Use it up; wear it out, make do; do without. That’s the mantra of my New England upbringing. I am a native of New Hampshire which prides itself as being the most frugal place in the country. The motto on New Hampshire’s license plates is often mistaken as a patriotic slogan, when, in fact, the words ”Live Free or Die” really refer to the lifestyle choice of residents.

Here’s the video of the reflection and sermon Use It Up.