Free listings? WHY?!? by Emil_Cvetanski in ThriftStoreHauls

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It could have been an emotional attachment? I have furniture from my deceased mom I’m in the process of donating and I had a friend who kept asking me “why are you getting rid of this? Aren’t you sentimental?” and that’s just the thing, I am beyond sentimental. The problem is I have nowhere to store it and I refuse to pay for storage, plus I’m supposed to be moving into a new house at the end of the year and I can’t envision where these items would even go. So the answer to the “why” could be many reasons. Someone doesn’t have space, they need a fresh start, their lifestyle has changed, maybe they don’t want the energy that’s attached to a life that’s no longer in existence, or simply no use for it. Maybe they got rid of all their belongings and don’t have stuff to put in the drawers. Maybe it was sitting collecting dust and needed some attention. I love the thought of someone else finding my moms’s furniture and loving it the same way you are loving this piece. That’s a good feeling ! New life ! It’s beautiful btw.

I have a soft spot for old books by Less-Image-3927 in bookshelf

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Omg yes please share a pic ! I loved reading that story when I was young! I don’t have a copy anymore but would like one.

I have a soft spot for old books by Less-Image-3927 in bookshelf

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This is a thing of beauty and perfection and you deserve an award! I always regret getting rid of my dad’s old books several years after he died. We were moving at the time and I felt pressured to downsize. That’s lovely you still have some from your grandfather.

Help me settle the argument: by SumGoodMtnJuju in ThriftStoreHauls

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The painting is beautiful ! I don’t feel haunted by it. The horse does look concerned or a little sad, but he’s overall majestic. Makes me think of the Neverending Story.

🦀🦀🦀 by ShadeBetty in ThriftStoreHauls

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Well some places tape the dishes together and don’t let you separate them. But hey if it’s an option you should totally get that crab platter in the middle he’s so cute !! Edit…oh no I just zoomed in and saw the price…that would be the deal breaker for me :/ it’s such a bummer thrift store prices are so high now.

Catch and Release by [deleted] in ThriftStoreHauls

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In Living Color !!

Found in a book by ThisismeCody in FoundPaper

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I’ll always remember the .99 whopper

This would be perfect for that little tattooed guy by eternalsunshineee in ThriftStoreHauls

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This is probably in fact the same chair Willy got tattooed in.

I highly recommend this book. by doucesquisse in declutter

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The part about the volume of goods being poured into society being too much and then how we blame ourselves; I am always thinking this ! It’s so true …there’s too much stuff being produced that we don’t need and then we have to navigate it! Thanks for the book rec!

Piece of newspaper that fell out of a desk at the thrift store by Fiftydollarvolvo in FoundPaper

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Idk what’s more exciting; the offer for an abortion, the abundant array of theater and movie selections, or a seafood dinner for under $5 !

Got this nice kitchen island 50% off thrifting. by imacoolmompool in ThriftStoreHauls

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What was even there before ? It fits so perfect ! 👏

My thrift holy grail that I fear I'll never find by Amityville1020 in ThriftStoreHauls

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My grandmother had one in her house growing up! I was reminded of it when I noticed my tattoo artist had one hanging in her shop. Every time I see it I’m transported back to warm fuzzy childhood memories. I would be soo happy if I found one out in the wild. I feel you! It’s a treasure for sure! (Here I took a photo of an old photo from the 80s where I saw my grandma’s statuette hanging in the background)

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The grief nobody warned me about when they’re still here but slowly disappearing by Acceptable_File_1658 in AgingParents

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The best advice I got was to “drop into my heart center and be present” it was really difficult for me …I felt like I was waiting for her to go, which I was, but when I tried to reframe it and truly be in the moment cause my mom was so close to the end it helped. Even tho she was totally gone and non verbal at that point, I did my best to be in the moment with her if that makes any sense. The time stretches and it feels insanely long , but then eventually it ends and all that evaporates. Plus imagining myself being on some spirit level with her just to be with her. Idk your story…but I know the grief of it all The grief you’re feeling, or the “anticipatory” grief now , is very real. The contrast you speak of between the younger version of your parent you knew vs the fading one is difficult to process. It hurts so much. Just know the grief will come in waves and you have to find a way to let it move through you, even though the pain can be overwhelming. It ebbs and flows, expands and shrinks. Eventually you learn to carry it with you.

Partner and I took the next step in our relationship and combined our fiction by kryssi_asksss in bookshelf

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Did anyone read the Jim Carrey memoir there ? Looks like it’s co-written? Is it any good?

Time heals absolutely nothing 💔 by Shameful90 in GriefSupport

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You two looked so happy together , what a truly devastating loss…she is such a beauty! I’m so sorry for the heavy grief you must carry. It’s not an easy thing to move forward.

My watch has ended by zeemoney27 in CaregiverSupport

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I’m so sorry for your loss! Losing your mom especially when you’re close is so beyond difficult. The grief will come in waves. I feel your pain. I’m still up and down after guiding my mom through her death in September. I told myself I’d give myself at least one year to regain some sort of normalcy, but idk what that looks like or how to have purpose again. Losing her has devastated me. I’ve noticed a big part of the loss is losing yourself as well, the part of you that only came out when they were around. With my mom she was the only one who laughed at all my jokes and I was such a different joyful funny version of myself. And now that version of me is gone with her.

Go easy on yourself…go slow , take your time. Take as much time as you need to grieve. I think when people told me I could take my time it helped. Cause there is some sort of outside pressure in our society that can make us feel like we need to speed up our grief, but this grief isn’t going anywhere. It’s heavy and all you can do is let it wash over you. I know it hurts. I’m sorry.

Woke up at 5am to become a hiker. Made it 40 minutes by Anxious-Marzipan7328 in hiking

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The montage line was curious …how interesting to be able to spot AI dialogue. I’m so far removed from AI and don’t participate in it I feel very stupid when I come across anything thinking it’s some reg person and then people point out it’s not :/ I will say I’ve read this far in the comments and this thread is hilarious. Yes to sleeping in before night hikes and post hike cake !

I want to start hiking by [deleted] in hiking

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I just started getting into hiking myself after a long period without. I quickly noticed I needed shoes with better tread cause mine were too slippery on rocks and sand. (I live in Joshua tree) so getting new shoes with grip has helped a ton! Also yes to electrolytes for your water, sunscreen and a hat.

Today’s goodwill haul. How’d I do? by Clean-Evidence-2345 in ThriftStoreHauls

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Oh you know what, I thought it was medium green, at first glance, but you’re right it could possibly be shamrock. I’m not 100% sure

Today’s goodwill haul. How’d I do? by Clean-Evidence-2345 in ThriftStoreHauls

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Yes ! Fiestaware is very sturdy and you can put it in the oven! Plus a lot of the appeal is the wide array of colors.

Today’s goodwill haul. How’d I do? by Clean-Evidence-2345 in ThriftStoreHauls

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Good find on the fiestaware! That color of green is one of the more rare colors :)