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I made a double batch of my 4 cheese sausage/beef Lasagna.....
I kept one pan and took the other pan over to my sister's house as she has some of her children from out of state staying with her now.....
Well, I thought this day would be one of the hard days...
Now, on his 80th Birthday, and what would have been my 46th Wedding Anniversary, my family celebrated John's life and laid him to rest......
Well, it actually turned out to be a good day...
My BIL John's Funeral Service was very nice but sad ....
Joey and I ( Jim just could not attend as it is still hard for him after Joe's passing) did not go to the cemetery as I stopped doing cemeteries a long time ago, which is why Joe's ashes are home with me in a very nice mantel clock in his Grandmother's Hutch in our Living Room!!!
But we had such an enjoyable afternoon at "The Cafe" afterward....
Delicious food!
We sat with my Niece Renae and Great Nieces Cort and her boyfriend John, who just graduated as an RN, Cait and Carly...
We
shared a lot of laughs, remembrances of Joe and it was great catching
up with their busy lives....
I also enjoyed seeing my nephews Dan and his wife Heather and Brian and his wife Anne.....
Unfortunately, it was too dangerous for my niece Lisa to drive in from South Carolina by herself due to all the flooding caused by Hurricane Debby....
I felt better knowing she was safe and sound and I am sure her Dad would have not wanted it any other way....
It was also so nice to spend some time sitting and talking with my 99 year old Aunt Marge, who is the last remaining one from that generation...
My Aunt Marge is the one wearing the sunglasses when she helped lock the doors of my childhood church when it closed several years ago...
She still lives on her own, walking with a cane, is as smart as a whip and sends Birthday cards out to ALL the Nieces and Nephews in the Kolojejchick family...
She lost her husband, who was my Dad's youngest brother, at 48 years old, leaving her a widow with 5 of her 9 children still at home...
She told me the key to getting through the loss of a spouse is to keep busy and she prays for me daily...
It really was comforting to be hugged by someone from the generation before me....
So instead of spending my 46th Wedding Anniversary alone, I got to spend it with those that I love the most...my family!!
It was a GOOD DAY after all and bought me much JOY!!
I was going to share the rest of my Living Room decorated in a Coastal/Nautical theme for Late Summer but truth be told, I was too busy to take the pictures for this post so I will be delaying it until THURSDAY!!
But since I took pictures to post on FB of a Church Flea Market Haul, that is what I will be sharing today.....
Last year, I went to a local Church's Flea Market which was the first year that they held it....
It was one of the best ones that I ever went to....
For this year, I actually donated a few of Joe's things that I weeded out of our storage room and some Steeler's sports items....
I was there bright and early at 8 am on Saturday when the doors opened.....
I was more discriminant about what I bought than other years....
I hit the Collectibles tables first and I scored big time.....
There were several pieces of the Hofbauer Brydes Crystal which is what I have in my Curio in the Living Room.....
I loved this stunning candy dish for a mere $16!!!
There were about 10 more pieces there but I decided to wait until Sunday when everything would be Half Price....
You will see that I am very glad that I did......
On the floor underneath the table , I spied these 18 inch tall solid brass candle sticks....
They were $20 for the pair which was well worth it as I did not see any other ones there...
Brass is once again in style and candlesticks are now much sought after....
Since I have several Campbell's coffee and soup mugs, I bought this brand new set of plates for $8
I grabbed this when I saw it because I have seen similar ones like it used in Craft Rooms to store supplies in.....
It was $5 and I intend to use it somewhere in the Craft Room once I get it straightened out and reorganized...
This sweet Hen plate was $2....
And this metal tray was $1.....
This haul cost $71 and I gave them $75 and told them to keep the change as it was a Flea Market that benefited a church....
They also had a mini Food Truck Festival along with the Flea Market so I made sure to purchase some potato pancakes for Dinner on Saturday....
They were so good...
Now of course I went back the following day, Sunday, bright an early at 8 am again for Half Price day!!
I will be using this for Winter in my Kitchen which I decorate in a Red Cardinal and Bird theme.....
And the only thing I bought for Christmas was this set of 8 gold Tree napkin rings....
Thanks to those who took the time out of their busy day to spend a little bit of time with me!!
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What a day filled with memories for you - glad you got to spend the anniversary with family. Loved seeing your wedding photo, too. You really got some great things at the flea market. The tea cup is beautiful and everything you found looks so good. Here in the community where we live - Willow Valley Communities - they have something called Cash and Carry several times a year and I love it ! Found so many bargains...will have to post about my latest haul someday soon. Just yesterday we had friends in for brunch and I used some beautiful water glasses I scored at the last sale. The sale runs for 2 days...first day everything is the price marked, next day half price and last hour you can buy a bag for 2 dollars and fill it with as much as you can. That is when I go...and have stuffed my bags with wonderful things that, like you, I see are for sale on eBay or other places for much more. Your lasagna looks delicious! I just posted about a new recipe I tried - Crock Pot Lasagna. Hope you have a great week...www.ournewvista.com
ReplyDeleteHi Debbie, It looks like you found some nice things at the flea market. Do you keep an inventory of sorts so your boys will know what items will be worth when the time comes? I'm your age-ish and you have things I've never seen or heard of. I saw those Campbells plates and could imagine the girls havng tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches. You'll have some fun with them. Take care
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DeleteI have started an inventory of the vintage items and antiques that I have... I also gave the names of several estate Sale people to my sons who will sell everything for them....Thanks so much for stopping by!! I hope you are having a great week!!
Hugs,
Deb
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I am so glad you were able to gather with family. I think we all dread these solemn remembrances and I am so glad you enjoyed reminiscing about happier days with family. Spending your anniversary alone would have been dreadful and I am so glad you had the support of your family. And I am so glad the memories of your brother in-law John were happy ones, too. Your family has had some difficult times and hopefully this is enough sadness for a while.
ReplyDeleteWhat a haul at the sale!! You did so well, especially on the glass pieces. I can't wait for the final items from free day.
You got some lovely pieces.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful picture. It is wonderful to have family you can lean on .
Thanks so much for stopping by and for your kind words!!
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Deb
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Aww a big hug for you. Those “firsts” are rough. Glad you were surrounded by family. You have really been hit hard the last few months and I agree - hopefully this will be it, so you can catch your breath.
ReplyDeleteWow what haul. You grabbed a lot of nice things.
Hi Debbie, I am glad you were surrounded by family on your anniversary. That was a special day for you. You found some lovely treasures at the sale. Hope you have a great week!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear that your family had another loss but the service and time with family does sound wonderful. I'm glad that a day you've been dreading/worried about actually turned out to bring you joy. You found some great finds at the church flea market... and now I'm wondering what I did with the Lenox figurine I got from my grandmother... she had a collection of them but one was literally called "Joanne" and became mine after she passed away.
ReplyDeleteGreat finds!
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting!!
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Deb
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I am sorry for another loss in your family! Hugs and prayers!
ReplyDeleteI love that cardinal cup and saucer and the brown pottery pieces. I still have a few things (collectibles) from my grandmother but over the years, I have decluttered a lot and only have kept my favorites.
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A beautiful haul.
ReplyDeleteHi Debbie, the crystal you scored is beautiful! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!
ReplyDeleteYour story about your anniversary was so touching; I'm so glad you got to spend it with family. Your flea market treasures were great. A group I belong to recently got together and put together raffle baskets--I got rid of 13 of mine so I am in the market to replace THAT stash; $1 is my favorite price for baskets. If only I could use up my thrifted picture frames as easily! Your curio cabinet with the new crystal will be fantastic! Your Lenox lady is so pretty! I love adding a few new things to an old collection and rearranging things; it made stuff look new again!
ReplyDeleteKathy,
DeleteThanks for visiting again!! I did have a great time at the flea market and I am thrilled that I found such nice things...I hope you are enjoying your week!!
Hugs,
Deb
Fun acquisitions!!! I enjoyed reading your story of your anniversary day. So wonderful you could be with family. Some good advice, too--keep busy and pray.
ReplyDeleteI’m glad you had a great day after all with your extended family. You made quite a haul at the church garage sale. RHill, TX
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for visiting!! I did enjoy myself at the sale and am quite happy with the treasures that I found...I hope you have a wonderful week!!
DeleteHugs,
Deb