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My garage sale proved to be good enough. I got rid of a lot of stuff and made $200. So that is satisfactory. I have a lot more to get rid of this Friday. Plus the weather will be MUCH nicer. Always a good thing for a garage sale. Today was 54 degrees and very windy. No es bueno. I'm hoping to make enough that I can replace things sold with more efficient useful items without dipping into the bank account. We shall see....
We went to the home of dear friends this late afternoon/evening, and had a wonderful time. We are always a little sad in parting because we only clear the schedule 3 times a year for get togethers being so busy with school, teaching, life, etc. The children all played together quite well. Vivian fell and bonked her head but it seemed to be a little bonk. Head injuries always frighten me- but there was no bump or swollen spot, so hopefully all's well.
Now it is that happy time of the day when the children are in bed and water is boiling for hot tea, and that sad part of the day when you recognize that there is no way you have the energy to finish the massive to do list you started the day with. I remember that the important things were accomplished- the kids were hugged and kissed lots, rebuked enough, friends visited with, my best friend/husband and I had some quality time together, and there aren't any toys on the stairs!

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I've finally gone through the trouble to have a garage sale- but it would appear that my stuff is all too nice, or too much baby stuff. People genuinely want crocks, pottery, old dishes- quite amazing. And these people are focused. They jump out of the car (still running the engine), stride with determination toward the garage, take quick inventory, either pounce on something or leave as fast as they came. I forgot to sell them hot sausage biscuits. I'll try to remember for the next group. Garage salers are fodder for comedians. Maybe after putting on enough of these garage sales, I'll be able to write a character sketch that will do them justice.