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    Old 07-08-2017, 09:43 AM
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    Default Just because I might be poor -

    I have heard that beggars can't be choosers - and while that is true -

    I still might have an idea of what looks nice -

    I still might recognize well-made from not well-made -

    I still might recognize good quality from poor quality -

    I still might know that what might have been "expensive" is not always "appropriate" -

    I can still recognize when something has been made with care -

    I might still have a sense of what is good design or not -
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    Old 07-08-2017, 09:47 AM
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    Old 07-08-2017, 11:34 AM
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    So true. Always give your best.
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    Old 07-08-2017, 01:49 PM
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    Yay, Bear!! That is truly so worthwhile to remember! I shall pass it on as I am one of the "SoSec only income" people!
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    Old 07-08-2017, 04:21 PM
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    The most important thing to remember is: No matter how much stuff, money or anything else you have, you can't take it with you.
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    Old 07-08-2017, 11:38 PM
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    My grandfather use to say, "we're not poor, we're just broke".
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    Old 07-09-2017, 02:45 AM
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    Indeed, one can distinguish between better vs poorer......but if the need is great, the article will be welcomed....whatever the quality.
    We were taught never to look a gift horse in the mouth. Just accept it gracefully and thankfully.
    My mom used to say: "just remember there are children in Africa that would jump for joy to get this!"
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    Old 07-09-2017, 03:20 AM
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    I once hear "well until our ship comes in, we'll just have to keep paddling our little boat"
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    Old 07-09-2017, 07:25 AM
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    Love them all! So true.
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    Old 07-09-2017, 10:20 AM
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    I was once or twice very poor. we now own a condo with all the amenities, a sewing machine, fabric, a husband that loves me and a son with a job. I'm so rich right now!!!!!
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