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In reply to the discussion: My daughter has been wearing the same clothes for two years... [View all]HappyMe
(20,277 posts)21. Once a year,
it's nice to go buy clothes or whatever that aren't used. To me, it's part of the fun.
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I grew up wearing hand-me-downs and thrift shop clothes. For Christmas, we got a whole
Arkansas Granny
Nov 2012
#59
Maybe because of both the bargains AND the excitement. People know their own stress levels.
WinkyDink
Nov 2012
#30
I haven't bought new clothes in more than a decade. Only thrift stores for me and my husband
riderinthestorm
Nov 2012
#45
A local upscale department store here gives out $10 off any $10 purchase coupons...
CoffeeCat
Nov 2012
#79
I dont have a problem with Friday. I have, however, a problem with those stores who will open on
Mass
Nov 2012
#3
Being so poorly paid that you can't afford to take a holiday off is pretty sad.
kestrel91316
Nov 2012
#28
Yet people go to restaurants, emergency wards, churches, Do they think there are no employees there?
WinkyDink
Nov 2012
#33
It would be good to practice supporting others' choices, while also being able to enjoy our own
BlancheSplanchnik
Nov 2012
#42
Depending on what Size her kids and grandkids need, you can't always find all available
JI7
Nov 2012
#93
You have NOTHING to apology for. Nothing. Here's to you and your family the best.
Raster
Nov 2012
#9
I wore my 20 year old boots yesterday. Most of my clothes are 9 years old..
progressivebydesign
Nov 2012
#17
Who has a right to criticize how others live their lives if they don't hurt anyone.
hollysmom
Nov 2012
#19
Try some second hand stores...they can have some really nice inexpensive things.
Auntie Bush
Nov 2012
#32
I'd never look down on you. I only hope you find the bargains that you seek (and deserve)...
hlthe2b
Nov 2012
#54
I have shopped at thrift stores for years. My favorite one has clothes for a buck on Sundays.
Harriety
Nov 2012
#60
How old are your grandkids cynatnite? Inexpensive toys can be the most fun. A deck of cards
riderinthestorm
Nov 2012
#82
I have never looked down on anyone shopping the day after Thanksgiving
SleeplessinSoCal
Nov 2012
#85
i think boycotts can be stupid as are the idiots lining up for the latest Iphone and other
JI7
Nov 2012
#96
the ads mostly show the big ticket items, but things like clothing and non electronic toys go
JI7
Nov 2012
#114
Also what happens is that these stores will have other stock that they have marked down...
cynatnite
Nov 2012
#115
If I knew how to reach you I'd give you a gift card to buy some things for your family
LynneSin
Nov 2012
#119
I don't shop then because I hate the crowds, but I wish you much luck & may your $ go far!
peacebird
Nov 2012
#125
consumerism is a sick game. new is overrated. tho i need new long underwear.
pansypoo53219
Nov 2012
#137