Sorry for the Absence
July 6, 2009Vacation Planning
July 13, 2009Well, my three month experiment in limiting my purchases and cutting back on "stuff" has ended — with mixed results.
I only cleaned out one storage space (out of 3 in my bedroom let alone the rest of my house). Not much progress, honestly.
I had more success with limiting my purchases. I had the big purchases — the tent and the hammock. I also made some smaller purchases — 2 rings, a few books, a pair of shoes. I did great until the 28th when I went on a bit of a spree. I bought several articles of clothing (almost all of which have been worn already) and a craft book.
Still, I'm glad I did the experiment. I probably accumulated less stuff than I would have otherwise. Plus, I'm far more aware of my purchasing habits. It's always a good thing to be aware of what you do and why and to think twice about purchases.
My experiment is over, but I hope the awareness remains.