I STOPPED BUYING THESE THINGS TO LIVE MORE INTENTIONALLY
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- čas přidán 1. 08. 2024
- There are some things that we don't buy anymore to save us our time, money and our sanity. Some things are material while others are societal ideas that can keep us from focusing on the right things in life.
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This really resonates with me as I am a store cashier and I see what people buy.
Success for me at work has been helping our elderly or disabled customers who no one has the time for. It brings me great joy.
God bless you gal! ❤
I was raised to be a task oriented person and my value was in what job I did outside the home. After the death of loved ones and retirement from nursing I am finding out how to take care of myself and to truly value my relationships with a few close friends along with family. Also to live a slow simpler life.
I love this, Ruth! Thank you for sharing it...an intentional life...wonderful :)
Same here, Ruth. But I was a social worker in a huge Children's Hospital. I put everything and everybody else before my own welfare. I retired at 60 and moved back to the old family homestead after my parents died and left it to me. It was almost too late to regain my health and sanity by then! It took me a few years to "boot the leeches" in my extended family and regain my health and balance. Now, at 76, I enjoy every day of my life and write down my gratitudes every morning. I love the slow pace and the connection with nature and wildlife, even the pesky groundhogs! Blessings to you.
When i was turning 30 (many moons ago) i was so sad. I saw my girlfriends finishing school having careers etc. my girl friend I’ve known since we were 3 noticed my down mood and she’d asked what’s wrong, i told her. I said i felt like a failure because i didn’t have a uni education. She laughed and said you never wanted it, all you ever wanted was to be a wife and mother. You’ve done that so you did exactly what you wanted while the rest of us are still finding ourselves. I laughed and said you’re right. Sometimes society put pressures on us we don’t realize until someone reminds us it’s ok to be yourself. The pandemic has made our family really clear out and we all feel lighter and happier. I love this channel.
Thank so much for sharing with us, Tina...being a wife and mom is a noble thing and not anything to be down about. I think our culture often devalues the importance of this role and the impact it has on society...thanks for visiting :)
You are so spot on with everything you said and I completely agree! I once heard someone say, a lot of people who buy $2,000 handbags don't even have $2,000 to put inside them, I thought that was funny and very true. Thanks for the video ❤
"What is my purpose in life?" I asked the void.
"What if I told you that you fulfilled it when you took an extra hour to talk to a kid about his life?" said the voice.
"Or when you paid for that young couple in the restaurant? Or when you saved that dog in traffic? Or when you tied your father's shoes for him?"
"Your problem is that you equate your purpose with goal-based achievement. The Universe isn't interested in your achievements... just your heart. When you choose to act out of kindness, compassion and love, you are already aligned with your true purpose."
Love this, so true ❤️
@@wendycaran8267 my best friend gave me this when I was in a particularly low point in my life. I was taking care of my elderly dad. Every day. My brother, who showed up once in a blue moon, was always the “golden boy”, since childhood. Mind you, I moved across the country to take care of my dad. But, since my brother was a highly successful executive vp of a major corporation, he was the good one. I never measured up. (This seems to have been a theme in my family; a cousin and an uncle were also the last ones on the success list.)
Hearttouching! I'm in between tears 😢 and smiles 😊 God bless you!
I cut back on makeup, just the basics and skincare but no $300 creams! No alcohol not even wine. Stopped drinking Coke, etc years ago. Email works for me to save on overpriced cards and postage. Holiday decor. Unfortunately, even entertaining. I would get a bit crazy. (It wasn't reciprocated.) Clothes are wash and wear with limited items like coats and outer jackets that need dry cleaning. No Amazon!!!!!
Oh girl we think so much alike! When you mentioned “smart appliances” I cheered! I miss the old style washing machines. No lock, just a couple of knobs. Great video again sweet friend. God bless you and yours❤️
I hear you, Jackie...our newer washer makes me crazy! With our old washer, if you forgot to put something in, you could just open it up and throw the item in mid-wash...this new one locks you out...when this one dies, I think we might look for a refurbished older one...have a happy first day of September :)
@@asimpleseason2616 I agree! I want an oldie but goodie next time. Hope your weekend is wonderful as well❤️
I once read where things are no longer made to last on purpose. It’s called obsolescence and it keeps the economy ticking over ie. when that fairly brand new washing machine breaks down in theory you will go out and buy a brand new replacement
@@meloniestewart2940Planned obsolescence
...I absolutely concur about the Washers, Dryers, Stoves, ...everything. I detest the new appliances. I have a 1938 Kenmore gas stove. It's huge, I believe it's about 42 inches wide. It has 4 burners. It has a burner in the middle and a griddle. That's covered by a panel that you just lift up ..it is hinged. It has hinged covers.,on each side that covers the burners . It has locks on the dial mechanisms. And that's how things should still be made. This thing is wonderful and I also have another Antique stove..
.I have a 1950 Chambers High Back ....
And that one was to replace the 1938 Kemnore ( which still works fine )...but it hasn't been hooked up yet. I ALWAYS Wanted a Chambers stove and found one on Marketplace. In the meantime I just use the 1938 Kemnore, which I found on Marketplace 9 or 10 years ago. Free. Yes ma'am. Free. I just had to go pick it up. ...2 hours away..:). I would gladly send you a photo of it .
I'll take a White, Vintage Appliance any day over the " New , Computerized one " ...
Those are not built to last, on purpose. ... Don't you wish we could go back to the time....When people actually took pride in their work and people wanted things to last...? And made Products that WOULD LAST FOR DECAFES.
Loved this video. I agree with things that are available today and non stop buying of purses etc. I have and have had a summer purse, a fall purse, a spring purse and winter one. It always makes me feel like I am getting a new one every time I switch up the seasons.They are still like mint and were not expensive, just unique and still have years of wear left in them. When our daughter was growing up, I learned about a program called Slow movement (I think it was started in Vancouver) and I loved it. The premise was to eat together, make great meals that allowed us to talk as a family. Even though I am educated, my purpose for 50 years was to be a homemaker. I loved it and still do. There is just my husband and I now, we still eat together with homemade food and take our time. We have 4 grandchildren (ages 6 through 13)that live within 15 min and when they come to stay it's wonderful. We have great conversations about their lives in today's world. We bring up cots from the basement and we are all squished in the livingroom. That is one thing that I would love to have them remember that it was fun being squished together, everyone laughing or watching a movie together. That they will remember.I don't want bells and whistles on anything. We are looking for a car for me and all I want is airconditioning, 4 doors, 4 wheels and easy on gas. I truly love my life, I can a great deal, have a stocked pantry and groceries every week are very minimal and not a lot of money. I too love to go out to dine, but my husband would rather eat at home which is fine and I have some good girlfriends and we go for lunch every couple of weeks and to places that are not expensive and that satisfies my wanting to dine out. We don't order in either. Life can be simple if one is conscious about what we do and not fall into the trap of having everything and then not wanting to be home, always out or on vacation. I love my home in it's simplicity. Sorry this was so long.
You have created a great life, Patricia and taking your time and talking around the dinner table over good food is priceless :)
Your life sounds so wonderful, you are blessed : )
This works perfectly for us! On our wedding anniversary, my husband and I go to Walmart and we each pick out a card for the other. We exchange the cards right there, read the sentiment, then put them back on the display and walk out the door. We both get a good laugh, and we save about $10 to put towards an anniversary lunch or dinner.
What a fun tradition :)
Thats fabulous what a great concept!
This is a creative way of “don’t do anymore”.
Love this! L O L
😂 love this! Very creative!
My opinion of a purse is that a $10 handbag and a $200 dollar handbag do the same job of hauling my keys, wallet and cell phone around - but the $10 one may be a bit heavier since it has about $190 more in it. A Rolex and a Timex tell exactly the same time, and my $20 jeans cover just as much of my rear end as the $100 ones do. I think there comes a freedom at some point when we decide that society's opinions are irrelevant - at that point we wear what feels comfortable for us, eat what we enjoy, and just in general get to live life without a care in the world what anyone else thinks of us. I've hit that point and it is glorious.
I can’t agree more!!
Wonderful! The heavier 10 dollar purse made me smile LOL!
Agree! My fancy watches live in the bank and my Timexes have taken quite the beatings, swimming, camping, on my wrist 24/7 and live up to their slogan and keep on ticking and keeping great time.
Absolutely! 😊
I stopped buying smart appliances as well. I replaced a smelly front loader washer for a inexpensive basic top loader washer with no bells or whistles. I can regulate the water level and the length of time for the cycle. My clothes are now clean and smell fresh. Those in scent washer boosters used in front load washers mask the smell of the dirty laundry and are bad for the environment. I’m really happy I got rid of the front load smart washer.
I disliked my front loader so much!!
Yes, I have noticed that now you can buy cleaners for your front-loading washing machine! Never needed that for my top-loader (and never will).
Planned obsolescence is a thing! I went through 3 expensive microwave ovens in 12 years. The last one died just out of warranty. Finally I just hauled the old one out of our guest house. It was the one we'd removed when we'd remodeled our kitchen and matched up all our pretty new appliances! 😳 It is clunky but it works great and no problem these past 5 years.
I buy my clothes at the thrift store, yard sales, consignment shop. The only things I actually buy at the actual store is my under things.
Same here. I'm retired and, since Covid first hit, I have done hardly no clothes shopping in stores, even charity thrift ones. Instead, I have rummaged through my closets and storage bins and have been using up the excess I had. Older, tired items become my dirty work uniform for gardening, painting and scrubbing. Then tossed after a season or two.
We have been doing this for most of our marriage, and we've been married a long time! 😃
I'm not buying any trendy clothes, accessories, or jewelry. I stick to a simple, classic style and buy most of my things at thrift stores. Same with home decor: I have my own spin on traditional style and stick to it. No trendy decor that's going to fall apart or go out of style next year. I gave up society's idea of success a long time ago. What matters are people, and having peace in my heart. I prioritize family, friends, and an unhurried life. Church, and my marriage.
Wonderful, Julie! You have prioritized lovely and meaningful aspects to your life...thanks for sharing :)
I love your ideas because they sound exactly like my mother's ideas. She was so special and hard working and family oriented. She didn't have to have what everyone else had. She was happy with the basics and having been raised in the depression, she knew how to be frugal. That's how she taught me. And in my mind, success is being in God's will and doing what He intended for me to do and being what He intended me to be. I fall short of that sometimes, but He is so gracious to me and I enjoy my success. My version.
I’m with you on the greeting cards, smart appliances, pre-cut fruit and fancy purses and jewelry. I’m not a designer merchandise person.
You have presented another video with valuable insights and cause for thought. 😊
Sounds like we're on the same page! Thank you for your kind compliment...I hope you have a wonderful evening :)
We buy only whole foods: no trips to the interior aisles of the grocery store (except, of course, for cooking staples). Going to the grocery is now a fast trip, with a fairly consistent list week to week. It saves us money, time, sanity, and results in very little food waste. Many Thanks for your videos, it’s like having a friendly conversation with my wise sister : )
Love this episode.
I no longer buy cleaning products, plastic wrap (I make beeswax wraps), paper towels, or Kleenex ( have been collecting hankies - close to 40 now).
Success for me is setting a personal goal and achieving it (living on a sailboat for example), having loving relationships around me. Simple things like that. I don't compare my life to others now. It's liberating.
Liberating indeed...nice work!
This is such an inspiring comment, I have been wanting to try beeswax wraps for a long time, making them today! Lots of love. ❤
I hope you like them as much as we do! Have fun! @@debbiekoortzen1154
I don't buy a lot of cleaning products as well, I am sensitive to a lot of them. So, have gone back to using baking soda and vinegar for some of the cleaning. I have even thought about making some hankies. I still buy paper towels, but not that often, as we mainly use kitchen towels. And most of the time we use toilet paper/paper towels for tissues, but I do keep out a box in my living room and one beside the bed.
Comparison is a killer!
Thank you Lisa for another really good video. My definition of success is like yours. In the worlds eyes I guess my husband and I would not be considered “successful”. We decided when we married to live on one income so that I could be home to raise our children. That meant we never had a big brand new house, 2 new cars and expensive jewelry and trips. We lived in a modest home that we fixed up, had 1 used car and took our kids camping in the summer. But you know what? We have some great family memories and close bonds between ourselves and our four children. Everything we buy is thrifted and used until it’s worn out. All of our children have a very good work ethic, are kind to others and generous in helping others and compassionate. To us, we have everything and are successful. I don’t buy any of those items either and I’m happier for it. I stopped getting salon haircuts years ago and people can’t believe it but I’ve also learned to cut my own layers - a tip from my older sister! Thank you again. I’m encouraged by your channel.
This is a wonderful success story for you and your family...you taught your children the important things in life...many blessings to you :)
@@asimpleseason2616 Thank you. You as well!
I also was a stay at home mom, and do believe my kids had a better life and we lived in the semi-country, so they played outside a lot. I saved so much money by cutting and dying my own hair and I always got compliments on it.
I never thought of using a book to share sentiments for immediate family! What a lovely idea! Much more meaningful. I will do this for sure!
I save all my coffee grounds in the empty 2lb coffee container . I mix it with the dirt in my garden. Or just throw it around flowering shrubs . It’s a great fertilizer for acid loving plants. My mom saved all the bar soap ends and put it in a small plastic container, you can put several in an infant size sock , tie in a knot wet it and use that soap to clean lots of things. She rubbed it on stains on aprons, cleaned outdoor items, anywhere you just need soap. You can get infant socks at goodwill or flea markets cheap. Stains on carpet, the uses are endless. We are still using our fridge we bought brand new in 1988, it’s now 2023. No bells and whistles just an inside the freezer compartment ice maker. My sister has had 4 refrigerators in the same time frame. We also have our gas stove for 34 years. We have paid off our mortgage before we retired. We have no credit card debt. Our 2018 and 2020 cars are paid for. We never lived above our means. Saved each year so we could travel at least 10 days every summer. Never went into debt for Christmas. It’s nice to be debt free since we were 59. Don’t try to keep up with the worlds view of spend spend and spend some more. You just have to keep working longer hours, then your health takes the toll. Your body is the only one you have. Take care of it first ! Don’t eat out more than once a week, and maybe one time fast food a week. God bless and thanks for your videos.
Lots of great tips!
I got rid of my microwave when it died, never replaced it. I was just using it to basically heat up items, maybe bake a potato, or cook eggs!
I live in an apartment, so I went back to heating up frozen leftovers, by thawing in fridge or on the counter, and heating in a pot on the stove. I bake dinners from scratch then roast potatoes or bake them in the oven.
Rarely do I eat out. I buy and prepare 'garden to table' meals. Freeze extra meals. I write a shopping list, stick to it & shop every other week, not weekly, grow my own vegetables. Wash some clothes by hand, laundry bi weekly. Shop in thrift, or "free" to take places, and I leave something when I take.
I enjoy you are in Canada! I also kept up my Pandemic Pantry and it has helped with saving $. Things that are on sale, (under $1) I buy one to 6 items and add onto my Pantry. One item a week, adds on to 52 food items for another year at last year's prices!
Love your message ❤️ I worked part time when raising four kids. It was a financial sacrifice. As a family we grew a food gardens, enjoyed outside adventures and often did some sort of community project (volunteering). We didn’t have a lot of stuff but they are amazing successful adults now.
And I m sure you have never missed stuff! And now you have beautiful grown children... What a blessing
No more o paper towels. I have enough old tshirts I cut up into rags. Wash until they fall apart, then throw away
Lisa you are amazing! You are spot on with your content - this video in particular. All these “smart” appliances, homes, cars, etc that are available now…they aren’t smart at all. They are devices made out of innumerable components waiting to break down. I much prefer a simple house with simple appliances & components that I can control so I can spend my time enjoying the things that bring me joy - like my garden & growing healthy food for myself & those I love. Thank you!
I grew up with the idea of less tech complicated is generally better. In the early 70s, my family took our one and only vacation. We road tripped from Indiana to see Gettysburg, PA. Six kids in the new car. Fancy electric windows. The driver window quit at the start of the trip. All those toll booths to toss coins into. My dad taught us all some new words and to not buy extras that just break. Buy as simple as you can.
What a story! I can imagine all the new words you learned LOL!
I do not buy the same things as you, but also I started to learn sewing skills to make some basic clothes. Nothing fancy but every day things, I knit my own socks and winter wear. I plan out my trips to the big store because it is over 30 miles away one way. Gas is so expensive so no extra trips. I do not buy hardly any pre boxed food. It costs twice as much as making it from scratch. I do not pay for any premium channels anymore. I have a ROKU tv. When my husband passed away 6 years ago my life changed completely. I have a 34 year old son with Autism, he has Aspergers. He is high functioning, but cannot take care of himself. He can cook small things, but like laundry and that kind of stuff he has to be supervised. Basically at 60. I do all the inside and outside work. He helps me but the brunt of it is on me. But the changes I made makes our life work and we are happy. So letting go of some stuff is different at first, but soon I realized I didn't miss it like I thought.
Losing a spouse is tough, Donna... it brings about so much change in everything...sounds like a lot of work and you've adapted to your new life well...I appreciate you sharing with us :)
Depending on what you can afford, it might be a good idea to hire someone to help with the heavier work. If you were to be injured doing it yourself, your life would quickly become more complicated. All the best to you and your son.
I pulled out my refrigerator with the filtered water line and ice maker, closed off the water line and bought a standard fridge. 1. No more water filters to purchase, 2. I don’t like the taste of ice cubes from it, 3. No more expensive repairs for it! I’ve been using hair conditioner to shave my legs & under arms for years! Skin feels so much softer.
Dave and I have been doing the same as you have. I retired early at 55. I now only buy needs ,not wants. We are preparing for Dave to retire in May at 61. Life changes are wonderful !
I don't like smart appliances. Smart phones can be too much at times. And they cost way more than not smart ones. I rather have a dumb washer and dryer. Lol! But I really miss our old washer and dryer.
Totally agree on jewelry, pre-cut fruit, shaving cream and purses. I use a backpack- it never slips off and boy can it hold more! ❤
No more plastic wrap or aluminum foil or even parchment paper.
Also no more plastic containers...i buy glass which doesn't soak up flavors or colors from food.
Wow! You nailed it all around! These are all things I taught (and still do) when I had my business. Make things do dual or triple duty. I use a plastic reusable coffee filter. I have very few electric appliances much less smart ones, microwave, 10 years old, coffee pot, toaster oven, portable hand mixer, and coffee grinder. I couldn't agree more with you on that. The only accessory I spent any amount of money on is earrings and they have to be pure gold which is a pain in the youknowhat. If I wear anything else my ears turn into a sore mess. So I have 2 pairs only. Since I hardly wear those, that's more than what I need really. I buy block cheese and grate it myself. Much cheaper. My success story is I survived my childhood. LOL
You have succeeded through many things, Juanita...glad to see you here :)
I also buy the block cheese and grate it myself. I find it taste fresher.
@@michellehoppes2402 I grate the cheese into snack size zip bags and freeze. When you freeze grated cheese, it's really fluffy when you take it out. I use cheese on my omelet each morning. When I take the bag out of the freezer I put it into a glass container with a lid and keep it in the fridge and it stays fluffy.
@@asimpleseason2616 Can't miss your videos. Yes, but we all have been thru stuff. I'm still kicking. lol
to me.... success means ive made it to the end of each day honorably... i live a very minimalistic life
I came from humble beginnings, and I agree and understand you are being intentional, which is so nice to save money. For me, it's simple and I that decision which will make you successful especially if you are contented. I was raised to be contente and believe me Ite worth it Keep up the good works and God bless you richly.
I stopped going to the hair salon they charge $50 for a trim. I bought a decent hair cutting scissor and do it myself. Saves me a lot of money and time
I inherited my parents' old homeplace and my mother's old upright freezer which is over 50 years old. It works great still! If I keep it stocked and organized it doesn't get easily iced up. Even though I live alone, I use it a lot to kept stocked up on items when they are in season or on sale. 😊
It's amazing how those old appliances just keep going! With grocery prices the way they are now, you're doing a good thing, Janet, stocking up when there are sales :)
I just realized I have been wearing a favorite T-shirt for 10 years and it still looks great!
Great advice! Especially "smart" appliances. I usually buy small appliances on eBay that are decades old and way cheaper than new. They work great and continue to work. If I have to buy a new appliance I get the most basic model I can. I don't need to monitor my thermostat or turn on my oven via my phone. As for what is it meant to do? A phone is to contact people! That's it! Watching movies on it or playing video games ruins your eyesight!
I also cut my own hair and (at 75) have given up dyeing altogether. I do like to shop, but I get almost all my clothes and accessories used, and like you I cycle things in and out. I haven't bought new outerwear in decades.
Amen. My favorite part of this video is you reciting the actual definition of success. PERFECT. Thank you for the entire nice video.
So glad you visited... thank you so much 😊
Hi i I enjoy all your vlogs. Please can you do a vlog how you layer your hair and style it. xxx
This is excellent advice. I’ve passed up some pretty silly things that social media says we can’t live without 🧐 I think , for me success is being content with and enjoying the life that I have been blessed with 🌷
Being content is no small thing...thanks, Karen :)
@@asimpleseason2616 ☺️🌹
Keep it simple, appliances are definitely in that category. My newest appliance is 23, the oldest 42.
Wow, Sharon! Amazing!
@asimpleseason2616 just realized my Kenwood stand mixer dates to the mid 70s. My Dad got it for me after he won on the Irish Sweepstakes.(usually got his tickets from the Catholic nuns and did well) My typewriter was a gift in 1968, took 1 year of typing and it paid my way reliably and through 10 years of higher education; just needs cleaning, oiling, and a new ribbon. No batteries required.
Still have things from parents and grandparents that still work fine. So much of the stuff made from plastics tend to break as I found out at work as we "upgraded" equipment, especially copiers.
Yes!!! These are most excellent sentiments ~ Every post you share resonates and I am truly thrilled to have found your channel!
Yay! And I am so glad you are here...thank you and have a wonderful evening :)
I’ve always felt that way about success. Things don’t make you happy.
I do not buy coffee filters either I use a percolator. I do have a watch but it's a simple Timex. My purse is a Montana West brand and my husband bought it for me for Christmas last year and I'll probably keep it till it falls apart. My vision of Success is quite different than when I was younger I am content in my home and rarely buy new furniture. My couch and love seat I bought from a neighbor when she bought a new "used" set off FB marketplace. I looked on Marketplace last week for a dresser emailed it to a friend who shops thrift stores and has a Van told her if she saw one like that to let me know and I would pay her or meet her there to buy it ( I have a Honda Civic way too small to move anything in). She emailed me a little later that she had one like it in her garage that I could have free. I have not had my hair professional cut in over 20 years I trim it myself and always wear it clipped up. I do not color my hair anymore haven't in the past 5 years. Anna In Ohio
I love the idea of a notebook for birthday wishes!!!
There is no more important task than to raise the next generation.
Indeed!
Agree on success. I live in an affluent neighborhood for the excellent public schools but have to be intentional about reminding myself that I don’t value “status cars”, plastic surgery, salon beauty treatments, designer fashion etc. similar to the coffee filters, I pay attention to single-use items especially things like paper towels, plastic sandwich bags, garbage bags (literally you’re buying garbage? Makes no sense!). I recognize they have a place and a purpose but I don’t need them to achieve my objectives. Great content!
As an artist, creating greeting cards is an expression of my love for someone and gives me a small outlet for my art. I try to gear that card to what I believe the recipient would like, and usually include words of encouragement and a Bible verse in it. I buy packs of 50 blank cardstock and envelopes on sale at craft stores. This makes cards cost pennies, each.
My husband eats lunch at work, so we use leftovers from the previous night's dinner and he warms that in the microwave at work for lunch the next day. Hot meal!
I enjoy making throw pillows, curtains, etc., to decorate our home. Knowing how to sew has saved us a lot of money. I used to work in a designer fabric store and helped people coordinate beautiful fabrics for their homes, knowing it was an investment for them to purchase, then paying an upholsterer or drapery maker to finish the job. That was expensive. I'm thankful to know how to sew for myself!
How wonderful! I'm sure the special people in your life love receiving the cards you make and having a creative outlet is so important...knowing how to sew is also such a great skill...I have a few things my mom has sewn for me like aprons, and curtains and I treasure them :)
@@asimpleseason2616 I am glad to find your channel and have already shared it with my daughters, and will be sharing it with others!
I like an analog watch because it’s easier to find the time than finding my phone, unlocking it and getting to the time screen. I get replacement batteries and watch straps from Amazon.
I agree with so many of these. We buy most of our clothes at thrift stores, and we have nice things. Someone just complimented my wool coat that I bought years ago at Goodwill. I'm not ashamed to tell people where I bought them, because it's nice to save $ on classic items.
"Simplicity is the keynote to elegance" ~ Coco Chanel
Smart lady! I tend not to shop as much so if I want to buy clothing, I'll spend the money on classic pieces. If given the choice I'd buy quality vs quantity bc it will last. Also I've always used basic drugstore brands for makeup- less expensive and its always served me well. ❤
I love this! You have expressed great wisdom in this video. We live in such a lavish, disposable culture that in the midst of the current economy many do not know how to scale back and live this way. I agree that we don't necessarily need all of the bells and whistles in our cars or appliances. They are manufactured to have short lifespans anyway, so why spend more for features that we probably don't even use much. It would be nice to have more basic options when buying big tickets items such as these. I have also grown to love homemade cleaners and skincare products, as well as using simple makeup that is duel purpose like an all in one color stick for lips, eyes, and blush. It makes housekeeping easier too when we live with less.
I agree with every single one of these. I love your idea of using a book instead of greeting cards, that is a brilliant idea. Your channel is such a happy place. ❤
Thanks so much, Debbie...I'm glad you found it useful :)
Great suggestions! Thank you! 🤗❤
I agree about the bells and whistles. We buy simple cars and appliances. For a purse, $25 is my limit. Recently I got a lovely bag from Temu., where we buy many things inexpensively for us and our home. And my daughter finds authentic, expensive designer bags at our local thrift store. Why pay more if you don't have to? And still get what you want. My brother gave us Louis Vuitton luggage, that just need to be taken to the repair shop to get the handles redone. Between the hand bags and the luggage that is thousands of dollars worth of things that maybe cost us $40. 🥰🍃🍂🍁💗✝🇺🇲
Loved your definition of success thank you xxx
Lisa, I love this video! I absolutely love the notebook idea. I never truly bought cards to send out except at Christmas time. To me, they are a waste of money and do nothing but take up landfill space once thrown away.
My idea of success is being the best you can be. Whether that’s being the best at your job or the best stay at home housewife. Wouldn’t it be lovely to turn the clock back to a more simpler time. When everything didn’t revolve around technology? And items were made to last.
I’m 77 and grew up in “simpler” times. No air conditioning, wringer washer, line dry, no microwave, air fryer. The presser cooker was the main kitchen convenience. With all of the whining about how hot the summers are most younger people couldn’t handle those times.
Here's another perspective about greeting cards: my best friend lives a thousand miles away. She knows I am alone and disabled. The fact that she spends time and money to send me cards every now and then means the world to me. Yes, we e-mail and talk on the phone, but seeing her handwriting (she always adds a note) touches me like nothing else.
Hi! My name is Michelle. I just found your channel today. I luv it! Thank u for sharing so many things!
Yay! So glad you found me and a warm welcome, Michelle :)
I'm a practical person by nature and habit. I spend money on quality items that are meant to last long. I could care less about all the bells a d whistles and I have also found they rarely hold up as well and are ridiculously expensive to repair. My husband and I are very handy in fixing things and doing it ourselves. When we married 41 years ago economy was really bad in the US a d especially our area so we learned quickly how to be frugal. I also used cloth diapers on our 4 children. I saved disposable for trips and the occasional emergency. Back then it was about saving money but now that we have a ton of grandkids, I hate how you literally cannot dispose of them in a more permanent way.
I re-use so many items for this reason too. It bugs me how quickly this stuff adds up. I'm back to glass storage as much as possible
I agree with all of them. Especially the appliances, to bad they are not as well made as the past. My refrigerator and washing machine just broke again. Only 17 years old. This time they got replaced. Ridiculous how many times they were repaired.
Great sharing, wonderful tips
Thanks so much for visiting, misty :)
Would you consider a makeup tutorial? I haven’t wore makeup in over ten years. I don’t care for it honestly but yours always looks good. You have a very natural glow with a pop of lip color.
How nice of you to say...I wear about 12 different products to achieve this look...on a low key day I wear fewer products... which are you more interested in?
@@asimpleseason2616your foundation and powder, lip color and blush. Most foundations are so cakey and heavy but yours isn’t. Any facial cleanser and moisturizer too.
You are right on appliances. My washing machine went out a few years ago and could not find a plain machine anywhere. I hate the new machine. Spin cycle comes and goes. It has always took twice as long for a load to wash. I've been looking for a good used old one.
Maytag commercial or Speed Queen machines, top loaders are the way to go. They fill up with water!
Oh, and the big box stores often have a substandard model, try to find a local appliance company.
@@tiggywinkle7522 thanks for the information. Yes I like the top loading machine.
Great video, heartwarming, thank you -Louise and Emily ❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
Yes words of wisdom.
Thank you for sharing! I especially appreciated your definition of success. I think it will help many to take another look at their lives or maybe just to define their meaning of real success.
Thank you so much, Sherrel :)
What a great idea to use a journal instead of cards - the messages will be in one place and so it’s easy to save and reread. Also I love your definition of success!
Thanks for the visit, Lorna and glad you found it helpful! :)
Great video 💕
Kuddos to you Lisa!! Agree 100%.
What a great message your video brings…the watch mention rings true for me. I love wearing watches…I wear one daily. Approximately 8 years ago I received a Rolex watch for a milestone I reached wear I work; not a super fancy one - but something I never would have bought. I NEVER wear it…I did when I first got it…but I prefer my hundred dollar Fossil I’ve had for years. I like it better and I’m not concerned about damaging or misplacing it. I don’t buy the expensive handbags either for the same reason. Love this channel! Thank you for your wonderful videos
I use coffee filters for snack bowls too 😂
I just bought 6 winter gowns for 20 dollars from a neighborhood sales app, and I’m so happy to have them. It would have cost almost 200 dollars after tax for those gowns new, and they are in new condition, so new too me 😊
Thank you for sharing this wisdom. The best things in life don't come from a store.
So true!
I love your definition of success and wholeheartedly agree. We've stopped buying any food that is premade; instead, I just make everything from scratch. I've also started making my own powdered creamer, shampoo and conditioner bars, soaps, face serums, body washes, and face washes. Like you, I learned how to cut and color my hair; when I realized how much the salon was costing per year, it just wasn't justifiable. People haven't really noticed a difference, so I take that as a compliment. ☺
Love that!
May I ask how do you make your creamer? I would like to start making mine too : )
@@user-hw9vf4pl9s Sure! I opted for a powdered creamer because it seemed a better, more frugal option because of my dairy allergy. I use powdered coconut milk; however, any powdered milk works for the recipe. It's 1 cup powdered milk, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and 1-2 tablespoons of the spices of your choice. I've made a few variations: 1. cinnamon, 2. nutmeg/clove (with some brown sugar to give it a gingerbread flavor), and 3. pumpkin spice. I just mix it up and store it in a mason jar. It's shelf stable for one year. It even froths! 😊
@@user-hw9vf4pl9s Me, too!
Plus cut up fruit from the store is more apt to have contamination.
And it always tastes a little funky because they probably have to sprinkle some kind of preservative on it. I also never buy chopped, bagged salad or lettuce because you can smell the preservative when you open the bag.( plus it always gives me diarrhea-same with restaurant salad bars who use the same preserved pre cut salad.😖😵💫
@@lauramitchell6725 Agree . I don’t like bagged salad.
Madam love you ur words are so true.... Please make a video if possible for traveling food .... Since u have so much knowledge about older days
Hi Lisa, It is very hard to buy a basic appliance. Even the basic model has modern chips in them. I quit buying most of your list as well. I just bought a new dryer and got the basic model. Have a wonderful Fall. Well, if that new version of success is what is important, I am happy just the way I am.
Yes, a lot of the new things have the chips in them and it's hard to find things without...sometimes we have luck finding a refurbished older appliance....and "happy just the way you are" is lovely :)
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it
Not buying bread, broth bone stock, toothpaste, laundry detergent. I make my own, is cheaper and better quality when you control ingredients and list ,keeps growing.
God Bless You.... 🙏
Touche’. I couldn’t have said it better. I have luxury items already but I’d rather have put the money in the bank after giving to my favorite charity Tunnels to Towers. 🙋♀️☕️❤️🙏🇺🇸
I do not replace my cell phone every year I don’t replace them until they start having issues because the memory is starting to fill up. I wish the appliance industry would stop with the planned obsolescence. I would much rather support a company that has a product that I can trust for many years
Good episode
Yes !
Love your definition of success~
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Love this topic! Thanks. An you pls share you’re skin care routine, makeup tutorial, etc. you’re gorgeous!
The smartest thing I ever did was move to Vermont from California since my retirement. The pace of life is slower here, and much richer in terms of human connections. Thrift stores are bulging with wonderful, old, they-don't-make-em-like-that-anymore goods that are still in great condition: furniture, clothing, kitchen goods and appliances, at prices that seem like typos. I live within walking distance of downtown. Local buses are free and the train stops here, so I no longer have or need a car. I don't own a smartphone, so I'm not at the world's beck and call 24/7. I do have a laptop, so I don't need a TV; my library card came with a membership to Kanopy, so I can watch classic movies and documentaries online. This is such a satisfying way to live! I'm surprised more people aren't choosing this lifestyle.
Wow, sounds wonderful
I share your values and meaning of success. Little, simple things, the satisfaction of helping others, and hearing, "You are a blessing to me" make me happy and feeling successful.
Well said! Thank you for sharing Nadja :)
I'm with you. Basic appliances, color my own hair. I do get a trim twice a year. I buy the girls more clothes, they are in school. My clothes are mix and match from season to season. I buy clothes and other items when I feel I get a decent deal. Last year I found blue jeans for one of my girls. She loves them, marked down to 4 dollars each. Yes 4 dollars.
That's a great deal for jeans...you can't even thrift them for that! :)
@@asimpleseason2616 I know, I've started looking for their winter clothes. Shop early, good deals
I know this is off-topic. But I just love your blush and lipstick you look so fresh and vibrant and gorgeous! Absolutely stunning 😊
Oh thank you!
Simple is definitely better and less is definitely more.
I've been using castile soap for body and hair (being male without regard for hair dye allows this) and it saves a lot of money and the essential tea tree oil is healing. Just started encapsulating my own bulk supplement powders (had to do this for a very alkaline, bitter, powder) it saves money as well as allows me control over the contents. On the subject of supplements, have also stopped buying high priced ones that lend little or no help. After testing new ones, I'll go off them for a few days (consulting with my physician and trusted sources) then note any return of whatever I started taking them for. My goal is to enhance health while avoiding "multipharrmacy" aka drug interaction. I'm just starting a test to reduce my blood pressure medicine (after consistent normal readings at home and consultation with my Doctor) my hope is to go off them altogether.
Please think twice and three times before discontinuing your blood pressure meds. Strokes can be life-changing in the most awful way.
@@jeanetteh.9240 Thank you kindly for the concern. I did my gradual decrease of BP meds as per Doctors instructions and continue monitoring with my home cuff. After seeing normal BP every time, and experiencing weight loss due to dietary changes, I am completely off the meds. My BP dropped after taking Magnesium Citrate with water before bedtime, I plan on switching to colloidal magnesium soon since the Magnesium Citrate can have a diuretic effect. Thanks again for your kind concern :)
I do the same with conditioner because I always have so much more than needed and it works very nice. I had a couple of subscriptions that I've cancelled. Really didn't even have the time to read through them.
Everyone you named I also don't buy. I will go get my hair cut but only once every year or 2. I've been cutting it myself. I just found your channel and am definitely seeing I am relating to you and look forward to watching more!
Longer hair is so much easier to manage, isn't it? Thanks so much for visiting, Tabitha...hope you have a great Sunday :)
I haven't purchased steel wool pads in over a decade. Instead, I save clean (used) pieces of tin foil. I ball them up, add dish soap and scrub all of my metal cookware. Then I toss it in the ♻️ recycle bin and it doesn't go to the landfills.
What a great idea 😊
Thanks for the tips. This fall the fashion influencers are intense.
How do you mean, Vanessa...I don't really follow fashion channels... what's happening in that realm?
She's so pretty. She has the same coloring as my late mother who is Irish- dark hair, blonde skin.
I go to the Goodwill et/al. My niece keeps finding Coach and Kate Spade bags in excellent condition which she resells as her way of making money for her European vacation. All my designer bags were under ten bucks.
😂 you should see my purses when I'm done with them. They basically are coming apart at the seams. But I do tend to spend money on other items when there is no need to. I'm learning to use everything that I have first.
You touched on the value of a person and not the wealth of the person. My pastor once said "you never see a tombstone listing the things the person did for themself".
Oh my goodness, true words to be sure!