My ebay stuff seems to be doing well. Out of 14 items, 8 will sell. I keep getting emails form people overseas about the fire helmet and stuff. I'm surprised at how low it is going. Oh well, I'll never need a white hat again. Half finally came through with my first payment. I put it towards paying back the 250 we started the ing account with. I had hoped to "overlook" that amount but we need it elsewhere. I've sold several more books and one CD on there as well so the next payment is coming along nicely. I started my sharebuilder account also. I have purchased DS2's wardrobe for winter 2006-7 already. The sales have been great (50 to 75% off) and I've gotton a couple outfits off of ebay. I've spent less than $30 and he's completely outfitted including pants, long sleeved shirts, sweatpants and sweatshirts, long underwear, sleepers, and undershirts except for a coat and good suit (and socks and shoes) Still, I am happy with the small amount I spent to get him set. I can make him shorts for the summer (have to purchase a pattern but can get that on sale)