ContraCostaTimes.com | 07/26/2006 | Net offers a way to shed your extra belongings

WHO DOESN’T HAVE LOTS of extra stuff taking up valuable space — whether it’s extra bricks from a home project, once-loved stuffed animals that your kids don’t need anymore, futons, extra appliances, dishes, office equipment — we all have so much stuff!

Then, when we finally want to get rid of it, it’s such a hassle. Garage sales are so much work. Putting it on the curb can be tacky. Thrift stores don’t always want your leftovers, and if you put the stuff in the garbage you feel guilty.

Enter CV Freecycle, a Web-based sort of swap meet where your useable items can find a new home with someone else. Think cyber swap, think flea market without the walking around — whatever, it’s a win-win for you and the environment since all that stuff stays out of the landfill and someone gets something they need for free.

BY:
AROUND CASTRO VALLEY: CARMEN RUSCA
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