Foot traffic at the mall does seem to be picking up as the weeks go by, but it’s much less crowded now than during the peak holiday season. Hoping more businesses can weather the prolonged COVID economic impact.

In any case, hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving!

I mean I didn’t even think twice. Autographed, bonus songs, different covers, and supposedly limited supply (even though there’s a limit of 4 CDs per order). I do like the Folklore album so perhaps Taylor’s music spoke to me during these COVID times. Or maybe, just maybe, I have a weak mind.

The escalators were also shut down, assumedly to save on operations, maintenance, and cleaning.

Hoping these closures of the small businesses are only temporary. But the real prize of this dreary visit is the patbingsu from Jejubing Dessert Cafe. Recently opened during the height of COVID breakouts on Oahu, the cafe is still open for takeout and is well worth the drive and eat in the car.

This is the green tea regular size, but I think I’ll stick with the tiramisu. Mango is good albeit a little sweet, and you can’t go wrong with the kinako bingsu.

Yup, I managed to get a pair of the KFC Crocs collab!

1. NPC International (Pizza Hut, Wendy’s)
2. Lucky Brand
3. Brooks Brothers
4. Sur La Table
5. Muji
6. RTW Retailwinds
7. Heritage Brands (Van Heusen, Izod Golf, Olga, Warner’s)
8. Tailored Brands (Men’s Wearhouse)
9. Ascena Retail Group (Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant)

I learned that the reflective version was very limited, but I didn’t consider that this non-reflective version would be difficult to get. And even though Adidas held a raffle, I thought winning one would be probable.

Should I be insulted not getting a pair?

Ice cream sales are up with more people at home but deodorant sales are down

Read the facts.

Some reviews:

• What I found at Palama Market: Brown sugar boba ice cream bars
• Is the Brown Sugar Boba Ice Cream Bar Worth the Hype?
• Brown sugar boba ice cream bars have been flying off shelves, but are they good? We put them to the test.

The hope is that this ten-year agreement can and will revive the traditional ins-tore shopping experience, bringing:

modern, elevated basics for men, women and kids at accessible price points

while reversing the recent closure of physical stores like this former Banana Republic in Ala Moana.

Now my only question is if my next Yeezy shoe will come from The Gap?

But after seeing this in Target going to a single customer, pool selling in the 808 must be a thing.

BTS, the internationally beloved Korean pop group sponsored by Samsung, tweeted a post from an iPhone, and the internet is losing it

Yes, this is important news.

Don’t recall how long they lasted, but lines were long for some time.

The inside of the Starbucks Reserve is like a mixed maze of graduation celebration.

But the saddest sight had to be this – the former location of Banana Republic.

For years, Banana Repeblic held that corner spot marking the near end of the mall before the Ewa Wing ever existed. More importantly, Banana served as the hidden pathway between the second and third levels using their wooden staircase.

Though costing $22 for 12 half-cookies, the cookies themselves are good sized and packed with flavor. Take a look at the vacuum-sealed sampler pack.

Now then, don’t be disappointed if you miss out buying your cookies. Just keep trying daily then finally enjoy!

There are a few more… 47 emails from customercare to be exact. But no, these are not individual orders with a status update. All these emails are for two orders, but I guess Footlocker Customer Care really wanted to keep me informed of the delays.

I feel the love, Footlocker!

The Apple Store is open, and there are several workers outside explaining how to get inside and also taking your temperature.