[jodi]

I agree with all of the above - especially clothes. And especially for kids. I cannot believe the prices that people pay for outfits that get worn only a few times before they are outgrown. I get all my books out from the library, but if there is one I want (like a cookbook), I always check out the used books first. DH started getting his textbooks on half.com (and selling his old ones) and is saving a ton over the bookstore prices. I have gotten lots of good kid's books and toys from the thrift stores, garage sales, and E-Bay (when I want something specific).
I have a new one to add: cars! DH bought his first new car last year and every month when I pay the bill, I wish we had bought a used one. They lost value so fast...we could have bought a reliable car for the amount of our down payment alone...sigh. Never again. I have never owned a new car and really have no desire to.