This weekend I went accidentally yard sale shopping in Jamaica Plain. I've never really been to yard sales before, but I think I'm hooked!

I've avoided yard sales in the past because my image of them is old, dusty clothing from the 70's, broken furniture, and sticky baby toys. Granted, there was a lot of that, but there was also cheap, interesting other clothes and things that I wouldn't normally buy at normal price but am very excited about when it's $2.

This weekend I got two shirts, a sweater, and a lamp for my new apartment for less than $10. All of this at retail price would have probably cost me at least $50.

So, this summer's new activity will be scrounging around people's unwanted stuff for treasures. If I'm conscious of the money I spend, and keep reminding myself that I'm looking for useful things, and not just cheap stuff, I will have a ball with this new hobby!