Confessions of A Cheapskate!

I used to spend much on clothes. I even had to terminate my credit card account because my impulsive buying started getting me into trouble. But things have changed and I'd like to think that over the years, there's a great deal of maturity that I nurtured as far as my spending habits are concerned.

It's quite serendipitous that while I was recovering from impulsive buying disorder, I have found joy in thrift shops, or commonly known as ukay-ukay. Initially, I was uncomfortable with the thought of putting on a piece of clothing that was used by God knows who. But the practical side of it won me over. The trick to getting rid of the bacteria and dust is to wash it over hot, or possibly, boiling water. And voila, it's as good as new!

With a lot of patience in tow, an ukay-ukay amateur can turn into a pro once she gets over the initial shock that comes with digging on a rubble of dusty clothes. There's a certain degree of pride in finding a great item that no one has seen or discovered. You wouldn't believe how many items I have stashed in a matter of 30 minutes! My great buys never fail to bring me immense joy, something that I don't get from buying in a mall shop. When I hand over my hard-earned money to the cashier in a mall, I end up feeling guilty because I pay so much for something that I know I can get at a much cheaper price elsewhere. All too suddenly, paying Php900 for one plain top has become a crime. Given the same amount, I can bring home at least 8 pieces from an ukay-ukay shop! That's a huge difference!

Call me a cheapskate, I couldn't care less. I just want to get my money's worth because I work hard for it.

Here are my great finds!