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Deb Beers here. I spoke this morning about my new business in downtown Portland, Mildred's Beauty spot. After thinking a bit about what was said on the topic and reading some of these replies, I am not super-panicked about the economic "crisis". I always have and will continue to live on a budget and try to utilize resources that are already here, e.g. used furniture, equipment, etc. I suppose the canary for me would be when people start putting self-pampering on a back burner for things like dog food & gym memberships, but that's my niche -- reasonably priced beauty services for men & women because what's nicer than checking out for an hour with a nice well-priced facial or pedicure? We all deserve to relax a bit these days!
Deb Beers dba mildredsbeautyspot.com

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