2020 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?

[ElainePG]

It feels so weird to have all these bags and I have not worn one in days. My dh has been doing the long walks with the puppies while I have been painting.

I don't paint, but I do enjoy photography. I have a bunch of photographs from some of our trips last year, that I never had a chance to do anything with, and I'm working on them in Photoshop.

I'm also meditating.

 

[ElainePG]

I went out to get groceries earlier and I chose my Tumi nylon bag for the errand. I seem not to care for "nice" bags during these times. Or, maybe I really care for them since I don't want to expose them to the elements?

I think it's that one. I'll probably won't even take a bag with me when I go out for neighborhood walks… just stuff my phone & wallet in my jacket pockets!

 

[ElainePG]

Yesterday I took out my Dior lovely which is classified as a "useful bag" for a quick trip to the grocery store. I only wanted 2 tins of baked beans, but ended up getting some sweets and little bottles of smoothies, too, so came home laughing as I had crammed all my purchases into the handbag and was reminded of the "Charlotte has pudding in her Prada" scene from Sex and the City.

One of the very few (probably) who never watched the series, but that scene sounds hysterical!

 

[Vintage Leather]

I was born in the year of the pig, but I really don't know what that means. I'm also a Capricorn, and I TOTALLY fit that sign.

The pig is the twelfth symbol, and it ends the cycle of the element. According to one story, the Jade Emperor was having a party, and the animals were invited. On the way to the party, the wolf destroyed the pig's house. Pig rebuilt his house before he went to the party, which is why he was the last to arrive.

Pigs are traditionally associated with wealth and good fortune.

Pigs believe in hard work, and they'll tackle even the most boring of tasks. They are not the center of attention, but tend to look for positions of authority.

Pigs are thought to be realistic; they are more likely to underpromise and overperform

Basically, they believe in work hard and play hard (but their idea of play might be a gourmet meal, a new book, a glass of wine). They are usually described as being intelligent and warm.

 

[Sparkletastic]

Thanks! Have not moved yet this weekend assuming we get out. We are going to have to do quarantine when we arrive, oh the fun.

I hope all goes well for you.

 

[Sparkletastic]

Ok. Being home bound has made me do something I hate doing. I’m listing the last of the items I want to sell. Mr. S is doing the same.

I’m planning to use my proceeds on new clothes. Mr. S. is likely going to put his into more grilling / smoking stuff.

Anyone else listing items? If so, what do you plan to do with the proceeds?

 

[lynne_ross]

We have two Trader Joe stores in our area… a little one (two minutes away) and a big one (about 15 minutes away). I've heard that they both cleaned out over the weekend, but I didn't see it for myself. I shopped where I always shop, at our small, locally-owned market, and they had very nearly everything I wanted. They were cleared out of paper products, but I have enough. I don't belong to Costco, so I missed that craziness, thank goodness!

I have put myself on a "restricted news" diet. I'm not watching TV news coverage, because it's just too stressful. I'm following the outside world via the one on-line newspaper I subscribe to, but only twice a day for 15 minutes each time.

We're taking the "shelter in place" order very seriously. Because I'm at risk (I feel fine, but I've got Stuff), I won't be going out at all, except to take neighborhood walks, which I intend to do every day for the sake of sanity. If we need supplies, DH will be the errand-runner, but I doubt that will be necessary.

What's everyone else doing?

I love the news diet. I get hit hour with messages from family and friends. Some are quite negative that they think we will not get out and it is very stressful. Need to keep positive!
Great time to clean out house and food. That is what I would be doing.

 

[baghabitz34]

Yesterday I took out my Dior lovely which is classified as a "useful bag" for a quick trip to the grocery store. I only wanted 2 tins of baked beans, but ended up getting some sweets and little bottles of smoothies, too, so came home laughing as I had crammed all my purchases into the handbag and was reminded of the "Charlotte has pudding in her Prada" scene from Sex and the City.

 

[Cookiefiend]

Yesterday I took out my Dior lovely which is classified as a "useful bag" for a quick trip to the grocery store. I only wanted 2 tins of baked beans, but ended up getting some sweets and little bottles of smoothies, too, so came home laughing as I had crammed all my purchases into the handbag and was reminded of the "Charlotte has pudding in her Prada" scene from Sex and the City.

ahahaha!!!!

We have two Trader Joe stores in our area… a little one (two minutes away) and a big one (about 15 minutes away). I've heard that they both cleaned out over the weekend, but I didn't see it for myself. I shopped where I always shop, at our small, locally-owned market, and they had very nearly everything I wanted. They were cleared out of paper products, but I have enough. I don't belong to Costco, so I missed that craziness, thank goodness!

I have put myself on a "restricted news" diet. I'm not watching TV news coverage, because it's just too stressful. I'm following the outside world via the one on-line newspaper I subscribe to, but only twice a day for 15 minutes each time.

We're taking the "shelter in place" order very seriously. Because I'm at risk (I feel fine, but I've got Stuff), I won't be going out at all, except to take neighborhood walks, which I intend to do every day for the sake of sanity. If we need supplies, DH will be the errand-runner, but I doubt that will be necessary.

What's everyone else doing?

A restricted news diet is an excellent idea. I should do the same but I keep watching to see what's next for the city. We've closed schools, restaurants and bars (restaurants are doing carry-out only - which is an excellent idea and one that I hope works), the town/city just to our south has asked non-essential businesses to close.
I would like to close our offices and work from home - we might have to go in once or twice a week to print things (or I could buy a new printer for the house… a better solution is one we've been trying to get our clients to implement for 2 years - get on the secure web site for heavens sake!) and I think I could have the mail forwarded to the house. Then we'd only have to go in to scan a check in, though I think I could UPS it to the HO. We're still chugging along though, strongly suggesting teleconferences and sanitizing everything several times a day. We are a small office though, and hopefully - if we take all precautions - we won't get sick.
I have the day off today and tomorrow - I went to the grocery for my parents today - they are coming home Sunday. The grocery store wasn't too awful - lots of produce, some staples and canned goods, no toilet paper or paper towels.
I am petting Coco a lot, she took a nap in my lap - it was the most peaceful part of my day.
Your photograph idea is a great one, I have so many photos on my phone! I use Shutterfly to make photo books - and I still haven't made one for 2019 yet.

 

[Sparkletastic]

Concerts on insta...

 

[whateve]

Thank you. That's good to know.
I was supposed to meet with our CPA today to go over my Mom's tax info (we already met with him for ours) but I called, and they told me that they're having people just slip their paperwork through the mail slot. So DH will walk over this afternoon and do that. He'll get some exercise… and get away from me and my cleaning supplies!!!

I wonder if they will "quarantine" the paperwork for awhile to protect against live virus.
I'm still not sure how I'm going to do my son's taxes. A lot of the info is online. He just has to give me passwords. In the past I combed through a lot of his bills to get the information I needed. He usually dumps them in a box throughout the year, so maybe I'll just have him bring over the box.

We have two Trader Joe stores in our area… a little one (two minutes away) and a big one (about 15 minutes away). I've heard that they both cleaned out over the weekend, but I didn't see it for myself. I shopped where I always shop, at our small, locally-owned market, and they had very nearly everything I wanted. They were cleared out of paper products, but I have enough. I don't belong to Costco, so I missed that craziness, thank goodness!

I have put myself on a "restricted news" diet. I'm not watching TV news coverage, because it's just too stressful. I'm following the outside world via the one on-line newspaper I subscribe to, but only twice a day for 15 minutes each time.

We're taking the "shelter in place" order very seriously. Because I'm at risk (I feel fine, but I've got Stuff), I won't be going out at all, except to take neighborhood walks, which I intend to do every day for the sake of sanity. If we need supplies, DH will be the errand-runner, but I doubt that will be necessary.

What's everyone else doing?

We've been sheltering in place before we got the order. We've already stayed home for more than a week. We're at risk too. There is some comfort in knowing that we've been isolated long enough to be pretty sure we don't have the virus.
We're still waiting to hear if DH's doctor's appointments can be conducted over the phone or postponed.

Ok. Being home bound has made me do something I hate doing. I’m listing the last of the items I want to sell. Mr. S is doing the same.

I’m planning to use my proceeds on new clothes. Mr. S. is likely going to put his into more grilling / smoking stuff.

Anyone else listing items? If so, what do you plan to do with the proceeds?

I'm not listing anything new. I don't think it is a good time to sell. The only people buying are those looking for bargains that they can flip when the economy turns around.

ahahaha!!!!

A restricted news diet is an excellent idea. I should do the same but I keep watching to see what's next for the city. We've closed schools, restaurants and bars (restaurants are doing carry-out only - which is an excellent idea and one that I hope works), the town/city just to our south has asked non-essential businesses to close.
I would like to close our offices and work from home - we might have to go in once or twice a week to print things (or I could buy a new printer for the house… a better solution is one we've been trying to get our clients to implement for 2 years - get on the secure web site for heavens sake!) and I think I could have the mail forwarded to the house. Then we'd only have to go in to scan a check in, though I think I could UPS it to the HO. We're still chugging along though, strongly suggesting teleconferences and sanitizing everything several times a day. We are a small office though, and hopefully - if we take all precautions - we won't get sick.
I have the day off today and tomorrow - I went to the grocery for my parents today - they are coming home Sunday. The grocery store wasn't too awful - lots of produce, some staples and canned goods, no toilet paper or paper towels.
I am petting Coco a lot, she took a nap in my lap - it was the most peaceful part of my day.
Your photograph idea is a great one, I have so many photos on my phone! I use Shutterfly to make photo books - and I still haven't made one for 2019 yet.

I'd love to be on a restricted news diet but DH is a news junkie. He has the TV on all day. Even though I've told him not to, he can't help telling me more than I want to know.

I think my son will be laid off soon. He is an independent contractor, working from home for a start-up. I don't think the start-up will be able to hold on for an extended period of time. He's been living on restaurant delivery. I don't think he has many groceries to last him if they stop delivering from restaurants.

My oldest daughter still has to go into her office one day a week. I really wish she didn't. Her husband finally got the order to work at home full time. Their daughter is home.

I haven't heard from my youngest DD. A few months ago, she gave up a work at home position to take a job in another department that paid more and was more enjoyable. I don't know if she would be able to do that one from home.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

We have two Trader Joe stores in our area… a little one (two minutes away) and a big one (about 15 minutes away). I've heard that they both cleaned out over the weekend, but I didn't see it for myself. I shopped where I always shop, at our small, locally-owned market, and they had very nearly everything I wanted. They were cleared out of paper products, but I have enough. I don't belong to Costco, so I missed that craziness, thank goodness!

I have put myself on a "restricted news" diet. I'm not watching TV news coverage, because it's just too stressful. I'm following the outside world via the one on-line newspaper I subscribe to, but only twice a day for 15 minutes each time.

We're taking the "shelter in place" order very seriously. Because I'm at risk (I feel fine, but I've got Stuff), I won't be going out at all, except to take neighborhood walks, which I intend to do every day for the sake of sanity. If we need supplies, DH will be the errand-runner, but I doubt that will be necessary.

What's everyone else doing?

Your restricted news diet is what I´m trying to follow, too,but DH is a news addict and I get more than my fair share of information all the time.
We are mainly staying in. There haven´t been any orders to stay home, yet, but they can´t be far away.

All sorts of shops are closing. I think the grocery stores, pharmacies, optician and hairdresser (???) are the only left open in our town.
I sneaked out to the supermarket tonight, again claiming I had to return the refundable deposit bottles, checked out the situation and bought a few treats.
This will be my last outing until the end of the week when we will need to stock up the fridge.

School has made sure parents will not get bored at home by sending in weekly assignments per email. The boy is not impressed and it mainly costs my nerves and time with little result.

Otherwise I´m sewing, polishing handbags, sorting my ever present mess and chatting with friends and family online...

 

[muchstuff]

I think it's that one. I'll probably won't even take a bag with me when I go out for neighborhood walks… just stuff my phone & wallet in my jacket pockets!

I'm using my bags when I go out. I stopped at the bank and by the time I got into the car to use my hand sanitizer I had touched my keys, my door handle, my console, my handbag, my phone and my seatbelt. I give up trying to stay on top of everything sanitary, I'm taking the necessary precautions but am trying not to obsess too much over everything I touch or carry.

 

[Sparkletastic]

I wonder if they will "quarantine" the paperwork for awhile to protect against live virus.
I'm still not sure how I'm going to do my son's taxes. A lot of the info is online. He just has to give me passwords. In the past I combed through a lot of his bills to get the information I needed. He usually dumps them in a box throughout the year, so maybe I'll just have him bring over the box.


We've been sheltering in place before we got the order. We've already stayed home for more than a week. We're at risk too. There is some comfort in knowing that we've been isolated long enough to be pretty sure we don't have the virus.
We're still waiting to hear if DH's doctor's appointments can be conducted over the phone or postponed.

I'm not listing anything new. I don't think it is a good time to sell. The only people buying are those looking for bargains that they can flip when the economy turns around.


I'd love to be on a restricted news diet but DH is a news junkie. He has the TV on all day. Even though I've told him not to, he can't help telling me more than I want to know.

I think my son will be laid off soon. He is an independent contractor, working from home for a start-up. I don't think the start-up will be able to hold on for an extended period of time. He's been living on restaurant delivery. I don't think he has many groceries to last him if they stop delivering from restaurants.

My oldest daughter still has to go into her office one day a week. I really wish she didn't. Her husband finally got the order to work at home full time. Their daughter is home.

I haven't heard from my youngest DD. A few months ago, she gave up a work at home position to take a job in another department that paid more and was more enjoyable. I don't know if she would be able to do that one from home.

I’m sure there will be deal hunters online but it doesn’t matter. I won’t budge on price. At least the listings are done.

I also think many people will be online shopping to deal with the boredom and stress of being home. I know I just bought more cute workout clothes from Nike because I’m home and I’m hungering to get to the gym.

So, it’s worth it to get everyone listed when I have the down time to get it done.

 

[msd_bags]

I'm using my bags when I go out. I stopped at the bank and by the time I got into the car to use my hand sanitizer I had touched my keys, my door handle, my console, my handbag, my phone and my seatbelt. I give up trying to stay on top of everything sanitary, I'm taking the necessary precautions but am trying not to obsess too much over everything I touch or carry.

I also think a lot about that - that before I get to use my sanitizer, I’ve touched several surfaces already. Sometimes I also sanitize these other stuff like keys, zippers of bag pockets, etc. Not good for nice leathers so I use a beater bag.

I’m sure there will be deal hunters online but it doesn’t matter. I won’t budge on price. At least the listings are done.

I also think many people will be online shopping to deal with the boredom and stress of being home. I know I just bought more cute workout clothes from Nike because I’m home and I’m hungering to get to the gym.

So, it’s worth it to get everyone listed when I have the down time to get it done.

Just before the lockdown we have, I was itching to buy a bag. Not a specific bag but I’ve been browsing a lot. Then the lockdown. And suddenly, I know I should not - future is not so certain, courier services are limited, etc. But I still appreciate the bags I see during my “online window shopping” from time to time, but there is no urge to really buy.