I read this post and a deep sense of understanding filled me. I'm sure other people would like it too. Another PSA: if your jeans zipper is broken, go to a shop advertising alterations and get another zipper put in. (you could do it yourself if you had the talent) It's better to mend your jeans or at least buy used jeans than to always be buying new, I feel. I think when I get older, we'll be in a real pickle about the lack of oil- developing the skills to get more out of less now could be a good idea.