We do the same thing with stuff we want to get rid of. Old lamps, clothing, old blinds, books, the works.

There is a long established tradition in Chicago or professional bin-divers. These people, impoverished themselves, work their backsides off in the alleys looking for things to sell. I don't begrudge them a single thing. They earn every nickel they make, I know the stuff is being recycled, and I know that they're feeding their families with the proceeds. As far as The Boy and I are concerned, they provide a valuable service in keeping things out of the landfill.