stay up there- we need everyone to support their local family owned businesses. I'm a sole proprietor- I feel the same way about my fellow small business owners. I always support them as much as I can.
Yes, sometimes the squeeze is on the save a buck here or there, but the customer service and knowledge are so much more in a "mom and pop" place. I love going to the lqs and talking to the girls and getting help with my indecision- colors, patterns- they always give me great ideas.