November is a time of stuffing – stuffing turkey, and often stuffing ourselves.

Then it was time to stuff “things” as the annual holiday buying spree began the day after Thanksgiving. Many people see the word “sale” and think it says “buy” even though the letters are different.

Like all of you, I rushed out to buy the newspaper and looked at all the after Thanksgiving sales. But I looked with a purpose; I was looking for something. I wanted a portable hard drive so I could take more with me than I could on a memory stick as well as not have to worry about leaving something behind when I speak or consult.

My power point presentations and pictures take up a lot of space. I wanted more space to be able to work on presentations or products when I was flying. And I found a good deal on the day after Thanksgiving. No, I was not there at 7am when they opened. I arrived mid-morning and made my purchase after the hustle and bustle of the crowd was gone.

When you look at the word SALE, also look at the word STOP.
Stop and ask: a. Do you really need this item? b. Does this item contribute to your well-being or give you a special pleasure?

Everything I bought this season has been because I need it or gives me long-lasting pleasure for my hobby. My hobby got a real “makeover” these past 2 weeks before my hubbie’s sister and brother-in-law arrived for Thanksgiving. I have to learn how to do a u-tube, when all is running well, and show you.

So when you are out shopping SALE, remember to STOP and ask.

Happy Chanukah for this coming week.

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