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In reply to the discussion: OK folks have you ever paused and thought about the amount of unnecessary [View all]Niagara
(11,722 posts)37. I know that we all have stuff
Sometimes I feel like I might be a low level hoarder.
I'm making small steps and I recently donated pottery teapot, creamer and sugar serving set several weeks ago. Along with some other items.


I just donated some clothing to Hearts for the Homeless. It was a small bag but..... I did it! I have much more clothing to go.
The Salvation Army thrift stores have closed three of their buildings in my area. I read that The Salvation Army is facing significant financial difficulties mainly from rising operational costs, declined grant funding and declining donations.
It's too bad because they provide food pantries and shelters for those who need it. I hope that they survive this crisis.
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OK folks have you ever paused and thought about the amount of unnecessary [View all]
malaise
16 hrs ago
OP
During my Christmas cleaning, I finally threw away he last gift mum bought me
malaise
13 hrs ago
#57
I don't care for goodwill. Their CEO makes over 750 grand a year. I donate to the Capuchin run
Ziggysmom
16 hrs ago
#7
I don't shop much at all anymore..only necessary items but a good rule I try to follow is..one new, two to go
Deuxcents
15 hrs ago
#11
Try a hand pour pour-over? Never breaks, cheap as it comes, you'll never drink old coffee again!
fierywoman
15 hrs ago
#32
Get a percolator, they last forever. You have to adjust the coffee amount and still use a filter,
cksmithy
14 hrs ago
#47
I take things to the road in front of the farm. I have a sign that says "free" and magically they disappear.
littlemissmartypants
15 hrs ago
#30
Know exactly what you mean. I try to make sure that they're things people would need. I'm also dealing with the ...
littlemissmartypants
14 hrs ago
#41