A Cuban woman, known on TikTok as @solanssamper1998, recently shared her shopping experience at a Ross store in Hialeah, where she was on the hunt for her first Christmas tree in the United States. Despite being without holiday decorations for two years, she decided this year to go big with a large tree. However, the shopping trip proved to be far from the peaceful experience she had envisioned.
"I don't know if it's because I live in Hialeah or what, but you're shopping... and you haven't even finished picking up your three bags from the checkout, and they're already saying 'next,'" the Cuban woman recounted in her video. As she attempted to pack her items, the cashier was already calling up the next customer, leaving her little time to get organized. "Please, let me finish... I know you're in a hurry, but hey, let someone finish gathering their things," she pleaded.
Community Reactions and Shared Experiences
She asked her followers to comment if such situations happen only in Hialeah or elsewhere. Responses poured in with users sharing their own experiences and thoughts. "That happens in Tampa too," remarked one person, while another offered a tip to avoid the rush: "Yes, that's just Ross. It's happened to me, but I don't approach the checkout until the person in front has left so they have to wait for me."
Some comments also highlighted how @solanssamper1998 expressed her frustration. One user noted, "The way you tell the person next to you 'turn off the car,' shows you're impatient, take it easy, my dear, besides, it's Hialeah."
Viral Reactions Among Cuban Shoppers
The video has sparked numerous reactions among Cubans who, like her, have encountered similar situations in discount stores. The shared experiences underline a common challenge in bustling shopping environments, especially during the holiday season.