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I try to shop at local stores as much as I can and buy items made in 1st world countries. Ever since I got into clockmaking and machine shop I have became very aware of the enormous amount of goods made in Asia. E.g., China. There is a huge difference in tools made in the USA, Canada and Switzerland than in China. I'm willing to pay for quality, because better made tools last longer and produce superior results. Trade tools are not sold in places such as Home Depot and Canadian Tire. I have to purchase from specialty retailers.
My city has a lot of stores that are independently owned. Some are really unique. Out in the suburbs it is harder to find those kinds of shops. There are some many SmartCenters now. Variety is disappearing.
I also like shopping at thrift stores for clothing and dishes and online. I get my groceries from the neighborhood Independent. Sometimes I buy food at Walmart, because it is cheaper.
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Dx: Didgee Disorder
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