When it comes to shopping, your usual m. O. Is this: decide exactly what you want; get yourself to the exact location where said item will undoubtedly be found, using a 'point a to point b' strategy; then lay hands on the item(s); and bring said items to the nearest available cash register, with both plastic and cash in hand, just in case. Make your escape and don't forget to lay out the battle plan for anyone who's along for the 'trip. '