What I Buy Wednesday

This post is a little misleading because I didn't buy any of this stuff last week. I bought it right before Christmas, but then had too much to blog about then.

About a week before Christmas, I got an email offer for 25% off Toms---plus a free fleece blanket.  I've always liked Toms--not necessarily for how they look, but for how comfortable they are.

I hadn't really planned to buy any new shoes, but when I saw these, I just couldn't resist. They have styled them differently. I actually love these! The same comfort and the same cause. For each pair you buy, they donate a pair. Toms are cheap. They don't last forever that's for sure, but they are worth the price. You can check them out here.

 I find that I am drawn to products associated with a cause. That lead me to "thrive causemetics." From their website: We deliver our products + services to women experiencing cancer, homelessness, or domestic violence by giving to hospitals, organizations + events around the world. I have been using some of their products for a little while now. They are reasonably priced. But I have to say, the lash extension mascara is fabulous!

I didn't buy anything this week. Starting the first of the year, I'm supporting myself with my monthly Social Security check. That means I'm paying for everything I do and buy out of that. I should be okay, I don't think I'm that extravagant! Unless you consider things like this:
*Starbucks--I do like my tea. I go about once a week.

Plus, I'm a sucker for a cause---"give a book, take a book." I haven't given or taken a book yet, but I do like the idea.

*Manicures and Pedicures--I go about once a month for a pedicure with Connie. I used to have my nails done weekly, but lately I've been doing them myself.

*Theater and Symphony tickets--I adore live performances. Connie and I went to the symphony for "An Elvis Christmas." It was fab!! We have many more tickets purchased for the upcoming year.

*Travel--if I'm on a trip without Butch, that comes out of my budget. I have several of those planned this year---even just simple St. Louis trips.

*Stitch Fix---I still enjoy getting the box. I'm being very particular about what I keep---especially since I have to pay for it!

*Needlepoint---Okay, this is a biggie! Once I pay for my latest project, I'll be set for at least two years!

*Books---I'm still using the library, so I should be okay here.

*Movies---I think I can afford once a week.

*Lunches---that's about once or twice a week. Got it covered.

*Bridge---playing bridge is about $5.00 a week. Once a month I play an extra time.

Now, I think that just about covers all of my extravagances---and that's all the fun stuff. I won't like buying tires or paying for car repairs. I hope I don't have any this year. Medical is covered by Medicare. So, I think I'm good! We'll see! I'm going to need a new computer soon. Eeeek! That's a big one!

Guess who has a birthday coming up? I just got this in the mail.

When I opened it up, it is loaded with all kinds of gift cards. You have to do something or register to be able to use them. I haven't read the fine print yet. I certainly don't want to find myself with some sort of subscription! So the birthday gifts are rolling in. I already got a gift certificate for free Bang Bang Shrimp from the Bonefish Grill. Using that for sure!

I guess that's about it from here.