What Does Spring Mean to You?

FUN FRIDAY

It is that time of the year again when spring feels like it is finally really here to stay. I love listening to the outdoors in the spring; it is full with birds, mowers, chainsaws and kids yelling. It is a beautiful time of the year.

When I think of spring-time I think of garage sales! I started going to them even before I had kids, mostly with my mom and sister. We would take a day and go antiquing, hit an auction if possible and stop at all the garage sales we’d pass. It was fun spending the morning together and hopefully finding a few goodies along the way.

Remember, this habit was formed way before the invention and explosion of http://www.ebay.com/ or http://craigslist.com. I think that is why I’ve never gotten into either site too much. I still enjoy the treasure hunting part of the adventure. I love driving back roads, talking with real people, looking to find a bargain, working to get just a little bit of a better deal, and of course, trying to fit it in your vehicle.

When my kids were little – they loved it too! I’d give them each a couple of quarters and they’d have to decide what was most valuable toy to spend their money on. I would always laugh because my one daughter and son bought the first things they would see while my other daughter would look through everything in the sale before making a decision.

I have gotten out of the habit over the past couple of years since my kids are older and don’t like garage sale clothes like they used to (no surprise). With work, I just don’t have the time either. The best day of the week though was always Thursday and if I couldn’t make it then or if the weather was terrible, I’d try for Friday morning. Today is Friday, the weather is perfect and I’m just wondering … can I get away for a couple of hours?

Have a wonderful Friday everyone!!