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CityViewNC.com | 61 system. She explained, "Stores started opening on anksgiving! It throws off my idea of Black Friday – the wait- ing in line on early in the morning, but I still make it work." e aspect of getting to know the community still stands strong and she has met some wonderful souls during her journeys in Fayetteville. "It's nice to continue this tradition I started at 16-years-old in a new place with new faces. "e people here are so nice and helpful!" It must be the Southern charm of this North Carolinia military town. Brianna has experienced random acts of kindness here in Fayetteville. "I saw a few people considering put- ting their items back, but once they saw someone struggling to find that one specific item, they gave it to them. Everyone was so happy and it was all smiles." e people of Fayetteville, just like many others across the U.S., believe in the values of the holidays – kindness, friendliness and helping others in need. "Next thing I know, there I was sprinting towards the biggest item to help make someone's day!" It's quite obvious that this spirit of giving is contagious. Brianna is a true super hero because she helps and gives to complete stran- gers by taking the time out of her day to make someone else smile. Her message is inspirational for those planning a Black Friday trip and one that can mo- tivate others to do the same good deeds. Listening to Brianna's story can change anyone's predisposition about Black Friday shopping. Black Friday should not be seen as a day to be greedy, but as an opportunity to spread holiday cheer and get to know your community. "e whole idea of Black Friday stems from the holidays, and ultimate- ly everyone's goal is to get Christmas gis to give to friends and families. e idea is to give a gi for someone else's joy. Being able to bring that joy to someone else is unbelievable. I loved the feeling of giving a family the last bike in the store because they were looking to gi it to their son for Christmas. Giving is the best feeling in the world, especially during the turn of holidays." CV Clinic 1234 (910) 864-1500 Open 7 Days: M-F 8am-10pm, Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 10am-6pm FAYETTEVILLE 2043 Skibo Rd #101 Fayetteville Pavilion Open 7 Days: M-F 8am-10pm, Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 10am-6pm FAYETTEVILLE 2043 Skibo Rd #101 Fayetteville Pavilion (910) 864-1500 910.868.1366 | 4011 Sycamore Dairy Road, Ste 102 | www.sweettoothshop.net Cupcakes for parties or purchase in a wide variety of flavors! Delectable cakes by expert bakers and custom order cakes are our specialty. Perfect for weddings, birthdays and your special occasion. One-Of-a-kinD Cakes fOr any OCCasiOn

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