Thursday, August 21, 2014

Pay Dirt

Helena, MT  High 89  Low 61

Pay dirt is defined as: to get something of value. And that is what happened last Saturday.

These fine fellows were watching all the comings and goings at a garage sale next door.

deer

As you all know we go to garage sales every week-end with my sister and her husband. Normally we walk away empty handed because living in 23’ doesn’t give us much room for anything. But that was not the case last week-end.

P1080885I got 13 tops in really great shape for $1 a piece. I was only going to buy a couple of them but Jim and I couldn’t decide which ones we liked best so I took them all (well I did leave a couple behind that I didn’t really like).

Then we went to another sale and Jim found an Ugly Stick (a fishing pole) and two reels for $20. We came home very happy campers.

Sunday night Don fixed his tacos that are to die for and we had a small family get together. I really do like his tacos.

Great Nephew Zack

Zach

My nephew, Chris and his wife, Randi

Randi

Jim and Don

Jim and Don

Then for the pièce de résistance we got to spend some time visiting with Roger and Lyn. We had met them previously in Q but never had a chance to sit down and just talk. They were in town visiting friends and were staying at the fairgrounds. Sure am looking forward to seeing them in Q again in January. And of course, I forgot to take any pictures.

We’re leaving here on Thursday (in the rain) and we’re headed east to Billings. Need to do some work on our son’s house after the terrible hail storm they had. I also have doctor appointments and so do the girls. On September 2 we are headed east to Virginia. We will be back in Arizona the middle of November to start all of Jim’s doctor’s appointments again.

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23 comments:

  1. billandjanrvingtheusa.blogspot.comAugust 22, 2014 at 5:58 AM

    Keep on scratching that itch. Here's hoping the hail repairs go quickly and well.

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  2. our awesome travelsAugust 22, 2014 at 6:06 AM

    Looks like we will all be in the Q this January, hope to meet you there.

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  3. Wanderin'August 22, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    Garage sales can be dangerous. You never know what you might find and want to tak home with you.

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  4. MontanagirlAugust 22, 2014 at 6:57 AM

    My Mom (now passed away) and my sister used to love to go garage saling. Love you deer photo!

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  5. RickAugust 22, 2014 at 7:58 AM

    Garage sales are an addiction and, I believe, incurable!

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  6. Barbara and RonAugust 22, 2014 at 8:30 AM

    Those tops look really pretty. I get all mine in thrift stores, but not usually for a dollar. Now do you have to throw away 13 others?

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  7. Paul and Marti DahlAugust 22, 2014 at 8:57 AM

    Imagine what you could have bought at that garage sale if your trailer was a little bigger! :c)

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  8. JackAugust 22, 2014 at 9:42 AM

    Wow! I sure wish we had some of those visitors watching garage sales, here, Sandie! Amazing buys for you and Jim. Now what do you suppose Jim is going to do with that "ugly stick"?

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  9. GypsyAugust 22, 2014 at 10:29 AM

    Now you have me thinking about tacos and I won't be happy until I have a couple. I just love the picture of the deer. Where are you going in Virginia? Now you're talking my favorite side of the country!

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  10. where's weaverAugust 22, 2014 at 10:52 AM

    My gosh, girlfriend. You will be dressing in style for sure!

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  11. AnonymousAugust 22, 2014 at 1:16 PM

    Those tops were quite the deal. Nice to have a selection of patterns. I'm curios as to why Virginia? Are you going to see Justin, too?

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  12. Kenny And Angela's AdventureAugust 22, 2014 at 4:37 PM

    Maybe we can hook up again at the Q this year and have more time to visit.

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  13. Bob and JoAugust 22, 2014 at 9:05 PM

    We don't go to many garage sales anymore, we just don't buy much these days.

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  14. Karen and AlAugust 23, 2014 at 5:58 AM

    So, what is the secret to those great tacos?

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  15. Karen and AlAugust 23, 2014 at 5:59 AM

    So, what is the secret to those great tacos?

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  16. Joe and GayAugust 23, 2014 at 7:19 AM

    Great finds!
    And nice visits...my how the summer has flown by!
    Be safe on the road...

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  17. Big DudeAugust 23, 2014 at 7:42 AM

    Great shots of the deer. We have plenty around here but I rarely see a buck.

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  18. Chuck and Anneke's RV travelsAugust 23, 2014 at 8:54 AM

    Also like the deer. I have to admit I am not much into garage sales.

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  19. CarolynAugust 23, 2014 at 11:24 AM

    What a garage sale! how cute are the deer! … ugly stick haha. I'm trying to catch up with everyone … glad all is well !

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  20. NanAugust 24, 2014 at 10:37 AM

    I would go off my plant based eating plan for good tacos. Think i will make tofu tacos today...oops...no lettuce, what! I have cabbage! You really did hit pay dirt!

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  21. Dawn from Camano IslandAugust 24, 2014 at 10:42 AM

    Tops for $1 each?! You're a good shopper, Sandie! Is Jim a fly fisher? We're leaving here about January 3rd--would love to meet you down in Q. Until then, take good care. The deer look as if they're waiting for the prices to go down!

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  22. UnknownAugust 24, 2014 at 2:23 PM

    Love the garage sale finds. I love to do that, too. Always love a good bargain! Also love the deer. Great shot.

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  23. SueAugust 24, 2014 at 9:47 PM

    I NEVER remember to take pictures when I am with family and friends.

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