"Old Stuff Sale" in the Big Woods - Great Fun Today!

Kathy spotted the ad for an "Old Stuff Sale" a couple of days ago and we made plans to meet there this morning.  The location was near the little town of Eagle, on a narrow country road.  A small crowd was waiting at the gate.

What we didn't know was that this was an annual event, eagerly anticipated by the regulars. Just before 8:00, the gate was opened and everyone hurried down the winding driveway.

I was torn between my "touristy" instincts, wanting to gawk at the beautiful scenery, and the urge to dash on in to see what was for sale.  Dashing won, as I figured I could see the sights later.

What was at the end of the driveway was "Josie's Sale", and what fun it was!  This photo was taken long after my van had been loaded and many others had taken their finds out.  The items in the center of the driveway were purchases waiting to be paid for.

This is Josie, a wonderful lady who has been collecting for decades and offers her treasures just once a year. 

And what delights she has...planters, chairs, benches, wheelbarrows, birdhouses, signs, baskets, primitives....old paint, chippy paint, no paint - you could tell that she truly loves objects with character.

Josie's sale was so well run, with her husband, daughter & granddaughter helping out. You started a pile - they tagged it with your name and watched it so that you could keep shopping.  You had a question, it was answered with a smile. You wanted to check out, they were right there to tally you up.  And then, Josie's husband loaded the wagon on his tractor and hauled your purchases right to your vehicle.  Is it any wonder that Josie has such a loyal following?

I owe Kathy one for finding us such a great sale to attend. 
Thanks for a great morning Josie and family...and for letting me take some pictures of your beautiful property.

Next post, I'll show you what I bought.