Choosing the right Umbrella

I have the notion that when something is expensive, it always has a good quality. True enough, most of the items I bought lasted for 2-3 years. Let me tell you about my green umbrella. I bought it four times the price of an ordinary umbrella that manangs or manongs offer near the bus stations or MRT/LRT stations during rainy season. However, it gave me comfort during rainy and sunny days. I have been using this umbrella for almost three years now. It has been tested by time, especially strong rain and typhoons. I was also able to use it even when there's strong wind. I think it helped me a lot in times of calamities. I love my green umbrella. I would feel bad if I would lose it even if it looked old and over-used. I think that it should retire this year and time for me to let it go. But, how can I find this kind of umbrella? Let me give you a simple advice. When you buy an umbrella, you should try to flip it to test its skeleton. Make sure that the skeleton is strong and big. As you noticed, most folded umbrellas these days doesn't last for a long time. Trust me, you'll be able to make it last for a long time if you found this kind of skeleton. Second, as you open it, look straight into the handle and make sure that the ferrule down to the handle is straight. Lastly, you should feel the texture of the skeleton cover. The good one isn't flashy. It's usually thicker cloth/plastic texture.
So what are you waiting for? Head to the nearest department store for a sturdy new umbrella now!