I have a little more cash than I did when I woke up this morning.
Okay, it's not quite that much. No, it's not payday. And NO, I've not been selling my body; I missed my gigolo calling in my youth, and now that I’m past forty I'm better qualified as a friend than as a source of horizontal delight.All I did was a bit of overdue recycling.
I live alone (apart from the lion, obviously) in a rented room. This forces me to remain aware of my personal belongings; the more physical things I own, the more effort it is to keep my personal space tidy.
And right now, my personal space is untidy.
This makes me unhappy.
Luckily, when my stress levels rise, I tidy automatically; it’s an attempt to impose order on chaos, which I find calming. But tidying is an activity with diminuishing returns. Eventually, I have to reduce the number of things in the room.
So today I sorted out some entertainment platform items: a Wii Fit board and the software for it; two recent PS3 games, unfinished but unlikely to be; an XBox game, again unfinished; a brand new Nintendo DS game which was annoying the hell out of me; a few old DVD movies that I have replaced on BluRay; and a pair of BluRay movies, watched and enjoyed but unlikely to be rewatched.
All of these have value now (especially before Christmas) that will decrease over time, so as I don’t want them why not sell them now? It frees up space and creates money to buy the things I do want.
The recycling of possessions in its most efficient form?
If I don’t recycle my belongings - out with the old in with the new - all they do is clutter the shelves, my wardrobe, and under the bed. Worse yet, it bothers me when there's stuff I own that is neither useful nor lovely. I apologise if that sounds a bit snooty, but I’m not a hoarder by nature*; if I don't need it, I don't want it.
[*Okay, so there’s a box of clothes in the wardrobe I’ve been meaning to recycle to charity for ages, but that’s on my To-Do list.]
Anyway, I took it all in a very strong bag down to the videogame store in town.
A hundred pounds sterling! said the friendly chap behind the counter*. That's about a hundred and sixty bucks. I was aware that it wasn’t as much as I could get for them on eBay, but selling to the local store is fast and final and I can get on with the next thing.
[* Actually, he didn't say sterling; I've added that so as not to confuse folk overseas who might confuse my money with my paunch.]
Thank you very much! I replied and off I went, happy with the round and very tidy number.
Right now, the cash is currently sitting in my back pocket, whispering of new diversions that it might pay for. They sound fun.
And boy, look at all that empty space on the shelf.
Maybe I should go shopping?
Indigo
This blog entry is protected by copyright © Indigo Roth, 2009
Captain's Blog - Supplemental
Well, I'm delighted to say that a brace of awards were tossed my way this week. As ever, I'll pop this in a Bonus Scene for today's blog. If awards entries aren't your thing, feel free to slip away; may I heartily recommend yesterday's Apocalyptic entry? I'm very proud of the drawings.
Still here? Ok. First off, KaLynn over at Kacklin' With KaLynn handed me the Kalynn Kackled Award.
I'm not sure if it relates to a particular entry or is just general, but either way I'm chuffed to bits. Thanks KaLynn! I don't have to pass this one on, but I want to. So, the next blog entry that makes me howl will be the recipient of this purple people pleaser.Second, Matthew over at AbodeOneThree was kind enough to push the Best Blog Award my way.
I guess this award's name defies deconstruction, but I'm very pleased to be accept this one from Matthew; he's one of my favourite bloggers.Again, Matthew's award does not require me to do anything, but I'm encouraged to pass it onto a new blogger. So, I'll carefully wrap it up and lob it at Robbie over at The Thought Bubbles Of Robbie Munn. Robbie's blogging style is eclectic, and I like that sort of thing. I particularly enjoyed his Geek Vs Nerd from October. Anyway, I hope this award spurs him onto greater things. More entries please, ya big geek!
Okay, that was therapeutic. Thanks for sharing the love, people!
See you all soon,
Indigo
This blog entry is protected by copyright © Indigo Roth, 2009
It's always nice to clean a few things out of the dustpile. And to get money from them in return?? Well now, that's just magic :)
ReplyDeleteFirst - Congratulations on your awards!
ReplyDeleteSecondly - a PS3? I was thinking about buying one, but can't quite seem to justify the cost. But I know what youi mean how freeing it is to rid yourself of the excess clutter! I've been doing that myself.
Don't let the money burn a hole in your pocket!
:-)
Hi Kato, I really wish I could be bothered selling on eBay, it'd be more lucrative. But I know that dealing with people would not suit me. So, local stores it is!
ReplyDeleteHey Nancy, the PS3 is lovely, but I mostly use it as a BluRay player; it's a superb player. So, if you're heading down the HDTV route, it's a great hi-def source. It's not too shabby at games either ;> But still a touch too expensive, and doesn't play PS2 games. As for money, I'm saving it for the next irrelevant entertainment purchase =)
Thanks both of you! Indigo
I missed my calling to have a sugar daddy. Unless I start dating 60 year old men. Oh wait, I am. :-)
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about the clutter. I spent THREE HOURS shredding old papers in my office on Saturday. It was so cathartic. Too bad no one wanted to buy my bags of shredded paper. :-(
Uncanny! I have just blogged about my sort-out day. Heehee Perhaps the weather has driven us to find something to do.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your awards.
Definitely go shopping! And take me with you!
ReplyDeletea ticket to the mitten state perhaps?
ReplyDeleteHi Valerie! Yes, there's something very autumnal about the act of tidying. Perhaps we're preparing to hibernate? And thank you.
ReplyDeleteHey Eolist! I think I'd have to sell everything I own and a kidney to scrape that cash together. But keep an eye on the prices!
Hi Kitty! I don't think my meagre cash would get us much further than Starbucks and lunch, but I've had less successful shopping trips! Thanks for coming over, it helped me to discover your blog. Everyone, go read Kitty's blog!
Thanks one and all, Indigo
I am ever so honored Mr Indigo!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the award, I shall do my best to uphold this prestigious title, your blog is always an inspiration =)
Hey Chrissy! Oopsie! I overlooked your comment when replying to the last batch. I blame male stupidity, an excuse which I believe will hold any amount of water. I also did a whole load of shredding, but I'm not allowed to put it in the "paper" bin for recycling; it has to go in the "garden waste" bin. It must be mulchable? As for sugar daddies... *indigo high fives his friend*
ReplyDeleteHey Robbie! No need for modesty Sir, it's well deserved. And thank you.
Congrats on the awards! Now... do you think Vlad would notice if I tidied up by taking a few of his things to the videogame store? I could use some more sterling in place of pounds.
ReplyDeleteHi CatLady! NOOOOOOOOOO! Never mess with a boy's toys! He'll never forgive you! Of course, if you scream "goodness, we've been BURGLED!" you may just get away with it? Indigo
ReplyDelete