consumption

i am trying to simplify my life and to be very mindful of the things that i buy. to be honest, i was a little worried when i went to colombia. i go crazy over colombian arts and crafts, i think it's one of my consumption weaknesses. i didn't buy any jewelry, earrings or necklaces, trying to reduce direct support from mining of any metals, even if it's just aluminum in earring hoops... i am finding that i don't really miss owning and/or buying things and that it's liberating to spend that time with people i love, instead if thinking that i want to go shopping either for me or for people. i hope that the people in my life are understanding and don't take this personally, so far everyone has been really understanding which i deeply appreciate. i am happy to share with you a list of what i bought during my trip, i think i did pretty good considering what i would had bought in the past

1 pair of shoes (made out of molas, entirely fabric, no leather)
1 cumbia (colombian floklore) dance outfit
5 cds (2 for me, 3 for gifts)
1 brownie (for sister),
1 guava paste desert box (for the office)
things that will last for a long time, stories, memories, pictures, unlimited appreciation for the beautiful family and friends that i have in my life

ok, on the sad note and as a token of transparency. i recently bought a new phone to replace the old one that died on me. i did consider not having a cel phone, which is something that i want to consider in the future, but i wasn't quite ready for that yet.  i will share with you, next time the question comes in, whenever this phone dies on me. hopefully not soon :)

i will keep you posted on future consumption!!!! reducing consumption to have more time to play and enjoy my life is sooo worth it!!