Escapism and Todays Economy

Now is about the time of year when we are all making sure we have those holiday campaigns lined up. You know the ones — the Halloween costumes, turkey fryers and stocking stuffers that some ad reps dread landing because they know they will only make a few quick bucks.

However, this year may be the year for these types of offers though. With the economy in its current dismal state, many people are looking for any way to forget about tumultuous gas prices, the plummeting stock market and seemingly never ending foreclosures. Experts are already noting what they are deeming the “Escapist” trend. Our first major holiday of the season, Halloween, is seeing an increase in sales