Category Archives: Locals

Jun 10

2014 Good ‘Ol Days

We had planned on having everyone up for the day, but the weather didn’t look like it was going to be too kind. We talked it out, and decided to get together for a gigantic Fourth of July instead. The kids still wanted to go to the Good ‘Ol Days, so we waited for a break in the weather.

We checked the schedule, and headed over to watch the Lumberjack show.

The kids had a great seat for the show.

There were several different competitions, including a boom run.

It started to grow a bit cloudy, so we decided to walk around for a bit.

We didn’t end up sticking around for too long…

The day was fun, but also a bit meh… Usually we stick around the Good ‘Ol Days, grab lunch, and take the kids to the rides too. This year (and maybe I’m just more frugal this year) everything was WAY over-priced. The food was outrageous, the rides were $3.00 a ride, we ended passing on everything and visiting Sonic on the way home. We grabbed snacks and drinks for five of us, and the cost was less than a Pulled Pork Sandwich at the Good ‘Ol Days.

Jun 9

2014 Good ‘Ol Days Parade

Last weekend was the annual Good ‘Ol Days. We always try to go if we can. I really thought that the parade was going to be rained out, but the weather cleared just in time.

The kids were anxious to go, and see if they could get some candy.

We found a pretty good spot, and even caught up with a few friends.

There were so many restored classic cars, and shiny rescue vehicles too. Agnes loves the firetruck.

I loved the pups. How I wish we could bring one of them home…

There were  several different types of antique vehicles, and tractors too.

Dylan’s favorite is the John Deere tractor.

What parade would be complete without some adorable poines…

There were so many pretty horses.

The parade was a lot of fun. The kids came home with a bunch of candy, and they made some new friends too. We headed out to pick-up dinner, and call it an early night.

 

May 31

Mega-Sale Finds

Yesterday (and today) was the Mega Sale at the Catholic Church. The little ones and I headed down early, and James and Thade joined us too. I was glad we got there early. We found a ton of great deals.

I got an entire laundry basket full of Summer clothes and jammies for Agnes. I only spent $10.00, and came home with a ton of cute clothes.

I found a few more pictures to add to the wall of kitschy-art, and a few Pyrex pie plates too. I found a fantastic wooden cutting board, and this little beauty too…

This aqua snowflake vintage Pyrex dish was hiding under a bunch of dishes that were similar sized. I couldn’t believe that I found it, and for just $2.00!

We also spotted this awesome table and chair set. We were looking for a desk to put in the boy’s room, and we spotted this cool table that was about the size that we were looking for. We decided it was a great deal at $30.00 (it also came with four chairs). The more I looked at it, the more I realized it was a crazy deal.

We carried it home, it was insanely heavy. It looks like it is a mid-century piece to me, that can fold out into a dining table. It is also from Denmark, and solid wood. I’m going to have to do some research on this one, I think we came across something good!

The sale was great, and we came home with so many fantastic deals. Agnes loves her clothes, and the boys love the table too. I still need to hang up my new pictures, but the Pyrex has already found a home in my kitchen.

Apr 6

Yard Sale Finds

Tis the season, the yard sales are popping up here and there. We shopped one a few weeks ago, and I found some pretty cool finds.

I grabbed a Bundt Pan from the 70’s in it’s original packaging for just $3.00, it is awesome, and harvest gold. I also picked up a little bill organizer for a mere $.50.

It isn’t Pyrex, but this little Daisy dish was too cute to pass up.

I also found a little picture of squirrels to add to my collection. Agnes is obsessed with the squirrels in our neighborhood. She is always trying to catch one of them.

After the yard sale, we decided to head over to the Treasure Hunt. It was packed with antique shopping customers.

I grabbed this little recipe box. It is adorable, on the cookie cookbook shelf.

I lucked out and found an itty bitty Pyrex dish too. It was within my budget too, so that is always great.

The city wide yard sale is next month, and I can’t wait to get out there and hunt for bargains.

Mar 25

Just When We Thought It Was Spring

We had a few nice days, and the calendar said that it was officially Spring. I guess Kansas had other plans though.

It started snowing like crazy last night…

Oh goodness, I am so done with this cold weather…

The Daffodils were encased in ice this morning, but they have perked up now that the sun is out. I really hope that was the last snow storm for the season, but you never know.