail that I have sent off this morning. I think it tells the story.

Dear Carolyn

I am delighted to find a company that operates so efficiently.
My order arrived safely yesterday; I am thrilled to have so many butterflies adorning my Christmas tree.

I am writing to advise that one of my Jeweltone Glitter Butterflies (XATJ12A) arrived with a broken wing.
The items were very well packed so I am unsure exactly how this happened.

I was also disappointed to find that the Small Silver Glitter Butterflies for which I paid $18.50 are available in House and Garden. Normal price $4.95, currently reduced to $2.99.
I had no idea I was purchasing one and the same thing.

Although I applaud you, and appreciate the convenience of shopping online, I admit that I did order in haste and have paid the price.

Sincerely

Cheryl Radford