Photo Credit: Country Living
AKA - The One That Got Away!
I was at a thrift store on Thursday but didn't have any photos to show for it. I will attempt to explain.
The store was particularly busy, especially around the linen section. But, that is where I was interested in going. So I waited patiently for my turn to poke through. Jackpot! I found a beautiful lace top sheet, a double which would definitely fit my bed. I picked it up and carried it around the store, feeling pretty happy about my find. I decided to come back to the linens when the others had finished looking and it wasn't so busy. Not being too far away, I overheard several ladies looking over some other items - they all matched the sheet that I had! It had been a set.
I hoped they would pass it up, but that wasn't to be. One of them put the other pieces into her basket. Duvet cover, dust ruffle, pillow shams. They were beautiful.
I continued shopping, trying to ignore the promptings of the Holy Spirit (some of you may call that your conscience) I argued back and forth in my mind. I WANTED THAT BEAUTIFUL SHEET FOR MYSELF. Finally, I decided to do the right thing. I walked over to the woman, asked her politely if she would like the missing, matching piece and offered it to her. She was so touched, she gave me a hug! What gratitude. She was thrilled.
So that is the treasure that I found at the Thrift Store that Thursday. A hug and the peace that comes from knowing that you were a blessing to someone today. That is why there in no photo - lol.
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I am soooooo excited! Karen at My Desert Cottage is having a party! I have added my name to the guest list. There are alot of others joining in the fun, too. Mark your calendar for July 24th and we will be able to see some fabulous creative spaces. I can hardly wait. Hope to see you there!
This was a really good deal, it is genuine crystal. I have a piece just like it that I received for my 16th birthday. I thought I would have a matched pair, but when I got it home it was about 1/4 inch shorter than my original one. I'm sure one of my DD would love to give it a good home.
The shape of this vase was so unique. I polished it as best as I could, but I think that the silver plate has been polished off. It must have been well loved.
These are my everyday teacups from my dinnerware set. I have service for 12. I liked the embossed pattern. If you can't quite make out the pattern it is fleur-dis-lis. I thought it looked French to go with my kitchen decor. The teaspoon is a set that I collected a piece at a time from my favorite local coffee/gift shop. I was only able to get service for 4 before they ran out of spoons. If they get more in, I will add enough to make it 6.
Photo Credit: Country Living
I have seen posts on other blogs entitled 'Wordless Wednesday' but I decided to add my own twist to that and show you some of the 'words' around my cottage. I KNOW that I have taken more than one photo, but can't seem to find the digital file right now. (lol) So for now, here is a pretty enamel sign to share with you all.
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