Friendship is stronger than----heat stroke!

Hello!! 
Pat & Judy here, bringing you a story of a great pick, and also a lesson in the importance of friendship.

We are both blessed with the friendship of many wonderful pickers/dealers, all of whom have a great sense of humor, a deep appreciation of vintage treasures and an even deeper sense of loyalty for their 'picking' family.   Several months ago, one of the dearest of pickers, Lynn H., passed away after a valiant fight against breast cancer.  She and her husband, Phillip, had a keen eye for hunting down some of the most unique and special treasures--but even more than that, they also had hearts of gold, sharing all their knowledge and many years of experiences with any one who asked!!  And we ALL asked!!
So, when Lynn died this past March, it was our turn to open our hearts and 'share' ourselves with Phillip.  And so it was, when Phillip made the decision to no longer resale, Judy and I decided to help him get rid of all his stock and we held a 'dealer extravaganza' garage sale, inviting many of our fellow pickers to come support Phillip and hopefully 'pick' up some really great bargains.  And they came!!!  They all pitched in and bought, bought, bought!!   Phillip was having a great time visiting and making deals.
And even though the temperature got up to 103 degrees (that's right, I said 103!!!) we were still able to sell lots of great stuff, make Phillip some much needed money and have a wonderful time!!  So please enjoy the pictures and remember----friendship IS stronger than heat stroke!!!

                                    Here are some of the boxes--full of great treasures!!!
                                               There were over 60 boxes when we opened.

                             And so it begins---Judy says I have a 'nack' for getting peoples
                                                      good side!!!

                                             Judy modeling for a prospective buyer!

                                          Don't just stand there, Arvis---start digging!!

                                                                  That's better

                                                          Jackie's having lots of fun

                                           Here's Phillip taking a break--he worked very hard!

                                          Back in the air conditioning--now he's happy!!

                                       Arvis just standing around again!! Get moving, Arvis,
                                                          all the good stuff is going fast!!!

                                      Josie is 'deep' in thought--"What is that thing, anyway?"


     A good time was had by all and most importantly, Phillip was happy and even made a little money!   Pickers are a special breed of people, often looked on as scavangers, hoarders and just plain crazy.  But after seeing all the wonderful support these special people provided for Phillip,  we are proud to call ourselves 'two humble pickers'!!   

Until next time, this is Judy & Pat signing off, hoping all your picking is good!!

I just sell antiques!!

Hi, Pat here. 
   A good friend and fellow picker just told me one of the funniest stories I've EVER heard!!  My friends name is Jackie and she and her husband, Billy sell some of the most unusual, unique and totally cool antiques, collectibles, etc.  Jackie happened to meet a woman with several children one day and invited them to her church.  Jackie noticed the lady showed up several times and then seemed to just disappear. 
   Fast forward to several months later--Jackie was awakened in the middle of the night by a phone call.  She jumped up, answered the phone and a voice she thought she recognized as that same lady asked her "do you have some blow?"  Befuddled, Jackie asked her "what are you asking me?"  Again, the lady asked "do you have some blow?"  Jackie told her "I have no idea what you are asking me.  I don't know what 'blow' is!  Why are you calling ME?!  The lady answered her "I'm looking for some crack, you know blow and your name is in my phonebook and it says you are a dealer!"  Jackie began laughing and told her "I'm an ANTIQUE dealer"!!  The woman promptly hung up on Jackie--guess she wasn't in the market for a Queen Anne side table!!  Too funny--thanks, Jackie for sharing this great story!!

Until next time, happy picking to all,
                                               Judy & Pat

Estate Sale Mania!!

Hello, Pat here.  Judy and I went to a fabulous estate sale this past weekend.  It was a 6200 sq ft house that use to be a theatrical business run by a very talented man, Danny Morgan.  Danny had run this business for 35 yrs and was well known in New York and California as well as Galveston, TX which is where he had finally settled.  He was friends with many Hollywood stars most of whom he costumed for movies and shows.  Unfortunately, Danny passed away and his many wonderful costumes and accessories were being sold.  Every sq inch of the 6200 sq ft house was packed FULL and I do mean FULL of wonderful treasures from the theator (including a giant deck of playing cards which yours truly now owns!).  It was probably one of the best picks I've ever been to.  And the lovely lady running the sale, Christine Solis, and her wonderful staff were the absolute BEST!  Their kindness and patience with many 'not so nice' customers is to be commended!  Judy and I both came away with much more than we should have but we had fun, fun, FUN and made many new friends--so here are the pictures of a really good pick!!!

                     Judy and her cousin Bonnie waiting patiently (or impatiently) for the estate to open

                                       Some of the wonderful staff of Christine Solis

                                                      Danny Morgan and friend

                                             This is Tony--he worked at Morgan's for 15 yrs!!

                                   This is Christine Solis, the wonderful lady who runs the sale--here she is adding up all of Judy's treasures--need a loan Judy?

                  This is Chase, Christine's son--he is a fine young man and was smiling every time I saw him!!

                       This is Chase's beautiful girlfriend, Monique.  She is as sweet as her smile!!

                               Here's me with one of the MANY files of treasures I took home!

                                                    Judy carrying out the first of many loads!!

                                                          My first rack of clothing!!

                                                Jean and Christine, still smiling after hours of craziness!

        Bonnie and new friend resting outside--guess where Judy and I were--INSIDE STILL SHOPPING!!

       Judy and I are all smiles as we display just a few of the hundreds of wonderful items we took home!

                            Bonnie is ready to go home, but I think we got her hooked on picking!!
       We just can't said enough about how great Christine Solis and her staff were at the sale--very professional and well worth considering if you plan on having an estate sale of your own. 
     Well, that's about it.  We now have houses full of wonderful treasures, lots of good memories of a great pick and some really nice new friends!!

Until next time, keep on picking!!!
               Judy  & Pat, Two Humble Pickers