New Search lost your biz??

One of the problems that Ricardo has might be that he lives in NYC. (not putting it down, I am sure it is fun).. But prices are horribly high there and I am sure most merchants dont give a heck because there is always another customer walking threw the door.
Move to the country hun, we all care here no matter where you are from. We keep our prices low and strive to be considerate of everyone. If I dont have what you want in my real life store, I will pick up the phone and call everyone I know until I find it for you. Then wish you a happy day as you walk out my door with me spending hours helping you and not making a dime.

I have to ask...

Does anyone out there really think the general SL populace is using the new search? Every friend I've mentioned it to had forgotten about it and has never used it. Remember, once again, those of us in the forums are not speaking for the majority.

Why are sales down? Christmas? General economy? I don't know...but I am not convinced it has anything to do with the new search.

I am betting economy and everyone else is out shopping for who knows what... Some people are even starting to travel already...