Yesterday Marilyn took the two kids “yard-sailing”, furthering their education in bargaining and shopping……… in that order. Marilyn is a world-class bargainer; she would happily buy something that she has no idea what it is, or what it is for, as long as she won the contest. She could out-perform any Arab trader in a Turkish bazaar, she’s that good. When I am present at these contests, I pretend that we are total strangers. I’ve been known to meet her at the corner to avoid being seen getting in... Sign in to see full entry.