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05-17-2018, 06:45 PM
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#2221
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Thinks s/he gets paid by the post
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: yonder
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05-18-2018, 06:57 AM
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#2222
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Full time employment: Posting here.
Join Date: Dec 2015
Posts: 617
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Originally Posted by W2R
I bought some no-tie shoelaces for a total of $7.03 after promotional discounts.
I admit that the only reason I bought them, is that I am DYING of curiousity to see if they work, and how, and if they really keep my shoes on, and if (as claimed) they really turn any shoes into slip-ons.
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They do! So glad you posted this even though they ended up not working for your shoes. Posting this as follow up for others.
I bought these, not that brand probably matters, and they are great. I use them in Nike running shoes which have grommets.
"lock laces elastic no tie shoelaces"
I took some time when lacing to take them on and off and walk around in them before trimming, and have not had a problem walking or running. No more laces that untie sometimes even after 3 knots. No more laces dragging through dirt and water or getting tangled with other shoes when the shoe is off.
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05-18-2018, 07:05 AM
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: New Orleans
Posts: 47,500
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Originally Posted by misshathaway
They do! So glad you posted this even though they ended up not working for your shoes. Posting this as follow up for others.
I bought these, not that brand probably matters, and they are great. I use them in Nike running shoes which have grommets.
"lock laces elastic no tie shoelaces"
I took some time when lacing to take them on and off and walk around in them before trimming, and have not had a problem walking or running. No more laces that untie sometimes even after 3 knots. No more laces dragging through dirt and water or getting tangled with other shoes when the shoe is off.
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So glad these worked for you! Frank found another type that works in my New Balance shoes, so I have been using those for a few months. I love having no worries about tripping on untied shoelaces, and they are nice and snug which I like too; no worries about the shoes falling off. However, it takes me longer to put on my shoes than before. I need to try loosening them a little bit to see if that helps. If that doesn't work, I may eventually remove them and return to just double tying my shoelaces, the old fashioned way. My arthritis isn't that bad yet so it's not as painful for me to do that as it might be for many of us.
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Already we are boldly launched upon the deep; but soon we shall be lost in its unshored, harbourless immensities. - - H. Melville, 1851.
Happily retired since 2009, at age 61. Best years of my life by far!
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05-20-2018, 02:40 PM
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#2224
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Full time employment: Posting here.
Join Date: Sep 2017
Posts: 821
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A 5 gallon pail of hemorrhoid cream !
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“Earth is the insane asylum of the universe.”
― Albert Einstein
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05-20-2018, 03:29 PM
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Thinks s/he gets paid by the post
Join Date: Jan 2014
Posts: 1,769
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Quote:
Originally Posted by albireo13
A 5 gallon pail of hemorrhoid cream !
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New business venture?
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05-21-2018, 05:49 PM
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#2226
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Recycles dryer sheets
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: The sticks
Posts: 314
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Sangean PR- D7 portable radio. This will be the 2nd of this particular model (for different house) and my 4th Sangean overall. This is a great radio!
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I’m not much on seizing the day. I just kind of poke it with a stick.
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05-23-2018, 03:32 PM
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Thinks s/he gets paid by the post
Join Date: Mar 2017
Posts: 1,659
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A pair of roller-skate type luggage wheels to replace one where the rubber cover cracked during my last business trip.
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05-23-2018, 04:02 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Conroe, Texas
Posts: 18,727
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Socks and underwear. Nothing too exciting here.
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05-23-2018, 04:41 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: New Orleans
Posts: 47,500
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Originally Posted by W2R
I already have six pairs of ultra-cheap reading glasses, but thought I'd order this pair because of the high ratings and to see if I like them better. Mostly I am hoping for a slightly better lens quality. The reviews are great.
I have been trying to cut down on my Amazon purchases lately, for LBYM reasons. I really didn't need these so this is not very LBYM.
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These readers lasted through two years of very rugged daily wear since they are my favorite, "go-to" readers. Then I think I must have sat on them or dropped them, because somehow they broke. Oh well! I am no longer trying to cut back on Amazon purchases, and I thought they were worth the money, so I ordered another (identical) pair for $10.95. Also ordered some lingerie last weekend.
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Happily retired since 2009, at age 61. Best years of my life by far!
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05-23-2018, 05:20 PM
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Full time employment: Posting here.
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 751
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All for my pets, as is usually the case: a 17 oz jar of generic (Good Sense brand) Miralax for one of my almost (July) 18 yr old cats (guess I'm being quite optimistic about her longevity), and 3 containers of Cosequin capsules (powder) for cats (a supplement for their joints)
Just noticed the change in your 'by-line' or whatever you call it, W2R. Congratulations on your second retirement Glad you are sticking around
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05-23-2018, 05:30 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: New Orleans
Posts: 47,500
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Originally Posted by mamadogmamacat
All for my pets, as is usually the case: a 17 oz jar of generic (Good Sense brand) Miralax for one of my almost (July) 18 yr old cats (guess I'm being quite optimistic about her longevity), and 3 containers of Cosequin capsules (powder) for cats (a supplement for their joints)
Just noticed the change in your 'by-line' or whatever you call it, W2R. Congratulations on your second retirement Glad you are sticking around
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Wow, those are some elderly cats! I am impressed.
And thanks! I am enjoying being a regular member now, just like I enjoyed being an Admin for all those years.
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Already we are boldly launched upon the deep; but soon we shall be lost in its unshored, harbourless immensities. - - H. Melville, 1851.
Happily retired since 2009, at age 61. Best years of my life by far!
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05-23-2018, 06:32 PM
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Give me a museum and I'll fill it. (Picasso) Give me a forum ...
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 8,968
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Bamboo chopsticks
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05-23-2018, 07:14 PM
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#2233
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Recycles dryer sheets
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: New England
Posts: 370
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One gallon of food grade mineral oil.
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06-05-2018, 11:42 AM
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#2234
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Give me a museum and I'll fill it. (Picasso) Give me a forum ...
Join Date: Jun 2008
Posts: 13,143
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Mickey Mouse cord for my laptop's AC power adapter.
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"If only I had spent more time at work" ... from "Busy Man" sung by Billy Ray Cyrus
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06-05-2018, 02:20 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: New Orleans
Posts: 47,500
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OK, I already have these Teva Tirra sandals in "Bering Sea"(navy) color, and love them. They are great for heavy rains like we have here, feel really good and supportive on my feet, have Velcro fastenings, and never slip or slide on wet surfaces. So I ordered another pair in "North Atlantic" color, as depicted. Looks like a really cute lighter blue color. This is not a need at all, and they cost $20 more than the same sandals in navy. For me these sandals are pretty much in the fun-fun-fun, party hearty, who the F cares I'm gonna Blow That Dough category.
Also ordered
(1) a lancing device to use when measuring my blood glucose, after reading the thread about that. I didn't know that so many use them. And,
(2) more underwear. Hey, it's on sale and you can't have too much. And,
(3) an ink cartridge for my new laser printer, an off brand with 4.5 stars, and it is only $15.99 instead of the usual arm and a leg.
All of this will arrive on my birthday, yay! Happy Birthday to me.
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Already we are boldly launched upon the deep; but soon we shall be lost in its unshored, harbourless immensities. - - H. Melville, 1851.
Happily retired since 2009, at age 61. Best years of my life by far!
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06-05-2018, 03:27 PM
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#2236
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Northern Illinois
Posts: 16,593
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A pair of Sperry boat shoes. Paid an extra $6 to get them tomorrow. Need them for a dinner date Thurs.
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06-05-2018, 03:44 PM
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Thinks s/he gets paid by the post
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 1,046
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Green Mountain breakfast blend k-cup coffee this morning.
I buy way too much on Amazon and recently I've noticed a new trend. If I put something in my cart but don't buy it, more often than not the next day the price increases. Then a couple of days (or a week later) the price goes back down to the previous price. Sure there's always volatility but I've only noticed this behavior more consistently in the last few months. Is it a psychological pressure to buy before the prices goes up (again)?. Anyone else notice it?
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06-05-2018, 03:52 PM
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#2238
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Northern Illinois
Posts: 16,593
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dvalley
Green Mountain breakfast blend k-cup coffee this morning.
I buy way too much on Amazon and recently I've noticed a new trend. If I put something in my cart but don't buy it, more often than not the next day the price increases. Then a couple of days (or a week later) the price goes back down to the previous price. Sure there's always volatility but I've only noticed this behavior more consistently in the last few months. Is it a psychological pressure to buy before the prices goes up (again)?. Anyone else notice it?
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Yes - DW noticed something similar. She has ordered vitamins from Amazon. When she goes to reorder the price is higher. But if SIL goes to order at the same time as DW's reorder - her price is the same as DW's original order - no price increase.
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06-05-2018, 03:54 PM
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#2239
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Administrator
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Chicagoland
Posts: 40,706
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We bought a fruit picker. So far it's worked perfectly - over 30 mangoes in 2 weeks.
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06-05-2018, 04:38 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: New Orleans
Posts: 47,500
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Sounds like fun! I love mangos, as long as I don't overdo since I tend to get mango rash if I eat too many of them.
After writing my last post (#2235 above), I decided to order another box of nonperishable staples from Amazon Pantry which will arrive on my birthday also.
As for the prices going up on items left in my cart, I have no idea. I don't leave things in my cart because it makes me feel uneasy to do that. If there is such a thing as "task completion anxiety" I have it.
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