One Woman's Trash Is Another Woman's Treasure...

A couple of weeks ago our television died. It just stopped working mid way through a sports game. I don't really like television watching much but by the same token sometimes I really enjoy it. This meant that I didn't feel I needed a state-of-the-art LCD flat screen or anything large and fancy just something with a picture would do. Suddenly a brilliant idea popped into my head - I'd join Freecycle™ and pick one up for free! 
Freecycle™ is the ingenious idea of Deron Beal, who in 2003 sent out the first Freecycle email to a few friends. It has now spread to about 85 countries with thousands of local groups. The aim is to keep 'stuff' out of the landfill, it's about people helping each other. The concept: changing the world one gift at a time. The golden rule: everything MUST be FREE!! You just join your local group, which may take 24 hours and then start receiving emails with things on offer or things wanted. If and when you have stuff to give you just post a quick message...
It's great for getting rid of unwanted items (a new owner will come and take it off your hands). And even better for picking up much needed (and often unusual) treasure!
I had a new Television within the first few days and then stumbled across a set of beautiful German wine glasses.... Brand new and still in the box.

Everyone should be a member of this fantastic movement. But also be warned - it's very addictive!