Behind Closed Doors

The thrill of the hunt is the best part of junking. I believe the thrill is created by the not knowing. The possibility of finding a gem in a tattered box of seemingly worthless kitchen utensils, a treasure left to rot on the floor of a fallen down barn, or a love note hidden in the pages of a time worn book.

Every so often I stumble upon a place that excites and energizes the junker in me.

Behind closed doors I found a room of wonder. A once busy train station used as a storage facility for unwanted pieces of history.

The prettiest robin's egg blue walls spoke quietly, urging me to explore.

I found out the building may be for sale. Wish it was in my neck of the woods.

I know you too, have experienced this feeling of wonderment. We never know what lies behind closed doors. I have learned over the years if you are brave enough to open the door your life will be richer and way more fun!
Cheers,
Ki

Junking Trip 'EST's"

Just returned from junking in Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota with my friend Cammie. Thought you might enjoy the EST highlights of our trip.

YummiEST Treats!

CoolEST Junkyard! (also the BuggiEST afternoon)

GreatEST Value!

WeirdEST Junk Find! (dentist suitcase)

FavoritEST Junk Find! (5 foot double game wheel)

DarnEST Camouflage (Antique store posing as a warehouse)!

DustiEST Gravel Road!

FriendliEST Kitty!

CutEST Train Station!

TallEST Corn!

QuirkiEST City Festival!

BEST Tour Guide and Scout!

I do love junking!

Cheers!

Ki

PS ~ Go check out the Junk Bonanza blog (http://junkbonanza.blogspot.com/) for a fabulous giveaway and to meet another Bonanza vendor!

California and Beans.

My trip to California was a mix of business, family, and fun in the sun! I stayed with my kids sharing the sofa with Beans, my daughter Taylor's newly adopted stray Boston terrier. Despite his drool, love for chewing up rolls of TP, snorting, and farting, he made the perfect roommate.

My 20-something children gave me a glimpse into their southern California lives, complete with dinner at '$1 taco' night and hangin' at the cast and crew party for a new TV show at a local hot spot where, I am pretty certain, I was the oldest person in the club! We enjoyed brunch at Paradise Cove, walked the beach, visited Laurel Canyon dog park and hiked the trails in Runyon Canyon. It was a blast! (I really should get myself a pair of shorts...and a tan.)

My days were spent working long hours with Heather Bullard planning and budgeting for the next issue of Flea Market Style magazine. You can check out Heather’s post on the Flea Market Style blog to hear more about our time together planning and eating, eating and planning…..

This week I am back working on the Bachman's Fall Ideas House, getting ready to open vintage in 3 more stores, and then off for some junking with my friend Jane. I will fill you in when I return! (I sorta miss that smelly little Beans.)

Cheers!
Ki

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