Wednesday, June 3, 2009

It Called Me by Name

I made a run up to Primitiques this morning to do a little work. On my way back home, off the road a bit, I happened to see a yard full of organized items. You know what I'm talking about. Lines of tables with lamps and crocks and glasses and stuff. A couple beds lined up. Organized clutter. Did I mention a lot of tables? Be still my heart.

I turned around, drove up the driveway and exited like I'm not shy. The lady, Judy, was working hard, getting things priced and out. I inquired what time they would be opening their Yard Sale and she told me Friday at 8:00 am. She advised that she won't sell anything before then, as she doesn't think it's fair to sell before then. She said she is running an ad in the paper (crud).

I fully intended to respect her rules. No buying until 8, Friday. Yes, ma'am. And then, I saw it. My heart still beats faster as I think about it. It spoke to me. Do you know what I'm talking about? Nay. It didn't just speak. It called my name.

I turned to Judy and inquired if they would be selling the piece. She said yes. I asked how much. She told me. I offered her more if she would let me take it today. Guess what. It is in my truck at this very moment.

This is a wonderful little lesson that I learned from my friend, Richard at Alston's Old Home Place. "Offer more to secure your purchase." He's told me about doing this for years. I've never had the opportunity, nor the cash. But, today was a different story. And I am declaring myself the winner!
mystery
I know. You want to know what it is. Don't you? Sorry. It needs to be cleaned up, worked on, beautified. After that, I will load it up and take it to Poetry or to Athens or to Warrenton...and then, you'll get to see it!
mystery

I promise.

Happy Wednesday!
~Mindy

25 comments:

  1. Way to go Mindy!! Can't wait to see all of "it".
    marcie

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  2. Thanks for your comment. I love them all. Do not say another word. You can't now everyone. The blogging world is growing too fast. Great tip for securing that item that calls your name. Now we need a sneaky peek.
    Lillie

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  3. It was a "coup de foudre" moment for you, Mindy. I completely understand. Can't wait for the big reveal!

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  4. Okay, you have got to quit dating a photographer! You are killing us! I always thought you were a tease!

    Malisa

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  5. Hear Ye! Hear Ye! My truck is holding the big, honkin' thing. My truck needs to be emptied so I can load it for Winnie & Tulula stock. If you will send a couple strong guys/gals to my house tomorrow morning, I promise to take lots of pictures and post them tomorrow. *smile* ~Mindy

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  6. Mindy, looks like a work bench, maybe with a zink top???? I will be looking tomorrow to see.. Sandi

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  7. What a tease you are, Mindy! I can hardly wait to see what it is! Congrats on convincing the owner to sell it early and beating out the competition! ~Lori

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  8. Can't wait to see it! We are having a giveaway on our blog, stop by to enter!

    Linda & Dixie
    The Funky Junk Sisters

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  9. I am so kept in suspense ~ what could it be?? Thanks for sharing that buying tip! You are the best! Blessings, Katie

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  10. I'm remembering your tactic. What we have to go thru to get what we want. Good luck on your grandopening. Hope you sell a million dollars worth and you'll have to come back to Mo. with a truck. I'll be looking forward to David's photos. We're off to Iowa. Jan

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  11. I love Richard! If we're playing a game here, my guess is a metal chest of drawers perhaps from a hospital.
    Debbie

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  12. Yes. Let's play a game here. Y'all guess what it is that is in my truck that I need out of my truck so I can load my truck. And I seriously promise, when it gets offloaded, I will spray it off with a water hose, and then I will take a lot of pictures. AND I will post them. It needs some overhauling. But, that does not take away from it's beauty, I tell ya. ~Mindy

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  13. Good strategy to know! BTW, the suspense on this blog is pure craziness! I feel like a kid on Christmas morning who just wants to open the gifts but has to wait until after the dishes are done. Not fair!!

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  14. Well, It sounds like you hit the JACKPOT!!! Dont you just love that!!!

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  15. We're all waiting! Get it unloaded already! Where's David?

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  16. I hate not knowing! You've got to hurry up and make it pretty so we can see. Good job getting your item!

    -FringeGirl

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  17. I feel like I'm twittering...Ok. So, I woke up at 4 something and realized that I could probably offload it by myself. And I just did.

    It has already been rinsed off. I set it up in my driveway for pictures and then my camera said change battery pack. I can't find a fresh battery, so the dead one is charging.

    Ugh.

    ~Mindy

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  18. Hi Mindy!
    I just found you..love your blog!!
    Julie

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  19. Don't you love when you score like that! Can't wait to see what "it" is going to be! Krista

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  20. Oooohhh, the suspense.....WHAT IS IT??!!!!

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  21. You go girl!! I can't wait to see it. I'll have to keep that trick in my back pocket and we'll see if I ever get to use it! jojo

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  22. Another Twitter: Pictures have been taken. When I get away from a dial up computer (in a couple hours), I'll show you my piece.

    In the meantime, it is 2'9.5" tall. 5' Long. 2' Deep.

    More guesses? ~Mindy

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