Are You Strong Enough to Join Me in One Year of No Shopping?

Do we need it, or are we simply spoiled?

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I own two pairs of walking shoes, two pairs of hiking boots, and two pairs of court shoes.

That’s six pairs of shoes, and I haven’t even counted the ballet flats, heels, boots, and sandals that fill the shelves of my closet.

My logical mind tells me I must alternate the athletic shoes, never wearing the same pair on two consecutive days.

I heard they had to air out. Seriously? For over 24 hours? Hmmm. Could this be an advertising ploy, so we buy more?

I ordered undereye cream and was incorrectly sent and charged for two rather than one. I decided I’d keep the extra as I’ll eventually use it. No matter that one tube lasts at least six months.

Don’t even get me started on how I love to shop when Athleta or Everlane, two of my favorite online retailers, have a sale or a “special” discount for loyal customers. Shameful, I’m afraid.

And books. Hey, it’s an education, a pastime, good for forging new brain neural pathways, right?

My latest read is These Precious Days by Ann Patchett, a compilation of essays.