Grocery shopping experience

I just came back from going to el Corte Ingles, a huge super market that is also a department store here in Spain. Everything you could possibly think of needing, you will find it here. I felt so out of place going to the market. Not only because I don't look like a common Spanish citizen but because I had no idea where things were. The selection of items were quite small compared to American super markets. Aisles were tiny and shelves were short.
No lie--I miss Walmart with their unbeatable prices and friendly staff. Not one single person smiled at me while I was shopping. It is very uncommon for Spanish people to smile at you. I am so used to walking down the street and have people smile and give a greeting. The staff was also not very helpful. I was far too intimidated to approach them when I caught a rare glimpse of them roaming around the store. The cashier didn't smile and after she rang up my items she handed me two plastic bags. They don't bag your items for you. How preposterous! hah
I wanted to take pictures of the supermarket inside but I was afraid of being judged. Maybe next time... if i muster enough courageous. Also, apparently for Spain these prices are typical, but I thought they were a little pricey. Perhaps I am so used to being able to buy my shampoo and body wash in large amounts and pay a couple bucks. For the same amount I pay for shampoo in the States, I got half the size.You are better off buying generic or off-brands if you want to save money. Another observation is that Spanish are NOT big on their deodorants. Este no es bueno para mi. Um, can you say gross? I first realized the Spanish were not avid deodorant users when I went to a discoteca last Friday. Need I say more? ughh and while trying to buy some more deodorant today, I had the hardest time. Their selection is absolute crap and the dispensers are tiny tiny. I like my deodorant and body wash and every personal-hygiene product to be in massive amounts. Anyways, it was really nice out so I enjoyed getting out the house and having some independence. I kinda miss being able to control everything I use and eat and do.

I found Nutella!! I have been craving it so much lately. I think this may have been the only product that was cheaper here than the States. It is a bigger size than the one they normally sell and in a glass container rather than plastic. I paid about 2,39 Euros. I'm not sure about the conversion into dollars but I think it's cheaper.

Anyways, good eating and shopping to you all! <3