Thursday, December 28, 2006

Christmas Teapots


I went thrifting today and found things for both of my blogs. Like I don't have anything to put on them (lol). there was a sale on christmas things 75% off. The Snowman cost thirty cents and the Santa was fifty cents. Today that is the cheapest I ever paid for a teapot. I thought they were really cute and believe it or not I didn't have any teapots that were Christmas themed.I guess I am on a roll this is the second posting this week.It is always a relief to get the Holidays over with. I get so moody and hateful sometimes that I am ashamed but it seems that grief takes over my life at this time of the year.It will be 12 years since we lost our first born at the age of 25. His birthday is coming up on Jan. 31 and the day he died Feb. 6. After all those dates I will be back to myself once again I hope. You would think the pain would go away after all this time but it just doesn't. Everyone have a Happy New Year and God bless each of you this coming year. Please keep our soldiers in your prayers it isn't getting any better over there. They say time repeats itself and this whole thing takes me back to about 38 years ago when Vietnam was happening. I hated it then and I hate it now. Okay enough is enough. Til we meet again..............

Sunday, December 24, 2006

Beautiful New Teapot


Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all my friends in Blogland. I am so sorry it has been so long since I posted but the Holidays are really hard for me and I guess I get the doldrums about a week before Thanksgiving and it pretty much stays with me until Feb. 6th. I got this teapot at the Friday night sale we go to. I gave $6.00 for it and I think it is beautiful. I don't have one with the blue as vibrant as this. To all my buddies in Aussieland my prayers are with you that the brushfire situation will get under control. We had so many in Oklahoma this year we were afraid to leave our house. For months all you could smell was smoke and had to wonder if it was close to you. Thankfully we didn't have any that close. now we are beginning to get the much needed rain that we didn't have all Spring and Summer.Everyone have a Happy Holiday from me to you.................

Monday, November 27, 2006

Elegant Occupied Japan Teapot

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I really love this teapot. You can't tell by the pictures but it is a really majestic purple with gold trim. I found this one at a garage sale this summer for $2.00 It holds about four cups. We have been really busy trying to start a new Vietnam Vets Organization. Sometimes I want to cry and other times I just want to walk off and leave to the guys. It is so hard for Roger to do anything because he can't hear so that leaves me to handle whatever comes to his mind . Believe me when I say his mind never rests.There is such a need for an organization that no matter what I can't give up. So many of our Veterans have PTSD and don't have a clue how to file a claim or even what the symptoms are. I always knew there was something not quite right with him but had no idea there was a name for it much less compensation. Now that I know I have to "Pay it forward" and help other vets and their families. Anyway I'll get off that subject for now at least. Got to go to the other blog and put some "goodies" on there. Watch for your Angel it's always with you................

Monday, November 13, 2006

Another Porcelier Teapot

I remembered I had another Porcelier teapot but could'nt find it until tonight. That should be a hint at how many teapots I have. I think I like the little Dutch boy and girl the best. We have had a very busy week-end and I think this week will be just as busy so be patient and I will post as I can. I don't know why this uploaded two pictures of the same thing but sometimes my brain and my computer get mixed signals. Every one have a great week...........




Saturday, November 11, 2006

The Other Two Teapots


These are the other two teapots i bought at the flea market Thursday. both are hand painted Japan. I think they are all so pretty. It just made my week. The weather is really wonderful today. It is about 60 degrees and pretty and sunny.I got a whole box of stuff last night at the auction . There are a couple of things on goodies galore. Go look.....................................

Thursday, November 09, 2006

Porcelier Teapot


We stopped on the way home today at a monthly flea-market in Bonham Texas. These people were setting out all these wonderful old antiques. It was one of those deals where you wish you were rich and could make them an offer on all their stuff. Any way I found three teapots and this is one of them. It is in excellant condition and really heavy. I thought it was so pretty and I didn't have anything even similar to it. I promise to put the other two up this week-end when I have time. Hubby has me working on a Veterans project and it is so time consuming I don't have very much extra time for anything else. Until next time. remember this week-end is Veterans Day so remember all the ones we have lost over the years...................

Tuesday, November 07, 2006

Price Kensington Cottage Ware Teapot



I bought this little teapot this morning at the thrift store for $2.00. It really made my day. I looked it up when i got home and found it for $39.99. Not a bad deal huh? It is a beautiful day here in Oklahoma and the cracks in my yard are finally closing. sure hope we have a wet and warm winter. Back to the teapot. There are no chips cracks or anything wrong with it. I think it will fit very well with my others , don't you? I have so many now they look like they are hatching lol. But a person can never have enough teapots.........................

Sunday, November 05, 2006

Pretty Gold and Pink Leaf Teapot


As you know the love of my life besides my wonderful husband are antiques. I have created another blog and named it Goodies Galore.There you will find all of my "finds" and cherished things in my home. I hope you enjoy this new journey with me. You can find it at www.goodiesgalore.blogspot.com .This pretty little teapot was found at my regular Friday night auction. It was the only one there which is really unusual. I am really excited about this new Blog. Hope to see you there.

Pretty Gold and Pink Leaf Teapot


As you know the love of my life besides my wonderful husband are antiques. I have created another blog and named it Goodies Galore.There you will find all of my "finds" and cherished things in my home. I hope you enjoy this new journey with me. You can find it at www.goodiesgalore.blogspot.com .This pretty little teapot was found at my regular Friday night auction. It was the only one there which is really unusual. I am really excited about this new Blog. Hope to see you there.

Thursday, October 26, 2006

Moss Rose Electric Teapot


I found this pretty little teapot at a garage sale last summer. I just love the little Bluebird that sits on top. These are pretty common because I see them all the time so if anyone wants one let me know. They are always under $5.00. We are supposed to get storms here this afternoon like Spring weather . I just hope there are no tornado's or large hail. the air is really muggy outside. Well we are off to the Dr. today. Roger goes to counseling every Thursday. I can't tell it does any good but if he can be one bit better then I am all for it. Got to go get ready. Evryone have a great day and remember that Angel that sits on your shoulder..........

Tuesday, October 24, 2006

McCoy Brown Drip


What a surprise yesterday when a friend dropped by and had this wonderful set of McCoy for me. I have a set of Hull brown drip that is almost like it but no McCoy. The teapot and sugar are in perfect condition but the creamer has a chip on the pour spout. we have been having wonderful weather here. I just love the fall but not looking forward to winter. My cousin from Wales is here visiting and she is sending me an antique Brown Betty teapot when she gets home. I have a new one but the old ones are what I want. they started making Brown betty's in the 1600's froma particular kind of clay found only in an area of England. I think it is almost like our Frankoma which is made from clay in Shawnee Oklahoma. I have a Frankoma teapot but it has never been a favorite with me. I guess I just can't get excited with that awful green. roger is feeling a little better i am glad to say but I have really limited his activities and it has seemed to help. Bless his heart he wants to do the things he did twenty years ago. Don't we all ? I hope you all have a wonderful week...... Happy teapot hunting.

Wednesday, October 18, 2006

Bee'zzzzzzzzzzzz


This little teapot is from Tender Hearts Treasures. I thought it was so cute. Of course it is only big enough for one cup but it goes with all the rest anyway. I have had two teeth that have been killing me. I called every dentist in the book and they can get me in in about two weeks. I swear I think I will pull them myself if they don't quit hurting. My aunt who is kind of weird anyway is having her Thanksgiving dinner this Sat. so everyone will be there. We are all supposed to bring something so I will take my Macaroni Corn Cassarole. This is wonderfull for family gatherings and get togethers.
Preheat oven to 375
In cassarole dish mix the following.
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped onion
1 can creamed corn
1 can whole corn
2 cups elbow macaroni
1 small box of Mexican Velveeta Cheese
Stir all ingredients and cook for 45 minutes. Stir one time in the middle of cooking. For a whole meal add smoked sausage cut up to this. It is great.
Hope everyone is doing good. My buddy Linda had her heart cath done and they put a stint in a clogged artrery. She is still getting herself together and on the mend. Bye everyone and Happy Hunting...........

Saturday, October 07, 2006

Look What I Found


I got this at an auction last night. I was so excited! My husband wanted to know what I was waiting for and I told him it was a teapot that had my name on it. Can you believe I only had to give $1.00 for it? I am so happy! Later.........

Tuesday, October 03, 2006

My Favorite Teapot


I have had more compliments on this teapot than any other. All my buying friends want to buy it but so far I have never been that hard up. I bought this at a flea market in Bonham Texas for a little of nothing.It is 10" tall so really it would probally be classified as a coffee pot but now that I own it , it is a teapot. It is the same on each side and has no markings but that is fine with me. We have been so busy going to the Dr. that I haven't had time for anything so this will be a good surprise for those that have been checking up on me. Miss Mish Mash has her heart cath done Friday so everyone say a prayer for her and keep your fingers crossed that she will be alright. I have petitions out every where in the area against these terrible protesters so maybe something will get done. Well I( hope it won't be over a week before I post again but can't promise only will try. Everyone be good and don't forget that Angel that is on your shoulder....

Sunday, September 24, 2006

Sgt. Clint Williams

This has been my weekend.
Roger got up at 5:30 Sat. a.m. because he had not slept all night. This story began Sept. 17 when Sgt. Clint Williams was killed by a roadside bomb in Iraq. He had two bronze Stars and a purple heart. He has been recommended for the Medal of Honor for saving some of his men in an attack two months ago. He was badly wounded then but asked to be sent back. Clint was from Rogers hometown Kingston Oklahoma. We got word Friday morning that he had arrived and the funeral would be Sat. Morn. We were also told that a group of protesters from Kansas would be there to insult this young mans family and friends. There are a group of Vets that started an organization called the Patriot Guard Riders in November of 05 because this group was showing up at these funerals of our troops that had died in Iraq. This first picture was taken at the school where the service was held. That's Roger in the blue shirt holding the flag. Thay set up a boundry around the family so these people couldn't get close to them. after all the family and friends were in the school we all left for the cemetary. There were four miles of bikes and cars and pickups on each side of the road. Everyone had a flag and all the vets were at attention with there flags at rest. about ten minutes before the family got there no one said a word, no cell phones on, not even the children were noisey. When the family arrived the Vets once again followed them into the cemetary and set up a boundry around them. The protesters had bullhorns and shouted things like "A good soldier is a dead soldier" and " God loves IED's" and "You are not burying a hero, you are burying a ass". I have never been so mad in all my life. This is one family from Topeka Kansas from they call it the Westboro Baptist church. The founder is named Fred Phelps and this is his wife and children , their husbands and wives and their children. They are a bunch of sick Bastards and starting tommorrow I am going to find out how to stop them. I have spent all day writing up petions for people to sign to make it a law these people cannot desacrate our dead.Check out these people and also check out the Patriot Riders. Roger joined yesterday. Sorry but teapots haven't been on my mind for a day or two.

Friday, September 22, 2006

Pottery Teapot


I think I bought this little beauty at a flea market in Texas . I thought the flowers and colors were great. I wish I knew who made it or it's origin. If anyone has an idea please pass it on. We are tearing down an old storage building that has been an eye-sore for far too long. I have discovered muscles in my thighs and calfs that I never knew I had. I must try squatting more often (lol). Roger has had 2 good days out of 6 this week. It is driving me crazy. I talked to his heart coordinator today and she said he should be in the hospital but NO he has to get that building down. Hell it's been out there all 4 years we have lived here so why now. Like I said he drives me crazy.But God knows I love him dearly.Until next time never put off telling that special someone how much you love them.......

Sunday, September 17, 2006

Stained Glass Teapot Lamp


Just as I was leaving the auction last night my daughter-in-law said "Look at that pretty teapot they're selling". Well they had a dollar bid and I bid two and got it. I didn't know it was a lamp until I had it in my hand. You really can't tell much from my pictures but the blue is really outstanding when the lights are off. I bought three teapots this week-end but this by far the winner.It has rained all day here and I am so thankful. I can't wait to see how it has effected my new trees. I have one Bradford Pear that I am really worried about. Hopefully it will leaf out after this rain. My Grand-daughter spent the night and swam all day in the rain. She wanted me to come out and swim with her but it just looked too cold to me. They are really going to miss the pool this winter, but there is always late spring. You know Roger never looks at tommorrow. When he was in Vietnam he learned to take one day at a time because tommorrow you might die. You would think after 38 years he would have gotten past that but it is always with him. That is part of the PTSD. I would love to wave a wand and make it all go away for him..Until next time........

Bird House Poles


These are the poles Roger made to put my feeder on. The first one was made out of a double tree from an old wagon welded to a metal pole. The double tree came with the two hooks. The second is a telescopic pole. He put a small metal pole into a larger one, drilled a hole where it was almost at the end of the little one and put a lever screw in it. All you have to do is turn the screw and it comes down so I can get off the pole and refill it. He has such an inventive mind. Unfortunatly I have no idea about anything new. Don't even tell me what it is going to be because I have to see it before it registers in my poor feeble mind. He feels pretty good today . Maybe it is Gina's White Light. Whatever it is I am thankful for the prayers and everything you guys do to make him better. We got married when I was 17, I'm 54 now so he is my whole life and I couldn't imagine what it would be like without him. I went to two auctions this weekend so will probally put more up today. Later.............

Friday, September 15, 2006

Yard Sale Find


I found these at a yard sale this morning for 25 cents. They are all signed Donald Zolan and each is numbered. The little girl bending over is looking at a catapiller. I thought they were wonderful. I am going to get little plate holders to put them in. From the research I did this morning this artist is known for his paintings of children. Anyway I'm happy with them. I also found some Avon eggs with birds painted on them. They are so pretty. I figure Linda will probally end up with them so I'll let her put them on her blog. Hubby is almost finished with the bird feeders and they are going to look great ! He had a really bad night last night. I couldn't get his blood pressure up until about 11:30 p.m. It just stayed at about 51 on the bottom and heart rate was 50 and 51. This scares me to death. I always make a pot of coffee and walk him around but nothing seemed to work for a long time. He got up this morning and his blood sugar was 258 so I gave him an insulin shot and he's resting now. Keep him in your prayers please. May the wind always be at your back and an angel resting on your shoulder...........

Thursday, September 14, 2006

Tulip Teapot


This is one of my favorites. I bought this from a lady that used to have an antique shop in Oklahoma City. I think she told me it belonged to her sisters Mother. Our friend Linda from Mish Mash is supposed to have a heart cath done any day now so please keep her in you prayers. I don't know how to explain our friendship. From the frist time we met there was a bond there. We have so much in common as far as family is concerned. It's like we both are the same (lol).I have been thrifting lately and have not bought a thing for me. I have bought thread for Linda and and a Hall cassarole and swim suits for my Grand-daughter. The weather is great here for a change it actually got chilly last night. Me and my (OLD) hormones can live with that I promise. Roger has built me a new bird feeder pole. I will take pictures when it is completed. He is so inventive. The one he built last year has a telescopic pole that you can lower to get the feeder down. That is a good thing if you are as short as I am. What he is doing is, building me memories. Till next time may you angel be on your shoulder.

Sunday, September 03, 2006

F.B. Rogers Silver Company


Roger picked this tea service up at a yard sale last summer and i have had it stored in a box until last night. It is marked with a crown and has traders mark at the top of the crown ,on the sides of the crown are 18 83 F.B. Rogers Silver Co. It was so tarnished I thought it would take forever to polish but with a new product called Tarn-X I had the whole set with tray done in less than an hour . I really like it and you won't believe what he gave for the whole set..$5.00. You can see I have trained him well to look for bargans. This is labor Day week-end for us and we have about worked ourselves into total exhaustion doing yard and house work. Wonder if that is what Labor Day is for..lol The kids just called and are on their way over so I guess I am ready for them. The house looks so good and will be such a mess when they leave but I love them so much it doesn't even matter. Til next time every one have a good night and a better tomorrow.

Thursday, August 31, 2006

MAde in Japan Teaset


I found this little darling in a thrift store in Sherman Texas. I believe I gave $10.00 for the set. It is really unusal to find the complete set in these thrift stores so I was really happy with this find. I love the butterflies and the vibrant colors don't you?........I was so carried away with Joeys poem yesterday I forgot to mention that it was published in a book of poetry called Anthology of Poetry of Young Americans. Teachers submit poems from students and after review they select the poems to be published depending on content, originality, and age of the student. We are so proud of him. He turns 15 next Sat. I can hardly believe it. This year he is working on the school newspaper. No telling what will come of that.(lol). He and Allie who turns 13 in October will get out of school today for Labor Day and I am pretty sure I will be getting a call to see if they can spend the weekend and swim. I love it !!!!! We are going to VA today for hubbys appointment and I am supposed to meet a man to go over his papers for PTSD before he files them. Bless their hearts sometimes they just don't know which way to turn....See Ya Later

Wednesday, August 30, 2006

Proud Nana


I have to tell you that we got a book of poetry this morning and in it is a poem my Grandson wrote. Winter

Cold, mind numbing cold
The light fluffy flakes landing softlyon the soil
All around it's white frozen fire
Freezing your fingers and your nose
There are no footprints,the sun has swallowed them up.
The tree's decorated thickly with the white fire
The animals scurry to get away
To find the hot bright sun hoping for its rays
The world seems to stand still, yet moves so quickly
A tiny yellow bird steps out
Onto a thick snow covered branch
The bird sings; it sings the song of winter
Written by Joey Lemmones Age 13

I am busting at the seams I am so proud. I almost forgot about the above teapot, duh. It is Orchard Ware made in California. I really think it is too big but it also is very pretty. I think I bought it at an auction but I'm not really sure. I am so glad to have this blog so I can share these wonderful things with so many people. For that I have Linda at Mish Mash to thank. I was so dumb I didn't even know what a blog was but there is no stopping me now......Til next time sweet dreams and remember there is an angel always on your shoulder.

Monday, August 28, 2006

Nippon Teapot


This is the only Nippon teapot I have. It is marked on the bottom with the M in a wreath. You won't believe I bought this at a yard sale for $1.00. This is probally one of my best finds. I think it is really pretty and not a chip anywhere. I had to go back to the lab today for more blood work. My liver enzymes are way out of whack and the blood in my urine was a little higher last week so the Dr. is having a fit. I have had blood in my urine for about 14 years but couldn't see it until about six months ago. I go to Dallas in Oct. for some really awful tests and we will see from there. Well it finally rained ! I am so grateful . I think we got about an inch and my trees I planted in this drought are really perked up tonight. I hope we get some more this week but if not am happy with the little we got. About time for me to go to bed so good night old friends and new friends. Damn I love this Blog thing !!!

Sunday, August 27, 2006

Dogpatch Teapot


  • This is also one of my favorites. I bought this teapot at a Thrift store in Denison Texas for a small sum of $5.00. It has under Lil Abner 1975 Cap Enterprises,etc. I thought it was quite a find. I now have two friends from Australia and I am so excited. Who would have thought such a thing would be possible when we were growing up? MY buddy Linda has quit smoking ! Good for her ! Now all I have to do is take up the same commitment. Scares me to death. The thought of failure on such an important thing is awful. Any way good for you Linda. Until next time Happy Trails...........Debbie

Wednesday, August 23, 2006

Cottageware Teapot


I just love this little teapot. I found it at an estate sale in Texas. The only mark on it is II with a line and two slants at each side on top. I really like it and everyone that "does" teapots wants it. You would be amazed at the teapots I give away just because they like it so much. I think I am going to go online and start selling some of these trasures I find. Gina you wouldn't believe the linens I have of all kind I think I'll start another Blog just for them and my "finds". Housework calls so til next time..........

Tuesday, August 22, 2006

DUH

The previous post had the picture of this wonderful table cloth made in West Germany. 100% cotton. It's so soft and pretty I love it. Sorry for the screw up but it will probally not be the last.........



Monday, August 21, 2006

China or Japan ?


I don't remember where I bought this teapot but I thought it was different from any I have seen. It is in perfect condition. The only markings on the bottom are in either Japanese or Chinese. It has the dragons on four sides and a dragon head on the handle. It has several different sides and angles to it. If anyone has any info let me know.The wind is up and it sort of looks like rain. Everyone keep their fingers crossed. Until we meet again..........

Sunday, August 20, 2006

Cosmopolitan Ware


This wonderful little teapot is Cosmopolitan Ware which is on the bottom as well as Fresno K Gold Warranted 22 K Gold. I just love the little short spout. It has one small nick at the bottom but the rest is in excellant condition. I bought this at my Friday night sale for about $5.00. I went to an auction last night and got some wonderful old linen tablecloths. They are all vintage and in great shape. Included in this buy were old aprons, bonnets, quilts and a fabulous tapestry made in Italy . I paid more for the four boxes that held these treasures than I normally would $ 24.00 a box but I have 18 tablecloths and they will more than bail me out.Until next time may the wind always be at your back........

Saturday, August 19, 2006

Occupied Japan


This litle "cupa" teapot was made in Occupied Japan. It is marked on the bottom with raised letters. The flowers are also raised on the sides. It is in perfect condition. I think it is really cute....On WE channel last nite was a program some may remember from the early nineties China Beach. It was about a hospital unit in Vietnam on China Beach. I never missed it when it was on every week. Well after the very first pilot show was shown last night a special program came on . It was called Vietnam Women. There were numerous interviews with some of the nurses that took care of our boys in Vietnam. I challange anyone to watch this and not cry. Even after all these years you can see the pain and sadness in these womens faces. It was 1993 before these women got their own memorial in Washington D.C. It was 1989 before their names were added to the " Wall " and they were not entitled to a Purple Heart if they were wounded. To me and this is my own opinion every damn one of them would have gotten the Congressional Medal of Honor. If you had anyone in Vietnam be it friend or relative and they were wounded or maybe didn't make it these were the hands that wiped their faces and held their hands. It was these women that heard the last words of a 18 year old " tell Mom I loved her". Never ever forget these wonderful women............

Monday, August 14, 2006

Royal Sealy Teapot


This little teapot has a paper sticker on the bottom that says Royal Sealy Japan. On the bottom to the side in red is 25/9 . I think I bought this at a garage sale in Texas. It has age crackle on the paint but is in perfect condition. Got all the towels done up today and I am ready for the heatherns this coming week-end. It is so hot you can't stand it out side. I am still praying for rain. Lots of rain..........Don't you just love the vibrant colors of the fruit on the teapot?.......Happy Trails

Sunday, August 13, 2006

Frankoma Teapot


This is the only Frankoma teapot I own. I never really cared for Frankoma but it was a good buy so I got it. At the same time I bought a Frankoma milk pitcher. The kids finally went home and I am totally exhausted. They are so spoiled they want me up there butts every minute and boy, I don't have that stamina any more. Roger got in the pool for the first time this morning and you should have seen those white legs. I had to turn around so he couldn't see me laughing. I'll bet it's been ten years since those flashy white's have seen the sun.......Time for a little R&R so until we meet again...........

Saturday, August 12, 2006

Another Sadler Teapot


This is another Sadler teapot I bought at auction. On the bottom in blue it has Sadler made in England. On the bottom also is 1841 VT in gold. I think this is one of my best buys.
We bought a BIG 18'x4' Swimming pool for the Grandkids and they are having a ball in it. I never knew there was so much laundry involved with a pool though. Talk about a buy it came with chemicals , filter and all kinds of extras. By the time I got through trading that day I have $20.00 in it.Time to go get another load of towels out of the dryer.......Nanna's work is never done but it is so worth it.

Sunday, August 06, 2006

Sadler Teapot


This was my first English teapot. It is a Sadler and I love the flow blue pattern. I believe I bought this at an auction that I go to every Friday night. Sorry I haven't been around the last few days. I have had a terrific toothache. I got antibiotics Thursday and it is ready to come out. And boy am I ready to be rid of it.I went to a garage sale Sat. and I bought two books both first editions. The best was Raintree County by Ross Lockridge Jr.It was in excellant shape. I bought it and The House Divided by Ben Ames Williams for $1.00 each.I also got a box of embrodiery for $1.50. That was all the shopping I did due to the hot weather but all three were great buys. Until next time..............

Wednesday, August 02, 2006

Henk Bos Photos or Prints?

  1. We were at Goodwill yesterday and I found these for 50 cents a piece. On the back they say Henk Bos (1901- ) Pat. pending Distributed by Famous Paintings Associates . I thought they were really nice and the price was right sooooooo. I also found a photo in 11"x14" of Mary Baker Eddy. Under her photo is Copyright 1911 The Christion Science Publishing Society. That one was $3.00. Any way was a pretty good day of finds. Everyone pray for rain. It is so dry the chiggers have packed up and left. It's pretty short this time but have to finish watering. I've been trying to get these pictures uploaded all day. Til next time Happy Trails. Didn't you just love Roy and want to be Dale so bad..........

Monday, July 31, 2006

Before and Going to be After

Well I am so stupid I wanted these the ugly above the going to be finished but we all k now sometimes I just don't quite have what it takes to get this computer thing down pat . I bought this Aladdin Lamp in a $1.00 box as you can see it was awful but I think when Roger gets through it will be beautiful. I has Aladdin # 8 on the wick lifter. What a find. A friend brought me the clear Aladdin and gave it to me. I also love old lamps. Heck I love everything old, especially Roger...............

Saturday, July 29, 2006

New Kitchen Shelf


My wonderful hubby surprised me yesterday with this shelf for my kitchen.....We have had the boards for a long time and thought about usng them for a hat rack but this idea was so much better..........Just when I think he has totally forgotten I am on this planet he does something outstanding for me........He has had such a hard time the last two years, five heart attacks,diabetes, neuropathy, a stint, PTSD, and now heart failure.. For the life of me I can't imagine my life without him in it........We married when I was 17 and he has been my whole life ever since..........I guess I'm having one of those no sleep nights. I do that when he has had a pretty bad evening..........I have always been able to fix it to make it better in our family and I get so mad because I have totally lost control of his health situation.....I would have never thought of myself as a control freak but guess what.......When I set my mind to make it better I expect it to be so......Any way too much bewildering on my part tonight.........The cornbread pan is a Griswald..I got it from my sister in law and I love it. I am so happy to have a place for it where it can be seen.....Roger wanted to know if I still had some dough rollers to put up and was kind of surprised when I pulled out eleven of them...So I like dough rollers too.....I think I love anything old especially Roger.

Friday, July 28, 2006

Auction Find


I found this at an auction in Blue Oklahoma. I think I paid $4.00 for all three. They don't exactly fit in with the rest of my teapots but different is better sometimes......We have been doing the VA for seems like the last month. They cut Rogers med in half again and that seems to have done the trick.....fingers crossed. ...Well it's hot once again but still so dry. If I only had one drop of Indian blood I would strip off naked and do a rain dance......If that didn't startle the Rain Gods honey nothing would........Gotta go it's tea time. Til next time may the wind always be at your back..............

Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Crazy Mans Bob Sled


This is the bob sled I was talking about. I have no idea how old it is but was probally around when I was scooting down a hill on that wringer washer lid. My hubby went to a salvage place today and he said there were all kinds of goodies out there. The one thing he mentioned was an old blacksmith forge that someone sold for scrap. I can't wait to get out there and dig. I just know there are great old things just waitng for me.Maybe even some metal teapots. Be assured that I will report what I find. Hubby is having a time with this new medicine that is for his heart. He took his blood preassure before going to bed and it was down to 86/51. It worries me to death . But I guess we will find out what is waht at the next Dr. visit. Well until next time take care and happy hunting.

Monday, July 24, 2006

First Teapot

This was my first teapot. I bought it at a flea market in Paris Texas. I thought it was so great because the sugar bowl and creamer was together with the teapot as one piece. I think it is probally from the fifties but am not real sure...We had a fairly cool weekend but the temps are up again...Oh well it's July!!!!!!! My buddy Linda told me how to post the pictures and it was a snap....Hope our friendship can survive the computer classes.......lol.......Till next time everyone have a good night and a better day tomorrow.