And if I live long enough to attend your estate sale, I’ll buy those tools for 50-cents apiece.

I used to love collecting stuff until I started going to these sales. That’s when I discovered how little dad’s collection of gizmos means to the rest of the family, no matter how much of a sentimental connection the actual collector had. Sad in a lot of ways, but it’s an unfortunate reality. I’ve seen it so many times, it no longer affects me.

I’ve also quit collecting ANYTHING. It’s a rude awakening seeing how your stuff is treated after you’re gone.