I Caved. No Buy Year update

 Savoring simple daily pleasures

I have a confession. And I am riddled with guilt over it! I purchased a pair of shoes on line - heavily discounted- and I justified them to myself as they were athletic/ trainers/ sneakers. Who am I kidding? These are not shoes designed to run in. They are fashion sneakers. (and lovely) I will not be wearing these on the treadmill or woodlands walks- BUT , I am hoping they will cushion and save my feet on commutes to work as last winder I found doing that kind of daily milage in flat souled ballet flats, or unforgiving boots- no matter how comfy they were to actually were or how quality the manufacture and materials, I regularly went to bed at night with achy feet 'singing' from the lack of support throughout an average day for me- on a work day I clock up a good 15-20,000 steps NOT including a scheduled morning treadmill run or afternoon walk in proper trainers. (By then I'm usually clocking nearer 30,000) 

So there you have it. I got to April and I cheated. I'm sorry. But its not over after one stumble. And I still firmly believe the process so far has absolutely made me hyper aware of the mindless and unintentional consumerism I was frequently indulging in. So onwards!

After last weeks post I did do a huge wardrobe over hall. I still didn't quite pare it down to the minimal quantities I had idealized, but its looking very clean, chic and considered. (with one new pair of shoes.... as mentioned) 

I am thinking of renting a stall at an upcoming second hand clothing market so I can pass on the clothing which has plenty of life and good wear in it and also recuperate some of my original outlay. Normally I donate EVERYTHING, as I like the feeling of passing it on an my belief that I've already sunk that money so its nice to benefit the charity and the new owner- but this is a huge amount and some pretty high end pieces- plus our local charity shops have too much already and are not accepting donations at this time. 

On another note, I have been battling a head cold or virus all this past week, I'm thankful it hasn't really affected my sleep in a negative way but I have eaten rather a lot more easter egg chocolate than was ideal and been unable to exercise as much as planned. 

Yesterday though, despite howling winds I managed a long walk to let the wind clear the passages and to soak up the autumnal atmosphere- jewel colors really starting to show and rustling leaves along my path. 

SO I'm keeping this entry brief, as today is a rest day. I have some light house work to tend to, and a little life admin, then a date with the sofa, my book, a pot of my favorite tea, and hopefully a purring snuggly kitty or two. 

This squally weather it set to clear here tomorrow so a day or two of gardening and some walks are in order.

Have a wonderful weekend