Lesson: #Thrifting
Have you noticed that thrift shops are becoming more and more expensive lately? It used to be that you could find some fantastic deals on gently used clothing, furniture, and other items at second-hand stores and consignment shops. Things have changed, and prices have skyrocketed. Sure, it takes time and effort to carefully curate a collection of preloved items, sort through donations, and ensure everything is clean and in good condition. Unfortunately, rising prices might put some people off shopping second-hand altogether. This leads one to wonder where people who need cheap things shop anymore.
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