Results: Toys Was Me

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Third in a series of places I've worked over the years. What with Christmas on the way, some might be looking into these as gifts. This is behind the scenes...
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Why? - I worked Kay-bee Toys and Toys R Us. One may wonder why the attraction to? Well, never really outgrew fascination with toys or shows / movies that inspired some. Do you find you still have a sense of childhood?
Yes
47%
803 votes
No
28%
482 votes
Undecided
24%
415 votes
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That "one" toy - there were times everyone was after a certain toy. (Cough, cough, Christmas). Problem was, we only got so many of. This got a bit insane and learned just put them out front and when gone, that's all, folks. No holds, rainchecks. Ever gone on a quest for that "one" toy?
Yes
34%
577 votes
No
46%
782 votes
Not Applicable
20%
341 votes
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Adult collectors - I've nothing against adults collecting toys, have done so myself. That said, pulling them off shelves, dumping in a cart and buying up all of a single one posed a problem. Got to the point we had to limit two per person. Have you ever bought multiples of something thinking you could sell off for more than worth?
Yes
17%
297 votes
No
61%
1034 votes
Not Applicable
22%
369 votes
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Costumed characters - Toys R Us I worked was selected for a remodel (lot of work). Had a "grand re-opening" I played a couple costumed characters, first time doing so. Ever done this as part of a job you worked?
Yes
12%
208 votes
No
65%
1111 votes
Not Applicable
22%
381 votes

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