Tag Archives: American Pickers
by Betsy 02/10/2012
Des Plaines Goodwill Grand Opening – the Coming of the Messiah or Tim Tebow?
I have never seen such fervent shoppers in my entire life as this morning at the Goodwill store grand opening in Des Plaines. I could barely get in the door - when I succeeded, I was pushed and shoved and within 30 seconds … Continue reading →
Filed under Human Behavior, Shopping, Thrift and Resale Stores
Tagged as American Pickers, Arlington Heights, Bargains, Collectibles, Collecting, Goodwill, Junk, Shopping, Thrift Shops, Thrift Stores, Tim Tebow
by Betsy 11/23/2011
My Lifelong Love Affair with Hunting Vintage Treasure
Revisiting my earliest memories, I have always loved antiques – but it is the hunt for that elusive piece that really rocks my boat. Actually, it is finding a treasure at a bargain price that keeps me hunting, although that has become … Continue reading →
