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Just Bought Another...?

occasionalrain — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:30:46 GMT

Other than groceries, I need nothing. Still, if I come upon a coffee mug that's just so appealing, I buy it. Yesterday, was one with a sweet little bird on it. I have holiday mugs, imported mugs, vintage mugs, Edward Gory mugs...enough mugs to serve, "everyone and his brother". They aren't all that expensive, so where's the harm?

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Zhills — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:35:49 GMT

You enjoy them..that is all that matters! Life is short!

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BoopOMatic — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:36:40 GMT

There's no harm at all.

I have handbags running out of my ears but I'm still tempted to buy another. It's okay to treat yourself once in a while.

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chrystaltree — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:45:36 GMT

I collect coffee mugs. I buy one to celebrate every vacation, every event, every holiday. Friends and family all bring me interesting mugs to add to my collection. As long as they bring you joy, keep adding to your collection. At 6am when I make that first cup of coffee, I smile when I look at my mugs and decide which one I'm going to use.

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occasionalrain — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:46:06 GMT

@chrystaltree wrote:
I collect coffee mugs. I buy one to celebrate every vacation, every event, every holiday. Friends and family all bring me interesting mugs to add to my collection. As long as they bring you joy, keep adding to your collection. At 6am when I make that first cup of coffee, I smile when I loom at my mugs and decide which one I'm going to use.

I do the same. It begins the day with a smile.

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happilyretiredgirl — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:50:17 GMT

I love collecting dishes, and I don't need anymore, but I can't help myself I love all kinds of dishes, bowls, mugs and will continue to buy as long as I can.....life is short so enjoy the little things that make you happy!

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eadu4 — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:53:15 GMT

@occasionalrain I love coffee mugs. I love coffee, tea and hot chocolate so I can never have enough mugs! I also can never resist a cute, funny, or pretty mug. I have favorites but I have yet to meet a mug I didn't like. Probably because I love everything that I put into the mugs lol. Never feel guilty about a mug. They hold many wonderful things that can feel like a warm hug when you need one.

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occasionalrain — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 18:15:43 GMT

@eadu4 wrote:
@occasionalrain I love coffee mugs. I love coffee, tea and hot chocolate so I can never have enough mugs! I also can never resist a cute, funny, or pretty mug. I have favorites but I have yet to meet a mug I didn't like. Probably because I love everything that I put into the mugs lol. Never feel guilty about a mug. They hold many wonderful things that can feel like a warm hug when you need one.

You're right about that, coffee is my friend, along with tea and hot chocolate. On cold winter days with lots of snow, I have hot chocolate with buttered toast. It takes me back to coming in from sled riding, and warming up with toast and hot chocolate by the fire.

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Mersha — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 18:18:10 GMT

If you find something that brings a smile to your face, go for it.

I keep telling myself that when I purchase yet another lipstick/lip gloss.

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chickenbutt — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 18:20:55 GMT

I'm going through a hard time, so I spend little to nothing on myself right now. But I like seeing some little thing that makes me smile. I like the idea of your birdie mug. I'm a sukker for stuff with animals on it, so I can relate. Something like that I'll snag if it speaks to me.

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Mersha — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 18:24:49 GMT

@chickenbutt wrote:
I'm going through a hard time, so I spend little to nothing on myself right now. But I like seeing some little thing that makes me smile. I like the idea of your birdie mug. I'm a sukker for stuff with animals on it, so I can relate. Something like that I'll snag if it speaks to me.

@chickenbutt I hope things improve very soon. Hang in there and I wish you well.

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meallen616 — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 18:27:19 GMT

Treat yourself,

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LindaSal — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 18:36:44 GMT

@chrystaltree That is so funny, I started a coffee mug collection when I was 20 years old.

I now have 144 from all over the world and every state in the US. Mine have to say where it's from ie. Maine or Grand Canyon etc.......Many I bought myself but also many were gifts as friends or relatives traveled. In my previous home my husband literally built me a custom shelf wall for their display. Since we downsized though they are now sitting packed in boxes in the basement Just don't have the room anymore........not sure what will end up happening to them but I may donate most and keep the most sentimental ones. It did bring me joy though.

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gidgetgh — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 18:38:36 GMT

@BoopOMatic wrote:
There's no harm at all.
I have handbags running out of my ears but I'm still tempted to buy another. It's okay to treat yourself once in a while.

@BoopOMatic - purses for me too. Well, purses and Birkenstocks. I am powerless.

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gidgetgh — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 18:39:53 GMT

@chickenbutt wrote:
I'm going through a hard time, so I spend little to nothing on myself right now. But I like seeing some little thing that makes me smile. I like the idea of your birdie mug. I'm a sukker for stuff with animals on it, so I can relate. Something like that I'll snag if it speaks to me.

@chickenbutt - I'm so sorry you're going through a hard time. I hope better days are ahead for you.

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phoenixbrd — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 19:36:01 GMT

If it pleases you...go for it!🍺🤙

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phoenixbrd — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 19:43:13 GMT

@chickenbutt I hope the sun shines for you soon. Yes. animals are our comfort..so keyed in to how we feel and always ready with kisses and hugs. Sending you thoughts of joy during this bump in the road🌷

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Trailrun23 — Sun, 07 Aug 2022 02:59:03 GMT

I finally had to donate a lot of coffee mugs because they were taking over all of my shelf space. Trying to downsize but it is difficult. DH still has his favorite coffee mug. It is stained and gross looking, but it is the only one he uses, even with at least two dozen nice ones sitting right next to the awful one in the cabinet. I don't have the heart to throw it away...I would be embarrassed to donate it. Mugs are practical and useful...so you can justify buying one that catches your eye...but I feel like if I buy something I don't really need, I have to use it. Downsizing isn't going too well here....

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lynnie61 — Sun, 07 Aug 2022 03:11:03 GMT

Sometimes something small can just give us pure happiness. I have a saying on a magnet, that gives me joy every day. The simple things in life sometimes......

@chickenbutt awww, thinking of you. Take care and hope things improve soon for you.