Sunday At the Flea Market

I had the periodic pleasure of going to the (world's famous) antique flea market in Alameda today.  Imagine, 3 hours of roaming - going through rows and rows of jewelry, furniture, chachkis, dolls, and poodles .  Ever time I go - I feel like my $5 admission is fully utilized - even when I return to my car empty handed - it's like roaming through a museum - except it's much colder.  I always try to find poodle objects - found 2.

I so love to take pictures every time!  They are odd and ephemeral.

Fil was pretty darn lucky.  We spotted a set of 5 Eames beige fiber glass stackable  chairs - from the beginning of our route.  This was precisely what he had been dreaming about for 6 months!  We decided to come back as this was still early in our trek.  Finally at 2pm, as he did not find anything (apart from an old scuffed up leather Member's Only Jacket that he tried on) that captivated his interest - we walked briskly to the stall that had the 5 chairs.  Unfortunately, only 3 were left - but the lady gave him a wonderful price on 2.  

I've also reasoned that in the future when I finally get a home I can call my own - I will be growing herbs in a baby tub.  Oh yes - and I do want a small vanity mirror.

Among the memorable treasures I found today was a circa 19th century 18K gold wind up pocket watch for somewhere at $500.  The details were gorgeous and SO notable - the face of the watch itself was made of light blue porcelain - the exterior of the watch had many a hand etched stars.  The man was kind enough to let me hold and stare at it - fully knowing that I was not a prospective buyer.  I really should of gotten a picture.

Walking for 3 hours in the cold is tough - but looking over the pictures makes it so worthwhile.