This post has been edited for whining

[jchrisobrien]

After the results of my sleep study this week, I'll know whether I need a new mattress or not.  Getting out of debt would be nice, but why should I be different than the rest of you?  That just leads to putting on airs.  I can look forward to solid nights of deep, restful sleep.  While I"m at it, some new footwear may be a necessary commodity.  Some good waterproof boots for sure, since winter is coming up. 

Edit:  Mattresses are EXPENSIVE.  Just a statement of fact

Comments

[water-childe.livejournal.com]

Couldn't you get something to supliment the mattress you currently own? I hear that those memory foam pads aren't nearly as pricey as a new mattress and can really make a world of difference in how you sleep at night.

[spitcurl.livejournal.com]

Mattress was next on my shopping list, but I put it off another 6 mo. or longer than planned to make room for more traveling. I have no travel planned as yet for 2007, so maybe I'll get around to mattress shopping then. I've been told the places to go are the factory direct mattress places -- and that there is one in Kendall Sq..

I never thought I'd use this sentence, but: "L.L. Bean has some really great winter boots right now!" ($40-60)

[damiel.livejournal.com]

Yes, they are expensive, and usually not returnable. Not, at any rate, after taking them out of their wrap and sleeping on them (unless there's a defect). So, make sure to shop around and take your time deciding what it is you want. I bought a mattress a few months ago, and I fear I didn't make the right decision. Now I'm stuck with it. It's hard, though, to "test drive" a mattress unless you can take at least a nap on one, which is usually not feasible.

memory foam

[flutterby369.livejournal.com]

I can vouch for memory foam!! It is such a wonderful thing, really it is. Firm, yet comforting. I have never slept like I do now with it. I look forward to crawling into bed. If you are having an issue with a box spring and want a cheap way to fix it, place plywood between the box spring and the mattress. It will give you a firm base while not giving into the sag. Just don't get into the habbit of jumping up and down on your bed and all will be fine, LOL.

[lulus-curse.livejournal.com]

If you do decide to get a new mattress, and if it's a full and not a queen - which may not work for you - we're not using my boxspring and I'd be more than happy to sell it to you for cheapy-cheap. Let me know what you decide and if this idea appeals to you.

Also...

[lindau-nemesis.livejournal.com]

BJ's sells mattresses. You might want to check them out.