I was raised by parents who endured the depression. Both grew up on farms. They learned to “make do” and to find a use for everything. Reuse, recycle, reduce, repair, restore, and how to be a good steward of land and possessions was a way of life, not a “movement.” For most of my life I have lived by these principles too. I do admit to a few extravagant years….but considering the economy and this season of our life, I’m more and more inclined to resurrect my “back to basics