Elisabeth EavesPutting the fun in Recession...can't you tell?
The recession has been a wake up call to well, everyone on the planet. The majority of sane individuals are working their asses off to conserve the little money they have while keeping their jobs in tact. A large chunk of people have already been kicked to the curb while struggling to support their family but for a small yet depressingly powerful percentage of people, the recession is FUN! Elisabeth Eaves, the deputy editor of Forbes, is one of those lovely people.
In an article entitled "The Recession is Great" she describes the upsides to this economic downturn, that is if you are a member of the wealthy elite. Why you can get a new boat where you'll hang your new Picasso while wearing your new Burberry ALL for discount prices! What great times we are living in!
Don't bother reading the article. It will hurt your eyes and probably give you cramps. Instead, read this 'fabulous' response. A perfect summary to the most obnoxious recession related article on the interweb.
Point is, even us regular folk get so enchanted by sweet sales and deals on just about everything that we lose sight of the importance of conservation. Sure you may get a steal on a new pair of shoes but in turn you will be a couple days late on paying your rent. Spending is good for the economy but smart and reserved spending is good for the economy and your well-being.
For some more tough love and some regular love, check out SCREW YOU RECESSION! a.k.a. The 2nd best blog ever (guess which one is #1) and the most helpful resource for kicking the recession in the butt.
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