I never wanted to bring politics into Marchen. It isn't the place to. It's nicer to interact with my customers, see how they use my crafts. That's my real reward for running this. But it's kind of impossible when your government forces itself into every aspect of your life right?
So, not only are we getting a price hike from USPS due to an 8% surcharge, but UPS is also raising their rates. I recently made an order for my business; shipping was $7.95. The the owner of that shop called me to tell me that it would now cost $37.15 to ship it through UPS!
This is slimy. It's scummy. I don't think UPS has come out and said anything about it yet, but I bet this change in pricing is because of a potential fuel shortage as well.
We shouldn't even be at war with Iran. There is no reason.