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[wilma]

The things that really stand out in my mind that I don't use anymore are wall, desk, and pocket calendars.

I used to have a large calendar on my desk at work and another at home. I wrote on the calendars all my appointments and important things to remember. I had pretty wall calendars in my home and classtoom too. I also carried a pocket size calendar in my purse with important dates and info. 

I don't use any of those now.

I use the calendar App on my iPhone for all that info.

If I lose my phone, I'm in big trouble! 🥴😱

Hope Everyone has a Good Week!

[SloopJohnB]

I used to subscribe to magazines like Cosmo, now I get AARP monthly.

I used to clothes shop in the Juniors section of department stores, now I'm more towards the Seniors section.  

[SloopJohnB]

Used to drive our manual and automatic cars and STILL drive a manual and automatic car.  

[just bee]

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@wilma wrote:

The things that really stand out in my mind that I don't use anymore are wall, desk, and pocket calendars.

I used to have a large calendar on my desk at work and another at home. I wrote on the calendars all my appointments and important things to remember. I had pretty wall calendars in my home and classtoom too. I also carried a pocket size calendar in my purse with important dates and info. 

I don't use any of those now.

I use the calendar App on my iPhone for all that info.

If I lose my phone, I'm in big trouble! 🥴😱

Hope Everyone has a Good Week!

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@wilma 

Several years ago I worked with an RN who had a house full of kids and pets and each one had a very specific schedule.  I found a clever calendar that organized all the appointments, games, school functions, vet visits -- everything.

And I thought she could hang it somewhere in the house so everyone could see it and know where they were supposed to be.

I handed it to her at work and she laughed.  Said she didn't need it because her whole life was on her phone.  And then she regifted it right in front of me!

The next day she left her whole life on the bus.

Just sayin'. 

[JeanLouiseFinch]

In no particular order - 

 I used to use a percolator -  now I use a dual brew drip pot.

I used to use K-cups - now I grind my own coffee beans and use a stainless steel permanent filter.

I used to eat potatoes, pasta, and rice - now I don’t.

I used to drink cow’s milk - now I don’t.

I used to use sugar - now I use monk fruit, allulose, and stevia.

I used to use Coffeemate flavored creamers - now I use heavy whipping cream.

I used to use any brand of butter - now I use Kerrygold.

I used to use all purpose flour - now I use almond flour and sometimes coconut flour.

I used to use Motrin - now I use Tylenol.

I used to use Tupperware and Lock-n-Lock - now I use Pyrex, Anchor Hocking, and Mason Jars.

I used to use powdered clothes detergent - now I use liquid.

I used to drink pop - now I drink water and add flavor drops.

I used to use Hoover vacuums - now I use Shark.

I used to burn candles - now I use a warming lamp.

I used to let aluminum pans and foil touch my food - now I place parchment paper in between.

I used to use plastic and wood cutting boards - now I use titanium.

I used to use an alarm clock daily - now I’m naturally awake before the birds.

I used to subscribe to the local newspaper - now I see local news on Facebook.

I used to pay for things mostly by cash or check - now I use autopay, credit card, Zelle, Venmo.

I used to shop for everything in person - now I often shop online, but not for groceries.

I used to use a separate camera - now I use my phone’s camera.

I used to wear heels - now I wear flats.

I used to use Mapquest printouts - now I use Google Maps.

I used to use a body scrub - now I use exfoliating gloves.

I used to use an outdoor grill - now I use a Ninja Foodie XL Smart Grill.

LOL, once I started thinking about this I obviously got on a roll.  😄 🤷‍♀️. 

[threecees]

Corded vacuum cleaners. Now use cordless vacuum for 3 floors of home

but make countless trips to empty the very small canister.

[Mom2Dogs]

@Laura14   Can I assume that you pay for internet as well as a cable service?   Or do you subscribe to a streaming service?

I am trying to get my husband to cut the cord...been trying for a long time...there are several programs he feels he must be able to watch....therefore I would need at least two different streaming services to meet his wants.

[just bee]

@JeanLouiseFinch 

Yes, Kerrygold!

I usually don't put anything in my tea but, when we buy heavy whipping cream for a recipe and there's plenty left in the bottle, it's always a nice addition. 

[SloopJohnB]

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@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:

In no particular order - 

 I used to use a percolator -  now I use a dual brew drip pot.

I used to use K-cups - now I grind my own coffee beans and use a stainless steel permanent filter.

I used to eat potatoes, pasta, and rice - now I don’t.

I used to drink cow’s milk - now I don’t.

I used to use sugar - now I use monk fruit, allulose, and stevia.

I used to use Coffeemate flavored creamers - now I use heavy whipping cream.

I used to use any brand of butter - now I use Kerrygold.

I used to use all purpose flour - now I use almond flour and sometimes coconut flour.

I used to use Motrin - now I use Tylenol.

I used to use Tupperware and Lock-n-Lock - now I use Pyrex, Anchor Hocking, and Mason Jars.

I used to use powdered clothes detergent - now I use liquid.

I used to drink pop - now I drink water and add flavor drops.

I used to use Hoover vacuums - now I use Shark.

I used to burn candles - now I use a warming lamp.

I used to let aluminum pans and foil touch my food - now I place parchment paper in between.

I used to use plastic and wood cutting boards - now I use titanium.

I used to use an alarm clock daily - now I’m naturally awake before the birds.

I used to subscribe to the local newspaper - now I see local news on Facebook.

I used to pay for things mostly by cash or check - now I use autopay, credit card, Zelle, Venmo.

I used to shop for everything in person - now I often shop online, but not for groceries.

I used to use a separate camera - now I use my phone’s camera.

I used to wear heels - now I wear flats.

I used to use Mapquest printouts - now I use Google Maps.

I used to use a body scrub - now I use exfoliating gloves.

I used to use an outdoor grill - now I use a Ninja Foodie XL Smart Grill.

LOL, once I started thinking about this I obviously got on a roll.  😄 🤷‍♀️. 

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@JeanLouiseFinch   Great & detailed list!

[Regal Bee]

I don't use plastic anything (unless there is NO other choice)....I detest plastic.