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<!--Generated by Squarespace Site Server v4.1.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/) on Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:50:52 GMT--><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Journal</title><link>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/</link><description></description><copyright>Copyright 2008 Cynthia Broockman</copyright><language>en-US</language><generator>Squarespace Site Server v4.1.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/)</generator><item><title>Clothing Clearance - Look Stunning for Pennies on July 4th!</title><category>Sales and Specials</category><dc:creator>The Thrifty Diva</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 28 Jun 2008 20:18:41 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/2008/6/28/clothing-clearance-look-stunning-for-pennies-on-july-4th.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">196536:1907118:1952932</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/clearance_image.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1214685727355" alt="clearance_image.jpg" /></span>Did you know? As the temperatures have risen into the 90's the last few days, the less intrepid,&nbsp; generous souls amongst us have been driven indoors. Bored I suppose, they've thankfully taken the opportunity to reorganize themselves - and send dear husband, friend, unwilling teenager or significant other off to us with their stuff.</p><p>Good news for you! We're bursting with clothing. Last week's children's event helped pare the pile down - this week it's time for the adult's among us to have our thrill! </p><p align="center" style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p><p align="center" style="text-align: center;"><strong>Beginning Tuesday, July 1st....</strong><br /></p><h2 align="center" style="text-align: center;">We'll take 50% off any piece of adult clothing you care to purchase through July 3rd - right at the counter. </h2><h2 align="center" style="text-align: center;">No coupons to clip and remember to bring. </h2><h2 align="center" style="text-align: center;">No whispering of secret discount codes!</h2><p>At our remarkably already low prices, treat yourselves! Have some fun! Imagine! Fashionably cool shorts you really won't care if you get BBQ sauce on them - or if you sit in the grass watching fireworks burst overhead! Tops and tees to keep you cool, summer weight sweaters to take off a late evening chill. Tired of the man in your life putting on the same old rag? You can get the poor thing a new look BOTH of you approve of!&nbsp;</p><h2 align="center" style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</h2><h2 align="center" style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</h2>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-1952932.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>The Shop Is Packed With Bargains!</title><category>New Arrivals</category><dc:creator>The Thrifty Diva</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2008 21:31:13 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/2008/6/20/the-shop-is-packed-with-bargains.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">196536:1907118:1935464</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>We've been so busy, we haven't had a chance to keep up with our blog! But here are some pics so you can see just a smattering of the great new thrifty deals in store for you on your next visit!</p><p><span class="full-image-float-left"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Beachbooks.jpg" alt="Beachbooks.jpg" /></span>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<span class="full-image-float-left"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Ladies.jpg" alt="Ladies.jpg" /></span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span class="full-image-float-left"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Roosters.jpg" alt="Roosters.jpg" /></span>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span class="full-image-float-none"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Roosters2.jpg" alt="Roosters2.jpg" /></span>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span class="full-image-float-none"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Wicker.jpg" alt="Wicker.jpg" /></span>&nbsp;</p><p><span class="full-image-float-none"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Millionaire.jpg" alt="Millionaire.jpg" /></span>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span class="full-image-float-none"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Kids.jpg" alt="Kids.jpg" /></span>&nbsp;</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-1935464.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>5 Budget Friendly Ways To Entertain the Kids This Summer!</title><category>Information</category><dc:creator>The Thrifty Diva</dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:09:40 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/2008/6/1/5-budget-friendly-ways-to-entertain-the-kids-this-summer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">196536:1907118:1876978</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Whether you're splurging your stimulus check on that great beach vacation or planning a fabulous 'staycation', WExchange is here to help you entertain the kids this summer - without busting your budget!</p><ol><li><strong>Encourage reading! </strong>We've a fantastic, ever-changing library of great books for kids and teens all many for less than $1! Stock up on great books and when the kids complain, 'I'm soooo bored', - let them riffle thru your stash for a great book! Lazing in the hammock, sitting up in a tree, reading outside on our beautiful Virginia summer days is a great way to keep your kids learning, improving their vocabulary - and out of your hair!</li><li><strong>Play Dress up!</strong> For the younger crew, we're an excellent source for great dress-up clothes for boys and girls! For the&nbsp;&nbsp; girl's call it 'dress up' for the boys call it 'survivor' or 'commando' - be creative. Flip through our racks - visit on sale days&nbsp;&nbsp; check out our accessories and toys. Don't forget to look through our huge selection of ever-changing 'grab bags' of &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; small goobies, palm-sized toys, plastic soldiers, cars, plastic dinosaurs and the like - accessories and what-nots that we&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; bag up for cheap to add fun, special treats to the dress up box!</li><li><strong>Gaming is Hot</strong>! There's a big gaming convention coming up in Ohio soon - and guess what all these people are gathering to do? Play games! And not just on-line and electronic games either - BOARD GAMES! See? You won't be considered out of touch if you stock up on a few 'old-fashioned' board games dear parent - for those rainy days - at home on your staycation or at the beach - be prepared for some good old fun! We've always lots to choose from at dirt cheap prices - puzzles of all kinds and all sizes too!</li><li><strong>Music to Your Ears!</strong> Our CD selection is revolving - encourage your children to broaden their horizons and explore all kinds of music - even the classical - they just might like it. Buy a small selection of 'new to them' music from our collection for a few dollars and keep them on hand. When the kids are looking for something to do - haul them out. Encourage them to listen - and then talk to you and tell you what they think. Help keep those lines of communication open to this summer!</li><li><strong>Video! </strong>We sell an enormous amount of VHS tapes - DVD's fly out the door too! Best of all - we sell 'em cheap! You can afford to stock up on a nice handful of tapes and DVD's to keep them entertained when they really start driving you crazy!</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>We'll give you some more thrifty, budget-friendly tips to keep them out of your hair and engaged in fun activities as the season get's underway!&nbsp;</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-1876978.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Great News for Shoppers!</title><category>Information</category><dc:creator>The Thrifty Diva</dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:06:45 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/2008/6/1/great-news-for-shoppers.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">196536:1907118:1876956</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>We're quite happy to say...that we now accept MasterCard, Visa and American Express cards as forms of payment at our cozy little, thriftful shop! Checks have become so 'last year' - we no longer accept them - but have added the wonderful convenience of using plastic to acquire your fantastical bargains!<br /></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-1876956.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Participate in Earth Hour March 29th! It's Easy! Just Turn Off the Lights!</title><dc:creator>The Thrifty Diva</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2008 13:26:37 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/2008/3/28/participate-in-earth-hour-march-29th-its-easy-just-turn-off.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">196536:1907118:1720741</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Earth%20at%20Night.jpg" alt="Earth%20at%20Night.jpg" /></span>WExchange Thrift&nbsp; is an eco-conscious, environmentally friendly shop - it's at the very core of what we do - helping our community to recycle and reuse their underloved items, saving natural resources by selling stuff others no longer want, helping nonprofits along the way.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Why not consider joining Earth Hour tommorrow, an event created by the World Wildlife Federation.&nbsp; It's simple. You don't have to spend any money. Join millions of people in North America&nbsp; that will be doing one simple thing tommorrow at 8PM - turning off the lights!</p><a class="offsite-link-inline" target="_blank" href="http://www7.earthhourus.org/">Visit the site</a> for more information including some fun stuff to do ...when the lights go out!]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-1720741.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>A Day in the Life of Our Tiny Thrift!</title><dc:creator>The Thrifty Diva</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2008 11:46:51 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/2008/3/27/a-day-in-the-life-of-our-tiny-thrift.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">196536:1907118:1718055</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>We made a little slide show for our fans... to show a tiny little slice of our life here at WExchange.</p><p>Enjoy!</p><a class="offsite-link-inline" target="_blank" href="http://www.slide.com/r/JHa57B8lwD_e0TcpD3XAKGUGniXcd6cx?previous_view=mscd_embedded_url&view=original">http://www.slide.com/r/JHa57B8lwD_e0TcpD3XAKGUGniXcd6cx?previous_view=mscd_embedded_url&amp;view=origina</a>l]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-1718055.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Last Chance Clearance Now through Saturday, March 29th!</title><category>Sales and Specials</category><dc:creator>The Thrifty Diva</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:37:52 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/2008/3/26/last-chance-clearance-now-through-saturday-march-29th.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">196536:1907118:1715361</guid><description><![CDATA[<div align="center" style="text-align: center;">Be sure to stop by this week as we make room for new housewares</div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;">and decorative accessories. Our new display unit directly inside the shop houses</div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;">many magnificent deals - all at 1/2 off the original price! Ceramic, painted molds to</div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;">grace your kitchen with colorful whimsey, cooking and baking bowls, pyrex and tools,</div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;">graceful glass and crystal...everything! A little bit of everything, there's surely something</div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;">you can't live without! All items with our lime green slash are eligible for your 50% off savings!</div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;">Hurry in to get the best picks!&nbsp;</div>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-1715361.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Gorgeous Gems and Jewels Await! New Vintage Arrivals!</title><category>New Arrivals</category><dc:creator>The Thrifty Diva</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:34:06 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/2008/3/26/gorgeous-gems-and-jewels-await-new-vintage-arrivals.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">196536:1907118:1715355</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>The jewelry cases are some of our customers favorite haunts! By the end of the day, as seen here, they are messy and thinning out...but no worries! We restock daily! And, better yet - we've just received a ton of vintage jewelry (Sarah Coventry and the like) - so watch the cases beginning Saturday, March 29th when you'll see it appearing!<span class="full-image-float-right"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Jewelry.jpg" alt="Jewelry.jpg" /></span><br /></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-1715355.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Thank You Loyal Supporters!</title><category>Sales and Specials</category><dc:creator>The Thrifty Diva</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:25:53 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/2008/3/26/thank-you-loyal-supporters.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">196536:1907118:1715349</guid><description><![CDATA[<span class="full-image-float-none"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Bag%20Sale.jpg" alt="Bag%20Sale.jpg" /></span><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span class="full-image-float-left">Thanks to all our lovely supporters, the outdoor bag sale was a huge success! We made great sales for funding of participating local charities. Best of all everyone had fun! Christine was kept busy counting money for the charities and handing out bags. Many of you have asked we do it again soon - and we will! Keep checking the blog for the upcoming dates to be announced!<br /></span></p><p>&nbsp;</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-1715349.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Thank You Loyal Supporters! Donations Pouring In!</title><dc:creator>The Thrifty Diva</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2008 09:56:10 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/2008/3/20/thank-you-loyal-supporters-donations-pouring-in.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">196536:1907118:1700536</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Donations2.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1206007302644" alt="Donations2.jpg" /></span>Thanks to the loyal supporters of WExchange and the small, local nonprofits that benefit from the shop sales....donations are pouring in!&nbsp;</p><p>And pouring, and pouring....it's not just raining donations - it's a flood! Thank you!&nbsp;</p><p>Our customers, many who visit the shop on a daily basis, are so happy to have all the great new stuff to buy!Be sure to read our Donation Do's and Don'ts before you bring us a load of stuff...it would really help us out! <span class="full-image-float-right"><img src="http://www.wexthrift.com/storage/Wex1.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1206007634066" alt="Wex1.jpg" /></span>&nbsp;</p><p>The store is looking very sprightly and spring like thanks to all the new stuff. Sharon, Stephanie and Anita are kept busy, busy....sorting, hanging and tagging new merchandise.</p><p>Be sure to stop in often as spring progresses. You'll just never know what you are going to find!</p><p>Happy Easter!&nbsp;</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.wexthrift.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-1700536.xml</wfw:commentRss></item></channel></rss>