I haven't given any of my money to Exxon since '89, because I still hold a grudge about the way they handled the Valdez spill.
Sometimes not buying boxes is a false economy. If you're packing something like books, identical boxes really speed up the process.
Ginger, I'm also expecting to move again, so they wouldn't be a single use purchase.
For books, I recommend going to a liquor store and using wine/booze bottles. They are sturdy and thick, and they are a small enough size so that they are not too heavy when they are filled with books
I think Vortex means the boxes the bottles came in. And I second the idea.
The Cincinnati Public Library, before it was demolished in 1955.
Last night, they announced 11am open at my office. But somehow I feel my boss will be there at like 9:30, so I should get a moveon. I am taking a leisurely morning routine, and then I have to clear the steps (probably just sweeping).
It was so beautiful last night, with the snow all glittery.
3 degrees here. Snow day#2 after a long weekend. Have forgotten what day it is and any motor skills except those required for the rainbow loom.
I interviewed my editor yesterday for a web column, and she linked tv tropes once for an anime citation. I didn't say anything then, but now I want to go point that link somewhere else.
NYC is a balmy 9 / feels like -7.
Do not ire the Buffistas, for their anger is subtle and implacable.