Meijers (regional grocery chain) has five types of shopping carts. First there is the traditional cart. It is big, holds a lot of grocery items and has seating for one. That style has been around for as long as I can remember. It is what I call the sedan of the shopping carts.

Recently, they have introduced a little sporty number. It is about as half as big as the sedan but it handles quite well and is quick to maneuver. At first, I didn’t think that I would like it, but once I took it out for a spin, I fell in love with it. Now, it is the cart of choice unless I have to purchase a lot of groceries.

Then there is what I call the club cab. It is a sedan style cart with an attachment on the back for additional seating capacity. And, like the club cabs, the longer wheel base makes it harder to maneuver. But, if you need seating for three, it is the cart of choice.

After the club cab, came the hybrid. These quiet, low emission electric carts are the green offering. Unfortunately, there is not much room for groceries. But then, most of the people who use these carts are grossly obese so they could probably get by with less food.

Finally, there is the kiddy cart. These carts look more like a toy than a shopping cart. They are made of bright colored plastic with an enclosed seating area. The doors open and close just like a toy car and even comes equipped with steering wheel and a flat screen TV. And, besides being bulky, they don’t hold many groceries. But they are perfect for the grandmothers of the world to entertain their grandchildren.

America, the land of plenty.