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I'm a TJ Junkie!

By Melinda (Mel) Peterson

Real Estate Broker/Owner with Grants Pass, OR 199909023

March 12, 2013 10:16 AM

I'm a TJ Junkie! Four years ago, I wrote a post about the need for a Trader Joe's in Southern Oregon. I highlighted the Facebook Fan Page and I even contacted their Corporate office to tell them... 'If You Build It, They Will Come!'

Trader Joe's responded by saying that Southern Oregon simply didn't have the population or demographics to warrant a store. Oh yeah?! Well that didn't stop me and thousands of my fellow Southern Oregonians from hounding Trader Joe's. And, guess what... it worked!

Last fall, Trader Joe's opened a store at 55 Court Street in Medford, Oregon just off Exit 30 on Interstate 5. It's a spacious store with excellent parking (something that lacks at many Southern California locations). I'm in seventh heaven these days... (it doesn't take much). I especially love the TJ nut aisle... so much variety! Okay... go ahead... call me nutty... I can take it!

Seriously... I'm stoked about Trader Joes and their excellent selection of organic foods at a ridiculously reasonable price. Not to mention, the free samples of yummy goodness they share every day. I confess... I'm turning into a TJ junkie... and all I wanna do is kick back, enjoy a cup of Joe and chill at TJ's ;-)

I'm a TJ Junkie! ~ Mel Peterson

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Kathy Streib

Cypress, TX

Home Stager/Redesign

Mel-- I was introduced to Trader Joe's when we lived in Leesburg, VA. Unfortunately, we don't have one here... yet.

Mar 12, 2013 10:28 AM

Jean Hanley

Coldwell Banker Kivett Teeters - Hemet, CA

Specializing in Folks Who Want To Buy/Sell Homes

Wow Melinda, thanks for the idea. My husband and I love Trader Joes, but the nearest one is 30 miles away, and a pain in the you know what to get to. Rumor has it they are putting one in our city, but TJs denies it. I buy two buck chuck by the cases, of course, it recently went to $2.49, so I guess that would be called "up chuck".....lol

Mar 12, 2013 10:31 AM

Bill Reddington

Re/max By The Sea - Destin, FL

Destin Florida Real Estate

Love that store. Used to a couple of block from one when I lived in Southern California. Maybe someday in Destin!

Mar 12, 2013 10:54 AM

Tammy Lankford,

Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA

Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

That's how I felt when Kroger showed up at my Lake so I totally get it. The closest TJ's is in Athens where my daughter went to college a little over an hour away.

Mar 12, 2013 10:57 AM

Sharon Lee

Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN

Retired and loving life

Mel-We don't have those around here but I have heard nothing but rave reviews about the place. Looks like a healthy fridge compartment

Mar 12, 2013 11:23 AM

Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX

NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Hi Mel,

We are finally scheudeled to get on in Austin....it is about time!!!!

Mar 12, 2013 12:18 PM

Scott Nowling

Prudential Starck - Saint Charles, IL

Prudential Starck

Was it the $2 buck Chuck that first drew you into the store? I have one around the corner and sincerely haven't ever been in. You may have me there....

Mar 12, 2013 12:27 PM

Florida Tolbert Team Keller Williams Advantage

Keller Williams Advantage III Realty in Lake Nona - Orlando, FL

Keller Williams Land Luxury Division Specialist

Looks like a very cool and fun place to shop. Hope you enjoy your new store.

Mar 12, 2013 01:16 PM

Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA

Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Mel,

We are there so often, and you are right about their organix stuff, when I run out...love their fruit and veggies, and great selection of cheese. And recently, they have brought in some great wines. A

Mar 12, 2013 03:03 PM

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