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That’s a fun story!


The older I get the more I try to live with no regrets. The last two Aerus Lux’s I obtained...one from Goodwill...another from habitat...I did hesitate but finally took them home with me...So happy I did for sure. I know I would have regretted passing on both of them for sure.


I did recently pass on an Electrolux Olympia at Goodwill...the generic hose was taped at both ends and the power nozzle was heavily beat up. And none of the other attachments were there. Don’t regret passing on that so much as my Mother has an Olympia in very nice condition and I have a Silverado in much better condition. I only hope someone else buys it and gets a new hose and enjoys it for what it is.


Glad you were able to regain an opportunity to get that Hoover which turned out to be the same one and even better with the parts.


I usually try to buy things that are virtually new that I find at thrift stores because it’s so rare to find things in such good condition at these stores and I usually figure I’ll regret not getting the item. Some things I’ve gotten practically new are 2 expensive cuisinart grind and brew coffee makers, 2 Aerus canister vacuums, a small Kerrigan machine, various pairs of jeans New with tags, some of which are diesel brand which are NOT cheap, usually between $100 and $200 a piece. And these clothing items were in my size as well!


I’ve often wondered and figured that the leftovers from estate sales get donated and sent off to thrift stores. Often times I find goingto an estate sale is very similar to goring to a thrift store...most of anything good has been taken by the family and most of what remains is old and likely unwanted by most.


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