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[BethAnne]

In a world with limited resources, it might be appropriate to review your perspective.

AMEN!

 

[Luce NDs]

It is difficult to change the hardliners on BS ... would be like stepping over the line on knowledge .... or jumping the broom into the source ... stuff falling in from out there!

Remember intelligence is dangerous ...

 

[BethAnne]

It is difficult to change the hardliners on BS ... would be like stepping over the line on knowledge .... or jumping the broom into the source ... stuff falling in from out there!

Remember intelligence is dangerous ...

I found that out big-time LAST week...still recovering

 

[Luce NDs]

I found that out big-time LAST week...still recovering

You just never know ... when we learn is a mystery! Better to be a mystery than expose oneself to tyrants! They believe the curious folks to be a joke! Thus intelligence is buried as gems and djinns in satyr ... isn't that d' Bell? Sets off dead ringers ...

 

[BetteTheRed]

The resources of this planet are finite. It is much more environmentally/morally responsible to re-use and recycle all we can and vastly reduce the amount of new manufacturing required.

Furthermore, if you've got any design sense at all, which Kimmio has in abundance, you know that to find unique and interesting items, you have to scrounge a bit. Older stuff is better made, more unique, etc. I've bought a few beautiful shalwar kameez at VV's with a big neighbourhood Indian population.

 

[BethAnne]

And buying at second-hand stores or garage sales does not automatically mean that something is used...half of the items in my yard sale are never-used and still in their original packaging.

 

[BetteTheRed]

Agreed. Found a very beautiful coat for my daughter a few years ago. In exactly her (very tall and thin) size, a camel herringbone, worth hundreds of dollars, with the original tags on it, unworn, $20.

 

[BethAnne]

Agreed. Found a very beautiful coat for my daughter a few years ago. In exactly her (very tall and thin) size, a camel herringbone, worth hundreds of dollars, with the original tags on it, unworn, $20.

Now that was a find!

 

[Luce NDs]

I have an acquaintance that frequents second hand stores intensely for the high fashion clothes she encounters that have often not even been worn. I grew up an hand me downs ... one is beefs from spoiled high market people that don't even stoop to consider folks lost in the gutters.

Never turn down a beef jerk as there might be something there that you stake for roasting --- Dean Martin (weasel cousin)? Some never identify themselves in such roles ... as walking dead ... thus stitches in Frankenstein's head jar ... sacred grail?

Ambiguity is a skill of an ancient mythical folk that travel in arid zones ... some Zion or flying high!

 

[BethAnne]

There is also a very lovely private Dollar Store along my paper route that I love shopping at because you can get the same brands as in other stores (for the select items I buy) but at Dollar Store prices.

 

[Jaebius]

No need to feel sorry. I buy second hand regularly for items that can be washed/ disinfected if needed and often over the internet. You are missing out on good deals.

You aren't necessarily in the group of people I feel for Mrs.A. I was speaking of people who can't afford to shop in stores that aren't second hand.

In a world with limited resources, it might be appropriate to review your perspective.

Are they limited? I'm one who trusts that the world will be renewed. In any event, it's helpful for me to know that you appreciate goods from second hand stores.

 

[BethAnne]

You aren't necessarily in the group of people I feel for Mrs.A. I was speaking of people who can't afford to shop in stores that aren't second hand.

And we weren't talking about that... @Kimmio Laughterlove has been sharing her creativity - which is delightful

 

[BetteTheRed]

LAST, as I consider which of the many chores in need of my attention I will start on. Also, I have a student lunch on Friday, for which I need to do some more planning/shopping/sign setting out/meat thawing. Fortunately, I'm only working tomorrow.

I had to do a re-set of my PC this a.m., which was very annoying.

 

[BethAnne]

I have a newspaper to get together and I must get started on the Christmas greetings for the paper.

 

[Northwind]

There is also a very lovely private Dollar Store along my paper route that I love shopping at because you can get the same brands as in other stores (for the select items I buy) but at Dollar Store prices.

I just discovered our local dollar store. It's a great one. I was particularly happy to find beads there. I'll know where to go next time I want to add beads to a knitting project.

We were in a choir that changed the dress requirements. Men were to wear suits. We got a great jacket for my husband at VV. It was far cheaper than at a men's store and excellent quality.

 

[BethAnne]

I don't tend to shop at Value Village just because it is too far away (hour drive) but I have a thrift store across the highway from me, and one in each community within 15 minutes drive in either direction that I'll go to as a first stop - depending on what I need.

 

[KayTheCurler]

I asked because I was genuinely concerned. @Kimmio Laughterlove mentioned shopping at Value Village. In my experience, people shop there when they are low on cash.

I know lots of people who shop at Value Village. They do it because they are frugal and dislike spending more cash than they need to. They do it because they want an item they can't find in the stores (not considered 'fashionable' any more). They do it because they care about the environment. None of them are hinting that they want a cash handout from real life or internet friends.

 

[KayTheCurler]

I've bought one or two things at garage sales. I certainly don't make a regular habit of buying second hand. I feel sorry for those who need to and I find second hand stores icky.

You sound snobby and judgemental to me with these words. I see no need to feel sorry for myself, Kimmio or my friends who shop second hand. Actually I consider it intelligent, thoughtful and a wise use of personal resources and a saving for the planet.

 

[Jaebius]

You sound snobby and judgemental to me with these words. I see no need to feel sorry for myself, Kimmio or my friends who shop second hand. Actually I consider it intelligent, thoughtful and a wise use of personal resources and a saving for the planet.

Do you, @Kimmio Laughterlove or your friends need to .shop second hand?

 

[BethAnne]

Do you, @Kimmio Laughterlove or your friends need to .shop second hand?

Again...not what the topic of conversation was. Seems you have some firm judgements about people - if we spend money normally you think we are rich and if we save money by shopping at discount you think we're poor...I think you need to think before you type.