Uncategorized 08 Feb 2010 09:25 am
Memory Monday, Feb 8th, 2010
Yes, it is again time for another memory Monday. Due to technical difficulties, this week will be in text, but we should hope to have video back next week.
One of my fondest memories from Auctions as a child came in the form of treasure hunting. When I was about 6 years old, I was working at an auction in Trousdale Co. It was one of those days when there was a-lot of people, and a-lot of stuff being sold. As the day wound down, and we were taking down the tent (or should I say, as my dad and uncles took down the tent), I was doing a little trash picking up. As I was working along, I saw something shiny in the grass, and went to investigate. What I found was a old pizza cutter that must have been left behind. I remember looking around to see if anyone was looking for the cutter, but most folks had already packed up and left, so, I did what any 6 yr old would do. I stuck it in my pocket!
Boy, did I ever have plans for this cutter. See, I am one who likes to surprise people, even today. SO I made plans to surprise “my girl” (aka, my Mom) with a gift. When I got home, I proudly walked up to mom and presented her with a gift. She asked how much I paid for it, to which I responded “Nothing!” (I like cheap gifts too!!!). Mom was a little nervous that I had stolen the cutter, but I explained in detail how I found it on the ground.
The ending is this. That little cutter stayed in our family for many years to come, cutting our pizzas. I was never more proud of a little treasure I had found. Even as a teen, I would pull it out and think of that day I found it lying in the grass.
Point is, whether you are buying, or just cleaning up at an auction, you can always find great little treasures!
Hope you have a supr fantastic week, and I will see you again next week!
