Good rant, Jeff. Many thanks for opening your heart and letting the ichor spew forth.

Originally Posted by Checkerboard Strangler
He said, "credit is the lifeblood of our economy".

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CREDIT IS SLAVERY.
Well then, by your logic, SLAVERY is the lifeblood of our economy.

I must say, I am inclined to agree. And, I might add, has it not always been thus?

Originally Posted by Checkerboard Strangler
But for the most part we're going to see a paradigm shift and the beginning of a new practicality. Things we have not seen for at least two decades are going to reappear. Things like SHOE REPAIR SHOPS, small factories where appliances get refurbished, as the Western world once again starts to see value in keeping things working instead of funding the disposable lifestyle.
StereoMan hopes you're right about that. My shop runnneth empty at the moment.

Steve
Give us the wisdom to teach our children to love,
to respect and be kind to one another,
so that we may grow with peace in mind.
(Native American prayer)