This home is made of 75% recycled materials August 26, 2008

I am reading this book called Crunch Cons. Basically, about those who don’t fit in either stereotypical left or right wing groups… generally morally and politically conservative but also think conservatism extends to environmental, social and economic matters as well that cause the typical right wingers to think you’re a liberal… or a hippie. I cannot wholly recommend it as I have not finished it but so far it seems like a good read whatever way you lean politically. Anyhoo, I got to looking around my house to see if I am truly conservative. I was delighted to realize that most everything in my house is recycled. All furniture is family, estate sale, antique store, craigslist or freecycle finds. The only new items I have are a few picture frames, kitchen utensils, bedding/linens and a piece of wall décor. Although I must admit that this happens for several reason beyond political conviction A)I am cheap but like things made of higher quality and B) I happen to like mid-century stuff which, of course, is old and must come used.