tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738048378012755564.post2610062709426871601..comments2024-03-06T03:23:51.904-08:00Comments on Surviving Middle-Aged Widowhood: Discount Shoes and Discounted GroceriesWidow in the Middlehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01598249263166943162noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738048378012755564.post-25553824432244424302010-06-05T08:26:02.004-07:002010-06-05T08:26:02.004-07:00Beth - I will try to recall your words about being...Beth - I will try to recall your words about being a good mother when the boys give me attitude, which as you know still happens even to good moms with good kids.<br /><br />Julie - I really appreciate your saying that I was resilient and creative. This week, when things got tough at work I thought back to those descriptors and it gave me strength to carry on. I like the sound of those words. They do describe me.<br /><br />CCC - I like the word resourceful too!<br /><br />Bev - I just know that since facing financial hardship, how uninspired by shopping and material possessions I have become. And when I buy something, I take care and the time to really consider the item's value and my need/desire for it. I like how you describe it as a game. It is enjoyable for me to go into the grocery store and know I've struck gold when I pick up my 99 cent meat specials! I truly do not think I will ever go back to mindless spending but will forever more be on the lookout for bargains!Widow in the Middlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01598249263166943162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738048378012755564.post-85784560067942209342010-06-04T17:12:06.388-07:002010-06-04T17:12:06.388-07:00I expect your boys will probably grow up understan...I expect your boys will probably grow up understanding the value of a dollar -- something that a lot of people don't seem to understand or appreciate any more. When I was growing up, both of my parents bought (or made) what we needed - nothing fancy. I never owned a barbie doll, but had some other doll that cost about a quarter as much instead. I don't care much about expensive things now. I probably haven't paid more than $20 for a pair of shoes in my life -- usually look for pairs for 5 or 10 dollars out of the bargain bin. I see it as a fun and useful game. Judging by the crowds shopping at places like Value Village, etc.. I guess there are getting to be a lot of people thinking the same way. No need to feel bad about not paying exorbitant prices for goods that are almost the same and priced for much less. Kudos to you, and to your boys for being happy with what they receive!bevhttp://magickcanoe.com/blog11noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738048378012755564.post-1301279511826299302010-06-04T07:37:13.590-07:002010-06-04T07:37:13.590-07:00An excellent example of what a loving, resourceful...An excellent example of what a loving, resourceful person you are! :-)<br /><br />Hugs ...CCCnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738048378012755564.post-67732162624797141672010-06-03T17:31:47.547-07:002010-06-03T17:31:47.547-07:00This is indeed a valuable lesson, and one they wil...This is indeed a valuable lesson, and one they will carry with them always. How often do you hear people saying that they had a happy childhood despite not having material things? My children knew we didn't have much during their childhoods, they learnt to limit their requests for additional things to Christmas and birthdays, and they learnt how to appreciate what they have. Now they know clearly the difference between wants and needs, and I am proud to say do not waste money. All good life lessons. You need to own that you made that happen, and appreciate that you are so resilient and creative in the way you provide for them. Many many people out there would not have been eating as well as you that night despite having a lot more monetary resources!<br />JulieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738048378012755564.post-67363485537957311582010-06-03T06:04:27.177-07:002010-06-03T06:04:27.177-07:00You are teaching your sons a valuable lesson, some...You are teaching your sons a valuable lesson, something that is lost nowadays -- being thankful, especially with the basics of life. You are a great mom and they will continue to see that!! :D<br /><br />BethinNCBethinNChttp://www.bsk4blog.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.com