Zingoz and the Chicken

The recession, if we are in one, must be nearing an end.  I just picked up the Zingoz and the chicken iterations of the fast-selling Webkinz plush toys for my two daughters, 7 and 9.  The new versions are in great demand — and prices remain fairly high at about $17 each.  There were literally hundreds of other models to choose from.  I’m not sure that means inventory is high due to slow sales or that the store wanted to ensure all selections were in stock.   I think it’s the latter given the numbers of kids with them in tow….yet another scientific proof point in my ongoing commentary on the economy.