Growing up with a dad from the depression era is truly a blessed event. My dad could, and still does, fix anything. Automotive, electrical, plumbing, construction, gadgets, whatever. In his day and age you fixed again and again until it was worn out, then you used those parts to fix other things. It was the same with clothes. You patched, darned and sewed until it was proper to wear. The skills that our "greatest generation" have are dwindling. We are prone to throw out instead of repair. Why? It is easier to replace instead of repair, and more cost effective in a lot of situations. Computer, video and electronic repair is staggering in cost. The systems are so complex you would have to have degree to know how to fix them. This all has consequence that are far beyond the simple money issues. What about our bulging land fills? Are we really greening the future when we dispose instead of recycle. Learn at least where to take old equipment for recycling. Better yet, learn how to fix things. Find a skilled friend that will teach you a new skill in home or automotive repairs. You will find that when you do start taking a part in this movement you will find more "disposable" income at your fingertips, to invest in your future. So, my dad attempted to teach me a thing or two...some caught on, some skipped a generation to my children. I am reaping the benefits now. What skill was passed on to you? Tell us your story.
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I had planned on recycling our refrigerator. Habitat for Humanity has a program called Habitat ReStore where they take old appliances, cabinets, counter tops, doors, etc, fix them, and re-sell them. Proceeds go to Habitat for Humanity. Unfortunately, Levi was taking the old fridge to the dump before I realized what he was doing.
I'm glad I grew up in a home where we used it till it broke, then found the cheapest option.
As far as landfills go, I'm of the opinion that Christ will return and make everything pretty before landfills take over the earth. =D
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