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Originally Posted by Fluribus
My basic message to the entertainment industry is, "I can do without you!"
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I kind of feel the same way. I think it must be a growing up thing. I watch a few things here and there but don't have tv, opting instead for occasional dvd watching of loans.
But as I get older I like to direct my own amusement rather than having it spoonfed to me. Yes there are some musicians I like to listen to, and authors I like to read, but for the most part, I have my own hobbies.
As for the original topic at hand. I hadn't known til now that second-hand books were so evil. I always thought of them as whimsical, practical and thoughtful gifts. I still do. I didn't realize that what people did with physical property they owned was even on people's "outrage" radar. I'll always buy physical books because they make the most awesome instant gifts if a friend is having a birthday or something. "well, I read the book and liked it, it's in new condition, I'll wrap it up!"
It's no different than me chopping up some celery and carrots and going to my friend's house to put it in her soup and we can eat it together.