Day 151 - Chicago Skyline Photo

Today I am offering a nice 8x10 gold frame with a 2 inch or so blue matte and a nice Chicago skyline photo. I got this when I worked in the city. I always liked it because it was a day shot, not a night shot where the whole city is lit up. But, we have not had it hung for some time, so I think it needs to find a new home. I suppose even if they don't like the photo, they can use if for the matte and/or frame.

Day 150 - Jewlery Box Handmade in India

Today I am offering a small handmade jewelry box. Dave got it when he went to India several years ago. It is maybe 3 inches and the shape is an hexagon. We've never really put it to use since he brought it home from India. And, tonight as I am typing we are in our bedroom and just looking around for items to get rid of and this is what we saw...

Day 149 - Assorted Magazines - FLOP!

Oh man, nobody wants the magazines. I'll have to bring them to the jail so people can enjoy them. This is the second time I've tried to get rid of magazines - apparently they just don't go well.

Day 148 - 2 Babysitter Notepads- FLOP!

I am a little surprised these notepads did not go. But I forgot to mention in my e-mail that they are brand new and that might not have helped. I'll have to try again sometime soon.

Day 149 - Assorted Magazines

Today I am offering about 20 assorted magazines. They'd be good to read or for craft projects. I hope they go, otherwise I'll send them to a women's jail.

Day 148 - 2 Babysitter Notepads

Today I am offering 2 magnetic babysitter notepads. They go on the fridge so your babysitter knows pertinent information. They are both brand new. They were a kind gift when the girls were born, but we just never used them. My mom and Dave's mom and some of his family members were our primary sitters and they knew the drill, so they were not needed. But, I think they'd come in handy for someone. We'll see!

Day 147 - Book - Porn For Women - GONE!

I was not surprised that this went - but it went super fast! And, it is off my porch which is the best news ever!

Day 147 - Book - Porn For Women

Today I am offering a book called Porn for Women. I swear this is not a dirty book!! It is a gag-type book that a woman might enjoy. This is in perfect brand new condition - would make a great gift for a woman you know that needs a smile on her face.

Just the title of this book might give me some strange responses. Maybe it was not the best item to post on freecycle???

Day 146 - Shamrock Light Set - GONE!

I am surprised! The lights were taken. I thought the timing might not work!

Lessons Learned Thus Far

-Don't put items out on your doorstep for pickup if the person who gave the item to you is about to come over (Sorry, mom).

-Young children will model your behavior. Our three year old girls now ask if they should "throw it away" or "freecycle" it.

-ANY childrens item will be taken.

-If you don't think you have anything to Freecycle, just take a second to look around and I guarentee you will find something you can do without.

-People will take candy (or OTC drugs) from stangers.

-After giving away almost 150 things, we have NOT MISSED A THING!!

Day 146 - Shamrock Light Set

Today I am offering a shamrock light set. 10 indoor/outdoor lights. Brand new in packaging! This is a little out of season (seeing as St. Patty's Day isn't for like 10 months), but would be cute for a summer bbq or picnic. We'll see how picky people are...

Day 145 - "Nancy" Name Plate - GONE!

Yippie, the nameplate is gone. And, I had multiple people want it. I am a little suprised. Dave is very suprised!!

Day 145 - "Nancy" Name Plate

I've had this as long as I can remember. It has remained on the door of the room I grew up in and my girls are now growing up in. We just had the room painted and I took it down! It is white and blue with delicate flowers. Can be used as-is or painted to your liking. Kind of hard to get rid of, but I don't have my own room in the house and if I put it in the kitchen I am afraid it might send a message that I might cook or something!

Day 144 - 2 Paddington Bears

Today I am offering 2 super cute Paddington Bears. They were gifts for the girls when they were born and as cute as they are they don't get any attention and I think another family might appreciate them more. They are little display bears and the tags are still on. Might actually be worth something??? At least a few good smiles from a child.

Day 144 - 2 Paddington Bears - GONE!

The bears are gone! And, they went to a very nice person who brought over a toy lawn mover for my girls!! I was more than happy to pass this along to this kind person!

Day 143 - Necklace - GONE!

And, the necklace also got a lot of attention. The same person that took the frame is taking the necklace. Yippie.

Day 142 - Photo Room Divider - GONE!

I had several people that wanted this photo frame. So glad it will be off my porch shortly!!! I think another home will find great use for it!

Day 143 - Necklace

Today I am offering a really pretty necklace that I just have not worn and really does not fit me properly. It is gold with a lot of beading - browns, golds and ambers. Since it is really new and never worn it could even make for a nice gift!!

Day 142 - Photo Room Divider

I think I got this item when I lived in my first apartment. They were hot at the time! Today I am offering a room divider that holds 12 5x7 or 8x10 photos. It is nice, but with 3 year old kids it is just not at all practical!! So, it needs to find a new home. Our garage is busting at the seams and I am almost at my wits end!

Day 141 - Circle of Friends Candle Holder - GONE!

The candle holder is gone!! I was a little surprised to only have one interested party, but happy to have it on its way to a new home!