I wanted to believe the hype.

I ended up overstimulated and empty-handed.

I’ve heard about how great Costco is for (basically) my entire life.

Front entrance of a Costco store

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So I decided it was finally time to go to Costco.

But now that I’ve gone once, I can honestly say I’ll never go backhere’s why.

I took a big gulp and entered the maze.

I was very glad I chose to wear comfy sneakers that day.

I immediately realized my reusable canvas bags would serve little to no purpose at Costco.

(Looking at you, 18-ounce container of garlic powder.)

I now understand why you have to pay for a Costco membership it basically doubles as a gym membership.

Plus, there were some great deals here that I haven’t seen anywhere else.

I just don’t “get” Costco, and I really don’t think it gets me.

I darted out of there and never looked backI didn’t even make it through the frozen foods.