Hoosier Mama Thrift

02/10/2026

these 2 are out front for FREE ; first come, first serve

02/10/2026

Yesterday, in the middle of class, a student raised her hand and asked, “Mrs. Hicks, did you get your jacket from Wal-Mart?”
I smiled. “Actually, I got it from GW.”
She blinked. “The what?”
“Goodwill.” I gave a little grin and a playful hair flip, just to sell it.
Suddenly, everyone was listening.
“That’s gross, Mrs. Hicks.”
“I don’t want to wear clothes somebody else wore.”
“I only wear Nike and stuff.”
So math paused, and life stepped in.
I told them something simple. Whether my clothes are brand new or secondhand, from a big brand or a discount rack, they all get washed the same way. Same machine. Same soap. Same water. Most of those fancy labels are made in the same factories overseas anyway.
And the truth is, I have found some great pieces at Goodwill. Nike. Under Armour. Ralph Lauren. Carhartt. Things people would gladly pay full price for. Good stuff, just waiting on the rack. They had no idea what they were passing up.
Then we went back to math.
But the moment stayed with me.
I can look around my classroom and spot the kids who do not have much. The ones who rotate the same few outfits every week. I will never let them feel small or embarrassed because their clothes are not new.
I have been broke. Truly broke. I have counted change to buy ramen and stretch it to payday. Those seasons were hard, but they built grit and gratitude.
Lately, my health has not been great either. I started this year facing a tough diagnosis. At this point in my life, “fashion” barely makes the list of things that matter.
A label does not decide your value. Your character does. How you treat people. How you show up. How kind you choose to be.
That is what lasts.
So parents, please teach your kids to stay humble.
Life can shift overnight.
And one day, that three dollar Goodwill pullover might be the very thing that keeps them warm, and reminds them what really counts.

02/10/2026

these 2 are $$FREE.00 to anyone who can come help load the rest of my things on the trailer in the next 20 mins lol

must haul yourself when you come. You will need muscle & a truck

02/09/2026

02/01/2026

Important Update: One Final Evening Pickup Opportunity! Wednesday!

Dear Customers,

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our final sale!

A limited quantity of these items did not sell on our last day. To give everyone one more chance, we are opening one additional evening time slot:

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(No exceptions – this is the final opportunity.)

This short window is specifically intended to allow time for planning transportation arrangements, such as bringing a truck, van, helpers, or any necessary equipment.
• All remaining items are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Cash, Apple Cash, Cash Ap, and Chime payments welcome.
• Pickup only – no holds or reservations.
• Please arrive prepared to load and transport your purchases promptly within the 2-hour window.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing those who are still interested!

You can also pre-pay via Apple Cash, Cash Ap, and Chime, electronically, if there is an item that you wanted, but weren’t able to pick up on Friday!

Some clothing, shoes, and accessories are still accessible, too, if you are willing to dig a little!

Still have LOADS of hangers, which I will only need half of forward moving.
Plastic 10 for $2
Black velvet 10 for $4

Thanks, again, and we hope to see ya’all soon!

XOXO , Molly ❤️

01/30/2026

Here til 6:15. Period.

If you are wanting any of the decor, furniture, or fixtures I have not yet sold…. 25% off .

But, come now!
TIA

01/30/2026

Silver ZG sectional sofa/ a few missing buttons, not noticable at glance. Price drop for quick sale, so I don’t have to store it! $250 flat!

Must go immediately!

01/30/2026

light fixtures - $75 each, flat.

3 white, one brown
Catch- cannot be picked up until 2:30 PM, and you must bring help to get down.

Will only hold with prepayment —- MUST GO BY 2:30- no exceptions or refunds

Hangers- velvet & skirt, 10 for $4 - plastic 10 for $2

3 matching commercial roller racks, still available $75 each, flat

1 double sided with acrylic topper $100 flat

(take all 4, for $260 flat)

MUST BRING help and vehicle to take TODAY. I cannot load.

01/30/2026

Last day on Monroe Street!

Open from 8 AM til 2:30. If you come in and buy one of the larger items, you must arrange pick up TODAY by 2 PM. No extensions! And, I am sorry, but I am too busy to be able to answer all questions, so just come on by!

60% off all clothing, shoes and accessories!
Total $50+!? Take 75% off!

All decor, displays, furniture & fixtures, 15% off marked price!

Hoosier Mama Thrift
614 Monroe

Accepting:
Cash
Apple Cash
Cash Ap
Chime

01/29/2026

Just a few larger /decor items that are for sale…

Sorry, I am getting too many messages and people in store to respond to detailed comments.

NOT included in 60/75% off sale, but these items are 10% off marked prices. Items on the floor in this category without prices on them are NFS. Sorry!

Come in & see me!

Here til 7!

01/29/2026

Open today… excuse the mess! We are running a BIG sale, so we’ve got a little less to move!

Feel free to look through topless 🫣 bins!

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60% off all clothing, shoes, and bags!

Total $50+ @ check out… & take 75% off!

Furniture, decor, and fixtures are an additional 10% off marked prices… This mirror, for instance, $110 as is, 10% off…. (those items not included in 60-75% off sale, and the items that are available for sale have white price tags; not everything on the floor is for sale)

9 AM - 7 PM!

Hoosier Mama Thrift
614 Monroe Street, LaPorte

Payments currently accepted:
Cash
Cash Ap
Apple CASH via text
Chime

See ya soon!

-Molly xoxo (Your Hoosier Mama)