I recently underwent a procedure that required a “purge”. I was amazed at all the times I was asked by staff if I had done the purge. I got the distinct impression that not everyone follows the prep instructions. Why when preparing for a medical procedure would you not follow instructions?
She’s using the bookstore as a source of ideas to fulfill elsewhere. Thus leading to the demise of the bookstore. Back in the early 70s our town had a very good mom and pop audio store. They gave advice, would demo equipment for you, all around full service. Several years later a “budget” audio chain opened a store in the area. People would go to mom and pop for advice and then buy at budget (rumor had it budget sent them to get advice). Eventually mom and pop went out of business and budget couldn’t answer any customer “what do I need” questions. Then everybody was going around wondering why mom and pop went bust.
It’s gas!