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'It's 85% cocoa!', I still want to shout after them

'It's 85% cocoa!', I still want to shout after them

The author shares their personal perspective on supermarket etiquette, expressing a strong preference for being left alone while shopping to avoid social interactions when they are not looking their best. They emphasize a desire for privacy and anonymity during routine errands as they have aged.

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