The Good Old Days
By MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (79730)
United States
June 24, 2017 10:17am CST
I just spent the better part of the last half hour shredding a bag full of papers. It got me thinking back to the good old days when we could just throw stuff out and the term identity theft wasn't in our vocabulary. Such a pain to have to go through all this trouble but of course I wouldn't want my identity stolen either.
Now it's time for me to get ready to leave for my granddaughters graduation party which is a two hour drive from my house. I'm looking forward to the party and the weather seems to be cooperating...sunshine and blue skies.
Hope everyone has a great Saturday!!
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
24 Jun 17
Have a great time at the graduation party, sounds like a wonderful way to spend a Saturday afternoon.
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@TiarasOceanView (70035)
• United States
24 Jun 17
Have a lovely time at the graduation party Marilyn!
Thanks a bit tired here but doing okay so far.
I need a shredder for all my papers...but have yet to be able to purchase one...I keep thinking I may just soak them in bleach and water instead.
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@Marilynda1225 (79730)
• United States
25 Jun 17
that's a very good idea Tiara and since I'm tired of shredding I might just do the same thing
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@much2say (53959)
• Los Angeles, California
24 Jun 17
We seem to have to play it safe with everything these days. My parent in laws always spoke of a time when they didn't even lock the doors of their house . . . I would never, ever do that 
! Congratulations to your granddaughter for graduating . . . hope you all have a wonderful time at her graduation party with the weather on your side! 
! Congratulations to your granddaughter for graduating . . . hope you all have a wonderful time at her graduation party with the weather on your side! 4 people like this
@Marilynda1225 (79730)
• United States
25 Jun 17
When I was growing up we didn't always lock our doors and the windows were always open. My dad would leave the windows open in the car and our bikes would be leaning against the house. It was certainly a different way of life back then.
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@much2say (53959)
• Los Angeles, California
26 Jun 17
@Marilynda1225 Such a different world we live in today, right? So vulnerable . . . it's sad we have to protect every little thing but yes, better to do that than to become a victim.
@LovingMyBabies (85127)
• Valdosta, Georgia
24 Jun 17
I hope you have a wonderful time at the party! =)
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@Marilynda1225 (79730)
• United States
25 Jun 17
Thank You. I'm really looking forward to getting out and having a good time
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@Freelanzer (10745)
• Canada
24 Jun 17
So true. Its quite a chore shredding but necessary these days. Have a wonderful time at your granddaughter's grad
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@Courtlynn (66921)
• United States
24 Jun 17
I use to shred papers for my mom over 10years ago. I hated the smell and hated it getting stuck.
Enjoy the ride and party.
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@Marilynda1225 (79730)
• United States
25 Jun 17
I find shredding just a huge pain and it's also so messy when trying to empty the container.
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@Courtlynn (66921)
• United States
25 Jun 17
@Marilynda1225 yes it it. Thats why we got rid of our shredder.
@GardenGerty (157551)
• United States
25 Jun 17
Sometimes we "cheat" and put the questionable papers in the barbecue. I do have a new shredder, though and am clearing papers away. Hope the party was a lot of fun.
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@Marilynda1225 (79730)
• United States
25 Jun 17
Burning them in the bbq doesn't sound like cheating to me. Sounds pretty quick and easy!
@snowy22315 (169965)
• United States
25 Jun 17
I had shredding stuff...those little strips of paper get everywhere. I just tear things up if I think they contain sensitive information.
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@Marilynda1225 (79730)
• United States
25 Jun 17
I usually try to consolidate the shredding pile and keep it to where only important stuff goes through the shredder. Other paper stuff just goes into the recycling bin
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@prashu228 (37526)
• India
25 Jun 17
Hope you had a good time at the graduation party...it's Sunday here
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@Marilynda1225 (79730)
• United States
25 Jun 17
I did have a great time and it's Sunday here too. I'm just around to checking in on myLOt
@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
25 Jun 17
In the good old days we didn't have as much paperwork to worry about.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
25 Jun 17
@Marilynda1225 And its is only recently paperwork is being done away with but then it's all on computer so which is easier for people to use to steal your info?
@Marilynda1225 (79730)
• United States
25 Jun 17
You have a good point Abby. I guess we're living in a time where we have lots more to worry about
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@Tampa_girl7 (48956)
• United States
25 Jun 17
We actually had pretty nice weather today too.
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@andriaperry (116860)
• Anniston, Alabama
24 Jun 17
I feel your pain on the papers, I have a sack waiting for me.
Have a wonderful day!
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@Marilynda1225 (79730)
• United States
25 Jun 17
I let mine pile up way too long instead of doing it a little at a time
@quantum2020 (12040)
• Ciudad De Mexico, Mexico
24 Jun 17
It´s good to have some good time this weekend. I hope the weather stays clear and with sunshine
@Hate2Iron (15730)
• Canada
24 Jun 17
Hope that the party is perfect!! Sunshine and blue skies... sounds exactly the makings of a perfect day.
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@Srbageldog (7716)
• United States
25 Jun 17
Yes, it's a shame we have to worry about people stealing our identities nowadays.
I hope you had fun at your granddaughter's party!
