We have a rule in our household about the kids picking out new toys/ clothes. In order to bring something new into our house, one has to donate/ give to others the same amount in return. At first my 4 year old was reluctant( to say the least). However, as soon as she noticed we were sticking to the rule, she started seeing friends enjoying her old toys and got behind the idea. Now, she actually tells me when clothes are too small for her and to give them to her friends. I always enjoy getting rid of the clutter knowing that others will take joy/ make good use of what we no longer fit in and/or no longer have use for. Also, a lot of second hand/ thrift stores have their funding go toward good causes.
As a have really be working on have a "memories are more valuable than things" mentality at our house. Anyone who has been over to visit will contest to the fact we need to continue to work on this. With this said -- less consumption is better for the environment and brings peace of mind.
Our favorite place to donate is the Orono Thrift Store, all proceeds go to the Orono Health Association to aid elderly / ill folks in the community with the healthy equipment they need ( walkers, wheel chairs, oxygen tanks, etc.). The entire store is run by volunteers only who spend hours putting it all together. They do not charge an arm and a leg for what they sell, yet take in consideration how much supplies cost for others.
As a have really be working on have a "memories are more valuable than things" mentality at our house. Anyone who has been over to visit will contest to the fact we need to continue to work on this. With this said -- less consumption is better for the environment and brings peace of mind.
Our favorite place to donate is the Orono Thrift Store, all proceeds go to the Orono Health Association to aid elderly / ill folks in the community with the healthy equipment they need ( walkers, wheel chairs, oxygen tanks, etc.). The entire store is run by volunteers only who spend hours putting it all together. They do not charge an arm and a leg for what they sell, yet take in consideration how much supplies cost for others.
Thanks for the kind words about Orono Thrift, Rachel. We really do try to be a win-win-win organization. Donating to support our community, providing reasonably priced goods for those who need them, responsibly recycling materials to keep them out of the waste stream. And we love kids!
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