A Big Decision & A Day Off Work.

So, I’ve decided something. Something BIG.

I’m not going to be wishy washy about it anymore.

I’m only buying new things made in the USA.* That means food (as always. No bananas or kiwi for me!), clothes, housewares, everything! And if I buy it from the thrift store or otherwise used, it doesn’t matter where it’s from.

There are three reasons why I’m finally committing to this:
1– It’s better for OUR economy, and we need it!
2 – Shipping something from China take a lot more fuel than shipping something within this country. Better for the environment.
3– There are labor laws in place in the US that aren’t in place in many locations overseas. (That’s not to say, of course, that the laws are always followed here.) I want to be sure my things come from people who aren’t being exploited or are insanely young. Better for people.

My first Made in the USA purchase. Orla Kiely from Target. Love it!

I’m a little nervous about what I’ll do when it comes to crafting, since 90% of the stuff in craft stores is made in China. But I know I have to do this!

*Or other developed countries, if need be. What? Sweden makes some really cute fabric!
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In other news, I’ll be spending today…

with these cuties…

…trying to take a good picture…

…and Christmas tree which has become the holiday tree (currently the St. Patrick’s Day tree)…

…complete with bars of Irish Spring. My mom is awesome.