I love thrift shopping. Especially in new cities. I’ve found some amazing finds. Found a bunch of paintings by a well known artist that was worth a small fortune. I’ve found original photographs from famous photographers. I have found books with cash stuffed in them (But I think the handlers on on to that one now). Being a machinist I found a toolbox loaded with thousands of dollars of Mititoyu measuring tools. I’m still waiting to find a couple Patek Philippe watches in a grab bag but I guess I’ll have to wait for that find.
And I count myself lucky to get a North Face jacket for $15!
Geez! Where do you live? Your life sounds more triumphant than that thrift shop song even!