Few can resist their siren call, especially at certainly key times during the year - Easter, Christmas, Mother's Day, Back to School. Malls are clever. As a matter of fact they go beyond a main street by offering everything under one roof to protect the serious shopper from the elements. There is one great difference between malls and traditional main streets. Yes, free enterprise is alive and well in North America.
Malls have a right to exist.
People are free to shop where they want. Planning a trip to the mall can be a draining experience on the pocket book for those who cannot afford to let hard earned money bleed from their bank account. Don't be mauled by the mall. Never shop when you are angry because you are buying to get even. Never shop when you are sad because your better judgement is on hold while you work through your mood swing.