On Sale

Ever since I can remember, I have been all about the deal I could get. I have always loved yard sales, thrift stores, Goodwill Stores, and the sales aisles. I have always used whatever coupons I could find. I love to get a good deal. But...sometimes it has become all about the deal. If it was on sale, I might still buy it even if I had 6 bottles of that same cleaner at home; even if I had 10 other pair of yoga pants at home.

In the past I have bought things for the house just because they were a good deal, not necessarily because I absolutely loved them and had a place for them. I am now saving the money until I have enough to buy what I really want (like living room and dining room furniture). I have learned the hard way that buying what is cheap or a really good deal does not make for a good buy all of the time.

Lately, I have become more about the minimal lifestyle. I am nearing 50, so I know what I like...I am using what I have now until I buy new stuff. It helps me not have to store as much stuff as well.

Just because something is on sale doesn't mean you have to buy it so you think you saved a bunch of money.

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