Warehouse Madness

Rumor has it that if you attend the CBD (Christian Book Distributers) warehouse sale, you could get thousands of dollars worth of books for pocket change. Of course we knew that it was worth a trip to Peabody, Mass. just for the experience. Though the doors opened at 7 AM, Holly and I casually strolled through the doors of the warehouse around 9, (hours after the best items were picked through). We were astonished at the insane atmosphere as people (mostly women) were pulling their roller suitcases and thrusting themselves into any available space to glance at the book selections. We were there for the spectacle...and to get some sweet deals.

My personal highlight was this moment when the Bible table was getting rather empty a couple of guys started bringing boxes containing the second wave of overstocked Bibles. I stood there, somewhat frozen, fascinated by the scene... It was entertaining and heart-breaking. I began to think of so many people who have never owned a Bible, perhaps living in a poverty-stricken country. All the while, we jump all over a table to get our 8th version of the same translation.

In spite of that scene, we'll be going back in November. So make your lists (http://www.christianbook.com) and tip us well. We may find a good deal for you too.