Comments on: Making Do

By: Jeanne @ Inspiring Ideas

Jeanne @ Inspiring Ideas — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 03:54:36 +0000

YES! My philosophy too! The not buying, but living. Love it! I always choose an experience over a “thing.” Thanks for the post!

By: Kristine

Kristine — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 00:15:13 +0000

Fabulous post, Kristi! It made clear to me how much I have changed during my 40 years. I remember being in my late teens and early 20’s, any time I got something new I just had to show it off to my friends/family. At a certain point I realized that I frequently did this, but some of my friends did not behave in the same way. As time went buy I noticed more and more this was how everyone in my family behaved. Materialism/acquisition and showing it off is very important.

Over time I have found I am overwhelmed by things which serve no purpose in my life and have pared down. I no longer acquire just for something new. I occasionally fall back into old habits, but with decreasing frequency. I no longer live the same way as many of my family members. In fact, my daughter and I just implemented a household rule for this year. The rule is that for everything new that comes into our home, something comparable must be released (sold, donated, given away or thrown out) Christmas and Birthday presents excluded. At the end of the year we will evaluate and see how we’ve done. The plan doesn’t “make do” as much as we could, but I want us to do something that we have a hope at succeeding at and truly making a difference in our lives. We can build from there.

By: Agnes

Agnes — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 15:27:38 +0000

I love love love this post.
I miss Europe.
Happy New Year

By: Beth G

Beth G — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 22:41:28 +0000

It’s very hot, and they’re both a little out of sorts with each other. She wants him to take her dancing tonight but he has plans with his friends and won’t take her out. They’re going to go for a drink at the cafe downstairs, but she’s pouting and he’s waiting impatiently. He doesn’t want to rush her and make her more angry, because he plans to come back later tonight.

By: annecychic

annecychic — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 22:27:56 +0000

Yes, I love *making do.* Some of my favorite meal, favorite outfits, favorite experiences have grown out of making do with what was available, what I had in the moment. K, this is inspiring as we all begin to think about the new year and what is important in our lives.

By: Kristi

Kristi — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 12:16:01 +0000

Stephanie,
Thanks, you always inspire me, as well. I think it’s because we both have similar views on so many things!
Nancy, I have seen the infinity scarves, but they are not my favorite style for some reason … maybe it’s just that traditional side of me.

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 23:01:33 +0000

I love that picture! It does stir the emotions doesn’t it? I read this post earlier today and thought about it for a while and decided not to go to the grocery store but to come up with an idea for dinner using ingredients I have on hand. Spaghetti and meat sauce is just starting to simmer on the stove as we speak. I defrosted the meat in the microwave and it was a snap to put together. I also think I squashed an unhealthy and very silly want for a new expensive purse in the shape of a tote bag. I pulled out a longchamp bag I have in my car that I use literally as a tote bag for extra work things and turned it into my new purse. It’s much lighter weight and I really like it! The best part is it’s free. It’s really casual too with short handles and no zipper on top, but I like the look of it.

Hmmm, I wonder what else I can come up with this evening? I think these are my favorite posts you do. They always inspire me. Are you writing a book about this stuff? **I hope so **