Even though i unsubscribed to email announcements, I continue to get offers. 20-30% off at Bnana Republic, Lands End, Gap, Chicos, and so on.
At school on Friday, two students handed me Banana Republic Friends and Family coupons. These used to be hard to come by. A few years ago, I was offered one by a student, and my Department Head said that it could be perceived as a bribe, so I couldn't use it. But I guess with business so bad, shops need all the friends they can get. So I got one of my very own in my inbox.
My mantra ("it will be more on sale in 6 short weeks--40 days") wasn't working too well. So on to my next step, writing down all my desired items. The list was short(comforter set, 2 pairs of pants, all from Lands End, my new favorite store now that they are offering free shipping), the total was about $140.00 (not that bad) and I started to succumb.
I know! On to Goodwill for some prophylactic shopping (shopping to prevent shopping, naturally). What should I find?
A Peacock Alley comforter with mtching shams.
A Garnet Hill colorful quilt.
A couple of books.
Then universe has spoken! But then I added some questionable items.
A new with tags wetsuit in a size that would fit Mr. FS and Frugal Son.
A new underarmour underarmour.
Total: about $18.00.
Weighing need, desire, danger, finances, clutter: I'm not sure if the trip was a victory or a defeat.
What do you think?
What do you think?
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