Lace up your corsets and powder your nose.
Don't forget where you parked your horse and make it safe back to the corral.
Since we are talking tableware, I'll pass on our etiquette tip for today:
Expecting to just have a dozen total, I was shocked when the final count was 29! A few were old skirts that had been re-fitted into new duty and then flour sack fabrics and other misc. goodness. The majority were definitely work aprons and had seen their share of it. There were only 2 full aprons and one of those was for a child with the cutest raggedy ann and andy print. The pink roses is a sweet one and fits very nicely. It may stay in my kitchen for a while. 
The cutest one of the lot was the red stripe with the adorable pockets. They say it ALL folks!!
BEFORE the kids and chores she had time to gussy up a bit and I am sure Mr. Husband always brought home a bouquet of flowers!.....and, oh my....is that a box of CHOCOLATES??
AFTER.....this tells it like it is.
Excerpt from 'As We Like It' for accepted social usage at the table. 
And if cheetah isn't your cat's meow....here is some zebra. These would be so cute tucked into the tree at Christmas. They could hold $$$ or gift cards also. If you are thinking you need one, check things out with Missy at Redford Ranch Style. She is setting up a booth for a Christmas show and then the World Ranch Rodeo Finals in Amarillo. Her shop in Benjamin has tons of cute items. If you are ever through that part of Texas, just stop in and browse all her goodies. 
For the garage sale fun in my life...this is only a very small portion of a terrific haul I made recently. I am such a sucker for silver and then if you throw in some cobalt blue...SOLD!!! I also scored on a box full of vintage aprons. They are presently in the wash and I'll share them a bit later. They sooooo do not appreciate being photographed all wet and drippy!
There were also sack fulls of vintage kitchen items, dishes, holiday decor.....Hmmmm. I think I need to keep unpacking and taking some more pics to share. 
My grandmother used to make a coconut pie for my dad every time he made a touchdown in high school. She baked a LOT of pies.
This day ended up being ALL green and I couldn't resist the pic of all the yumminess and richness of the same color.
Recently, I came across an old booklet of 'suggestions' for the new Texas Tech coed. We must keep in mind this booklet was published in the 1930's. There are suggestions about personal appearance, courtesy, and the house rules of the dormitories among other tidbits of information for the well-rounded young lady. I'm not talking about a gal who's been eating too many Twinkies either! I will try to remember to add a couple of these tidbits to my blog occasionally for an added chuckle...or two.
The first page even starts off with a bang letting the gal know that what she needs to bring for a COMPLETE wardrobe is 2 skirts, 3 sweaters and 2 or 3 'wash' blouses. I've never heard that term before, but I can bet the sales clerk at the boutique would do a double take if I go in and ask to see their 'wash' blouses!! It goes on to let you know to use your discretion and get these in colors that will harmonize as to create several different costumes. OK, now I know I'll need a party hat NOW!! In the first place I can't see girls today taking so few items! 
Another tidbit of info that hasn't changed at all is the head's up about Lubbock weather. It states clearly that the changes in Lubbock weather are swift and you may find it necessary to carry a heavy coat to put on before the game is over. That nails it on the head for sure. I've always laughed at how we wear our coats over a layer of shorts and tank tops around here!
And since you stopped by for a chit chat, she'll share some of her mooshed cupcake with you!
Thanks for coming to the party and hope to see ya soon!
As I was trying to escape without another handful of stuff, I spied this little vinegar and oil set. It tied my white milk glass collection and my black amethyst together quite well. We definitely closed down the place that afternoon and had a terrific time.
Other goodness that you can share in, but you had better hurry on this one also...The Polka Dot Barn is having a terrific giveaway. Go throw your name in the comment section for a chance at a really cute banner. Git on over there now, ya here. But don't forget to come on back here for a chit chat occasionally. I promise I will blog more often....PROMISE.
Well, this is my What'sIt. They are small crocheted little tabs and one had a little safety pin attached. Hmmm.....these have had me puzzled for a bit. If you have an idea, please send it...enquiring minds want to know.
The garden is in full swing and we definitely reap the benefits daily. DH harvested a few ears of corn the other day that were so yummy. There is nothing like fresh corn on the cob. We have some form of squash daily and will have to begin to put up some in the freezer before long. And then we have peppers....and more peppers....and....oh well, you get the picture. ONE pepper plant alone could feed the community and we have several. UGH.
The corn stalks are always so pretty at this point and the DH insisted I get in the picture. I prefer to hide among the stalks with Chester The Cat.
This is my chore this morning. Putting up this first cutting of corn. Most of it is perfect and won't be cut off the cob.
In the living room is this armoire filled with more yummy stuff. The armoire has beautiful doors that we have temporarily removed for display purposes. Don't worry, that floor really isn't quite that crooked and things aren't sliding out the back door. I will try and concentrate on close-up pics next time I get over there.
These old doors put together are perfect for display and are still a work in progress because we have ideas of cutting out a couple of panels perhaps. 
This is only a taste of all the delicacies offered and I promise to get some better pics that can show off the variety available. I know Dougherty (in the panhandle) is on everyone's path to nowhere. So, when you drive on through or are planning to visit our little bump in the road as your 'go-to' place.....just call and my neighbor will be glad to open up the doors, since there aren't regular hours. It is a catch, as catch can situation so calling ahead is most important.
I hope to see y'all SOONER than later.
Then we take a gander here at the silvery and shiny stuff...The oval platter is a nice large size with an art deco motif and is a heavy aluminum I think. The covered server is in the most excellent condition and I loved the beaded edging on that piece. Then there is the silver footed platter.
I must be a magpie at heart because I am so attracted to shiny things. I love silver trays and have several stacked up already. There were a few other trays at the sale, but I really exercised self-control and just brought these few home. This one got the cut because it was footed. A little polish and it will be a real show off.
This is a sewing box I scored at a sale a couple of weeks ago. It was packed with goodies inside and was just like Christmas going through all of it. It had several marking pens for fabric that aren't in the pic because they have already found a home at my work table.
Just looking at this cute basket makes you want to mend something......or not. At least it will look adorable while waiting to be put to a good use when needed.
I did take more pics of the other goodies, but Blogger is challenging me on every photo upload. More at another time.
In the stop by my house to repack my bags for another road trip...I had a package waiting and it was this awesome charm. Tina Wright made these and sent them to the first few registrants for the Paper Cowgirl retreat. This is a great prelude to a great weekend that is just around the corner and down the road. Yee Haw!
It got a bit dark before I could gather up all the other garage sale goodies. I will corral those and snag a pic tomorrow and share some more goodies. 
But a new horizon was in sight. The big truck found it's way to Texas. Another few days and things were in order at the new address. We really lucked out to have such awesome good weather at both ends of the move.
The dear grand-daughter found time to settle into her pool and cool off after working so hard to supervise us all to do our jobs. That job being to pay total attention to her. haha. What a chore that one was!! I can't complain about that job at all.
The dear one flew home with Grandma while the parents drove the trip to TX. That would have to be another chapter in itself. That baby loves to travel and entertain and now has a fan club. 
Didn't you just love the hotel pool when you traveled? But not the waiting for 1 hour after you ate before you could jump in for some more fun! Go figure on that rule.
