SRP Facebook Friends Sound Off on HomeGoods Grand Opening

It was a hectic scene in the Bishop Ranch shopping center Sunday with the opening of HomeGoods, where .

On San Ramon Patch's Facebook page, a number of readers told us what it was like being in the trenches on opening day.

This is what some people said on Facebook:

Christy Wisnewski — I went, but there was no way I was going to wait in the line that wrapped around the store for a few items. I'll go back when the crowds have died down.

Denise Sprague Sanborn — Went and loved it. Knew it was going to be crazy. Got through the line in 35 minutes. Can't wait to go back when there are NO lines.

Timberly Lazenby Enders — Just needed 4 things at WF! What a nightmare!
I saw adults fighting over parking spots like 3-year-old children. Shameful.

Amanda Flasck — I went-- found a great deal, and even though the line was loooong, it moved quickly. Everyone was polite in the store despite the crowds. Did not have trouble parking, even! So glad I went and braved the crowds.

Scott Gerbert — I dropped my crew off at the door...as finding parking was crazy! I finally found a spot and had to text my family just to find them in the sea of humanity filling the store. Enjoyed the people watching in the store as much as the actual items that were for sale. We did not go to buy anything, just experience the grand opening...and I'm glad that was our intent. The line was moving, but the person holding the balloons at the end of the check-out line was standing near the back wall. We will go back...but not today.

Becky Rodriguez — Went with a friend knowing that it would be crazy. Couldn't get through all the aisles with my cart. But I bought several items at good prices and the line moved quickly. Glad I went.

(If you went, tell us your experience in the comments section of this article).