used up?

I read a shocking statistic about how little of the stuff given at Christmas is still in use 6 months hence. The article was criticizing the novelty gifts that quickly make their way to landfill or simply sit unused a shelf. It's one of the aspects of Christmas I find hardest to stomach. Thankfully some of the items I have been given will no longer be around simply because I have already used up a goodly amount of what I've been given. I have eaten copious amounts of chocolate, cheese, and have enjoyed the two bath bombs I was given.

I spent a little of my time off looking into second hand electric, and hybrid cars. I'm still tempted but will need to save more. And then remember that most of my contracts are up for renewal in the next few months, so major outlays would be silly anyway. My current car needs a few parts that are not cheap, hence me wondering if now was the time to get something different. I shall hope it lasts me a bit longer yet.

Life is uncertain, of that we can be sure. I'm still out of emotional sorts and was running through my year in readiness to try and explain something to someone. I realised that if I was listening to myself, I would not be surprised at how I was feeling. Listening to ourselves is a good thing :-)

Just two days back at work before I can then get back to the serious task of my reading. I've started s second promising book. More once I know for definite if it's worth recommending. So far my like is based mainly on its cover and we all know you should never judge...