CMM doesn't have any real idea of what is going on out there in the world like you do. When you see something that you think you will need soon, you have to get it while you can. I have never seen anything like this. It must be very difficult for CMM right now. I really do feel for him because of his OCD.
How are you doing? How is your son doing?
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.