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

[whateve]

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.

I bought some new jeans last week but I haven't gotten out of lounge clothes for a week. I haven't carried a purse. My usage stats will be lousy this year.

 

[keodi]

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.

My mother was born in the year of the pig!

 

[keodi]

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'm stuck in the house. I do need replenishments on some items so I will be stalking the supermarket truck as a delivery is supposed to come tomorrow. Other than that i have been indoors, watching movies, browsing online, and reading here on TPF.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

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 was considering removing all my listings from the classifieds for not to put myself under the stress of shipping out items. The chances to sell are certainly higher atm as everybody is bored and most actual shops are closed, though.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

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.

But do you sanitize the groceries from the shop, too? And your shoes? Change your clothes? I have decided to not follow this thought further or the need for a security sanitizing area before anything enters the house would materialize and there are no desinfectants available at all in the shops anyway. I wash my hands and try to keep up positive thinking and this will have to be sufficient.

 

[ElainePG]

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.

This is so interesting… thank you! I was interested especially in the part about underpromising and overperforming. I can relate!

 

[Sparkletastic]

I bought some new jeans last week but I haven't gotten out of lounge clothes for a week. I haven't carried a purse. My usage stats will be lousy this year.

Same here. For the most part, I’ve been in workout clothes or loungewear for weeks. And, I’ve only swapped between 2 bags the few times I’ve dressed to leave the house.

I'm stuck in the house. I do need replenishments on some items so I will be stalking the supermarket truck as a delivery is supposed to come tomorrow. Other than that i have been indoors, watching movies, browsing online, and reading here on TPF.

luckily we were pretty much stocked up with non perishables before this all happened. I tend to be a little over prepared in general which worked out. Then this week I stocked up as best I could on perishables. We’re at the grocery store right now picking up sweet potatoes and milk. There is more here today than there was on Monday as things were restocked.

I was considering removing all my listings from the classifieds for not to put myself under the stress of shipping out items. The chances to sell are certainly higher atm as everybody is bored and most actual shops are closed, though.

I hadn’t thought about shipping. But, I want this stuff gone and if it sells it will at least get me out of the house for a little while.

I’m bored to death. So, one of my BFF’s and I just started planning virtual events for our extended friend group.

This is funny. I’m actually an introvert. I’m very social but, at the end of the day I like my home / cave / reading / meditation time. But, my inactivity from the surgery + this social distancing is making me crave something...anything!... to do with people / outside of my house!!!!

 

[Cookiefiend]

Same here. For the most part, I’ve been in workout clothes or loungewear for weeks. And, I’ve only swapped between 2 bags the few times I’ve dressed to leave the house.
luckily we were pretty much stocked up with non perishables before this all happened. I tend to be a little over prepared in general which worked out. Then this week I stocked up as best I could on perishables. We’re at the grocery store right now picking up sweet potatoes and milk. There is more here today than there was on Monday as things were restocked.
I hadn’t thought about shipping. But, I want this stuff gone and if it sells it will at least get me out of the house for a little while.

I’m bored to death. So, one of my BFF’s and I just started planning virtual events for our extended friend group.

This is funny. I’m actually an introvert. I’m very social but, at the end of the day I like my home / cave / reading / meditation time. But, my inactivity from the surgery + this social distancing is making me crave something...anything!... to do with people / outside of my house!!!!

ha - I 'attended' a virtual happy hour with friends this afternoon. it was nice to see everyone.

 

[Katinahat]

Sorry not been around for a couple of days. Very stressful here. Cases increasing slowly by day. Businesses all closing down. Schools closing at the end of the week. My work has been crazy. It’s a large people occupation. I have a team of staff who I’m trying to keep from going into panic mode while in silent panic mode myself. Everyone will be working from home from next week as is DH while home schooling our children for what could be months.
At least we should keep our jobs. It’s very frightening and I’m concerned we might all go mad from lack of interaction. Thank goodness I have a garden!

Also now trying to shop for food for my immediate family plus parents and in-laws as they are on complete lockdown by government for 12 weeks as over 70s. Need TP for 3 households now! Trying to get a good stock of tins etc to them in case we are quarantined completely ourselves. Shops pretty empty but due to refill.

My only real purchase has been an IPad for my dad so he can read books, newspapers and play sudoku! He’s delighted with his new toy! 35% wiped off our pension savings in one week so need to be more careful.

Good luck to you all! Keep well at this difficult time. I hope to be back soon!

 

[Rhl2987]

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 listed a couple items last week and plan to keep the proceeds in case I end up losing my current job/project with the state of the world. As long as I am working I plan to keep supporting local businesses.

 

[Rhl2987]

ha - I 'attended' a virtual happy hour with friends this afternoon. it was nice to see everyone.

I did the same! I did unload some frustration from being cooped up at home and trying to work at the same time as my husband with a baby to watch/keep entertained, but it was so nice to talk to my close friends. We decided to continue doing it for sanity's sake so we're talking again tomorrow!

 

[ElainePG]

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.

Petting Coco sounds like such a perfect plan! Lowers the blood pressure, for sure.

I don't know about Shutterfly. I'll have to investigate it. Some years ago I used some Apple program to make my Mom a hardcover memory book of old family photos, which I'd had scanned from boxes (and boxes, and boxes, and BOXES) of slides. It was great fun, and she enjoyed it so much.

 

[ElainePG]

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.

Gosh, it sounds like stress all around with all three of your kids. I'm so sorry. I don't know which is more worrisome at this point… the health crisis or the economic crisis.

 

[ElainePG]

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 agree! Best plan: don't touch your face while you're out, and then when you come home, wash your hands for 20 seconds (that's two choruses of "Happy Birthday" LOL!). There are a ton of videos that show the proper handwashing technique. At my age, I honestly thought I knew how to wash my hands, for heaven's sake. Wrong-o!!!

 

[ElainePG]

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.

Nordstrom is having (unless it's over by now?) a 25% off sale. I wasn't remotely in the mood to buy clothes, but I did pop for a couple of facial products. And I bought another Hermès lip product…