I have been coming to Emmaus Tegelen from day one....

I have been coming to Emmaus Tegelen from day one. I remember well that after the opening, the newspaper said that Emmaus had made thousands of euros in the first week from the massive influx. In those early days, it was even necessary to have several cash registers in both departments, it was that busy. And now? The 2 volunteers at the only counter are hanging around bored. Every now and then someone comes to pay. I myself visit more often, but almost never buy anything again, unlike in the past. That has everything to do with the pricing policy. Emmaus thinks it has become a classy antique shop and has raised prices accordingly. As a connoisseur I dare to say that the prices are as expensive as in the antique shop and certainly a lot higher than on the internet. Isn't Emmaus completely wrong here? They get everything for nothing and free, right? Then why sell so expensive? There are now racks full of unsaleable expensive items, some items have even been there for years. Jan met de Pet walks past this, shaking his head, looking in vain for the bargains. I know that several people have already indicated this to the management, including volunteers. But nothing changes. They adhere to this nonsensical policy. For that reason, I don't bring any more stuff and give it away to other charities. Hopefully they will soon repent and bring back the success of the early year.