Things I don't own

[glittertigger]

I just tried to upgrade to a paid account and as I don't have a credit card this appears to be almost impossible. I was trying to upgrade to post a poll about things I don't own! I'll just ask the question in rambling text format instead.

I own minimal technology for reasons including lack of interest, lack of space, the amount things cost to buy / maintain and environmental concerns. Do you think any of the following (none of which I own) really count as necessities? I do have a mobile phone.

Landline phone
Television
Dishwasher
Tumble dryer
Computer (OK, so I use other people's a lot)
MP3 player or any other electronic gadget

I don't have central heating either, although I do have double-glazing, properly lined curtains and storage heaters. I've often read discussions on poverty which cite the lack of some of these items as a form of deprivation, but I think I live very comfortably.

Comments

[igniscience.livejournal.com]

the computer's a necessity for me (though i could probably manage without if i worked and had work acess to one) and the landline for interwebs and because i don't have a mobile. other than that, none of them. i've not owned a TV since i was about 18, and don't miss it in the least. i actually find doing washing-up strangely soothing !

[glittertigger]

You can come and wash up for me anytime you want to!