There are a couple different ways we get new stuff every year, and one of those is from the local retail stores, or Big Box stores as some call them. You can count on deep discount prices on remaining inventory as the holiday season comes to a close, and typically on the day after Christmas, 75% off. I used to score shopping carts full of new string lights, gutter clips and more by being the first customer in the store that morning. We would take pictures of our "HAUL" as we loaded our trunks with the goods, to share with other hobbyists on Facebook and brag about how much money we saved. I didn't have much this year as you can see below. I've come to realize that I already have a ton of stuff, the equipment I am really after doesn't come from the big box stores, and impulse buying only leads to unused goods that collect dust on the shelves in my basement. So here is my haul from Lowe's: An LED bulb troubleshooter, and 2 remote controlled outdoor outlets. Total cost: $9.95
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