Ema 85 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 As I just purchased 9 books online after just having raided our local thrift store and coming home with an armload of books, and after encouraging my sister to put extra cheese in her bread, my obvious answer would be there is no such thing as too much cheese or too many books. My dear mother would probably say toilet paper, my brother-in-law would probably say shoes. What about you? What do you say you can never have too much of? Cozy blankets? Pencils? Math manipulatives? And if you want to share your favorites or favorite place to get your favorites, that would be fun too! 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
fairfarmhand 25,630 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Books Satin Pajamas Friends of all kinds Especially Journals. I love journals and Gel Pens 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SeaConquest 9,317 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Strappy sandals, books, bottles of wine, new tunes on Spotify, gems (if I am dreaming!) 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SeaConquest 9,317 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 1 minute ago, SeaConquest said: Strappy sandals, books, bottles of wine, new tunes on Spotify, gems (if I am dreaming!) ETA, but I usually prefer experiences like travel. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kbutton 12,044 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 I love the question. Houseplants Happy blue pens (black ink is depressing); they don't need to be fancy Vintage linens (doilies, etc.) "Just right" sewing/knitting/craft supplies = small, practical stuff that doesn't take up much room that gives you flexibility on projects, such as double pointed knitting needles in a variety of sizes or extra DMC colors so you have a whole palette when you want to whip up something small and fast, etc. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BaseballandHockey 3,656 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 My children’s laughter 14 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
scbusf 788 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Coffee books yarn (for crocheting) cats flip flops 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
alisoncooks 11,820 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 (edited) Crocs, skincare items I'm pretty fond of cheese, as well. Edited November 15, 2020 by alisoncooks 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hjffkj 21,296 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 board games, books, and legos 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bibiche 10,174 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Boots, scarves, flowers, travel (well, except now) and street food on those travels. And books, of course, but I assume on this board that is a given. 😉 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BakersDozen 1,945 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 (edited) Chocolate Children (hence need for item above) Children's books (I have hardly any books for me but sagging shelves for kid books) Science manipulatives (especially for high school Physics) Money/funds (for item above) Cute plush hand puppets (we could open our own store...dc love these) Real whipped cream (my plate at Thanksgiving: 10% pie, 90% whipped cream NOT from a plastic container) Stretchy pants (see item above) Edited November 15, 2020 by BakersDozen 1 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jean in Newcastle 176,448 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 dark chocolate 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MercyA 21,431 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Children's picture books Animal companions (if only my DH would agree!) Vintage kitchen towels 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KungFuPanda 33,493 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 You had me at cheese and books. I also Thrive on endless tea and plants. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spryte 18,391 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Espresso with heavy cream. Wine. Good cheese and olives (Sartori Merlot and Kalamata). Books. Allergy safe treats for kids, and sometimes me. Hello, Katz Bakery. Friends. DH. Shea Moisture Hand and Body Scrub, and body oil. And Moroccan Light oil for hair. Supernatural. Be still my heart. Alas, it’s ending soon. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IfIOnly 4,315 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 (edited) bird seed comfy shoes - uggs, crocs, birks Britain "and beyond" (Ireland, Australia) mystery, thriller, drama, and sometimes comedy movies and series hugs Edited November 15, 2020 by IfIOnly 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spryte 18,391 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 3 minutes ago, IfIOnly said: bird seed comfy shoes - uggs, crocs, birks Britain "and beyond" (Ireland, Australia) mystery, thriller, drama, and sometimes comedy movies and series hugs Oh! You made me want to add Birks to my list, too! Project FeederWatch started today, if you need an excuse for the birdseed. 😁 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gardenmom5 35,774 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Copper River Sockeye. blackberries. The berries - not the plants. One plant is one too many. 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spy Car 20,541 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Music. Recordings. Bill 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Laura Corin 42,750 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 (edited) Strong, milky tea. And time to move my body. Edited November 15, 2020 by Laura Corin 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Monica_in_Switzerland 12,050 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Nobody put sleep yet? Sleep! 5 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Carrie12345 20,467 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 I’m right there with you on the cheese. After several years of purging, I don’t know that I have anything but cheese on my list, lol. Books DO take the most space in my house, but I can’t add, only replace. I like an extensive array of office supplies, but I’m at my limit. I love a good coffee mug, but we definitely have too many. So just keep giving me the cheese! Okay, wait. Gun to my head, I can’t ever have too many fuzzy slipper socks. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
math teacher 1,674 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Lists-I make lists of all kinds. I'm defrosting the freezer right now, so there will be a list of what's in there. Spices Blue Bell ice cream-if you live where this is not available, I am so sorry. Toilet paper-because 2020 2 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ethel Mertz 2,481 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Cat litter - don't ever want to run out of that Friends I'm trying to decide if it's significant that I put cat litter first... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wilma 1,000 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Tacos. Books. Board games. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jaybee 3,313 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Books (of course) Baby cuddles Ice cream (Blue Bell Ultimate Neapolitan is my current favorite) Palak paneer (Indian dish that I could eat every day) Good quality ink pens 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
historically accurate 8,151 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Dollhouses Children's books 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
elegantlion 21,626 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Books Bags - I have way too many backpacks and messenger bags. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SKL 59,529 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 I'm really a "less is more" person, but maybe some non-material things like: Time for sleep / rest / arts appreciation / nature appreciation. October weather and foliage (in 4 season northern hemisphere). Travel. Understanding of other cultures, languages. Practical and artistic skills. Good health / immunity. Respect and love. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mlktwins 3,488 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Before Covid, I would have said pictures -- especially of my boys and their friends doing their sports, etc. That was my happy place. Now that I don't have very much to take pictures of, I will say cross-stitch supplies 😁! That is my non-practical answer. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Farrar 65,549 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Pasta Cheese Exciting pens Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alicia64 4,524 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 It used to be dogs, pizza, books. But my body and pizza aren't on speaking terms these days, so now it's dogs, cats, birds, any animal really, books, electric blankets, and my hair stylist with availability. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theelfqueen 5,530 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 (edited) Black tea. Tacos. Board games. Journals/notebooks. Sticky tabs. Cardigans. Edited November 15, 2020 by theelfqueen Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kfamily 1,334 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 books dark chocolate candles fires...and cooler weather to make fires nice trees windy days snuggles with children blackberry cobbler with vanilla bean ice cream hmmm...oh yes....books! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RootAnn 14,996 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 12 hours ago, scbusf said: cats I was going to say foster cats but when the number got up in the high teens, I realized there is a top number. So, good homes for foster cats! You can never have too many of those. Chocolate, sleep, hugs from friends, DH, & kids kisses from DH, well-fitting bras 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alte Veste Academy 11,271 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 quilt fabric! art supplies and blank canvas tea books and comfy chairs plants Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Momto6inIN 7,756 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Books, warm hugs from DH, Nutella, my kids' laughter, cozy warm fleecy blankets, new school supplies Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hippiemamato3 1,607 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 (edited) Planners, pens, school supplies, doggie snuggles, time with my kids, time with DH alone, sleep, BOOKS Edited November 15, 2020 by hippiemamato3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SeaConquest 9,317 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 (edited) wrong thread Edited November 16, 2020 by SeaConquest Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ikslo 31,858 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Books, sleep, heavy cream, garlic, real butter, Swedish Fish 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lady Marmalade 3,483 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Seeds. Coffee. Expo Markers. Canning lids. Which I never would have added before, but 2020. I will never apologhize for stockpiling lids again, 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoo Keeper 3,483 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 Tortilla chips (salsa, guac, and cheese if possible) Books Coffee Blueberries lazy Saturday mornings Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CindyH in NC 912 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 7 hours ago, historically accurate said: Dollhouses Children's books I only have 2 dollhouses so far, and not much room but this is definitely something I'd want more of. Books of all types, but I love children's books, too. Sleep as a pp said. Chocolate is definitely at the top. Time with my girls at home ( They are 22 and 19 so not much longer.) Time with my dh Cats (my dh says 5 are enough) frogs ( I have 8 baby ones at the moment, so that may be enough) This is a fun post. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Quill 61,701 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 (edited) Pens (good ones!) Journals and notebooks Sticky tabs Books/reference books ETA, after reading others: Bird feeders Bookmarks Tote bags, lol Edited November 15, 2020 by Quill 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Quill 61,701 Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 9 hours ago, elegantlion said: Books Bags - I have way too many backpacks and messenger bags. This past summer, I was looking at LL Bean's totes, with the thought that I would get one for DD. They were on sale and I think had free monogramming at the time. Only, when I showed it to dd, she was pretty lukewarm; she already had a couple of bags for the beach and couldn't see a need for one. So I bought myself one. But when it arrived (with free monogramming, lol!) I had to ask myself WHY in the WORLD did I buy myself another one of these bags! I don't need one AT ALL. The main one I already use for this purpose is actually better suited to it because it is dark blue, so it takes a lot of abuse before it looks scruffy. The new one is cream colored...doh. I love those darned totes, though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ema 85 Posted November 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2020 Oh, coffee, how could I leave out coffee? And I need tips from you people who say plants. I would love to have more plants in the house, but I don’t know what the best option is for low maintenance, low light tolerant plants! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theelfqueen 5,530 Posted November 16, 2020 Report Share Posted November 16, 2020 39 minutes ago, Quill said: Pens (good ones!) Journals and notebooks Sticky tabs Books/reference books ETA, after reading others: Bird feeders Bookmarks Tote bags, lol Thank you for sharing my sticky tabs addiction. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ema 85 Posted November 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2020 11 hours ago, Ethel Mertz said: Cat litter - don't ever want to run out of that Friends I'm trying to decide if it's significant that I put cat litter first... DH really does not like cats, but as we have run out of cat litter more than once, I think he would agree with that! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pawz4me 39,766 Posted November 16, 2020 Report Share Posted November 16, 2020 9 minutes ago, Ema said: Oh, coffee, how could I leave out coffee? And I need tips from you people who say plants. I would love to have more plants in the house, but I don’t know what the best option is for low maintenance, low light tolerant plants! Pothos or snake plant. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
regentrude 85,383 Posted November 16, 2020 Report Share Posted November 16, 2020 Maps and hiking/climbing guidebooks blank notebooks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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