2006-09-08T06:29:00.000-07:00

I am writing this to share my fondness of vintage and antique items and the fun of collecting just about anything.
Since I was a young girl I've collected items of interest to me. It started with a penny collection. Still today I enjoy coin collecting, though I've never invested big into coins... I just like to keep what I run accross perchance.
Needless to say (to all those who know me) I collect many things. I have a stamp collection, I collect many different kinds of figurines. I have a thimble collection and I am extremely fond of chinaware and crystal of the EAPG era. Many people have fanned the flame of desire by indulging me with various trinkets and treasures. You just about can't go wrong with your choice of giving to me, but I am partial to items no longer manufactured or merchandise not available on store shelves.

I like looking at things that remind me of my girlhood days. I had a wonderful mother and father, so recalling growing up times is no pain to me. I love to go into other homes and see precious memorabilia proudly placed to share their past and remind one of a wonderful heritage of a loving family or cherished friend. Nostalgia is almost an addictive (although I don't like using that word) emotion I am drawn to.

There are many ways of obtaining the no longer obtainable other than just antique stores. You will find many great bargains at flea markets, garage sales, second-hand stores and the one I enjoy most... estate sales. I'd best take a trailer when I attend these. I buy by the box and when I get home it's like a lovely surprise! Not always do I come home winner as far as the monetary end goes, but many times I've done well. No matter what, I feel like I'm doing my share to increase our economy. Even the landfills need trash to make that part of business profitable.

Saying all of this brings me to the reason I am where I am today. While collecting is a very enjoyable part of my life... I have too much! I dare not throw it away. I have given some away, but I've found I like recycling. By this I mean buying and selling. I buy and have it to enjoy for a season, then share. If I charge a little bit then I can afford to keep recycling. Make sense?

All of this has led me to Ok Collectibles, my website. I've purchased many things via world wide web and now I'm offering my merchandise for others to own. My greatest assest for selling my stuff is keeping the price under others selling like stuff. This requires a lot of constant research and time, which is also enjoyable. At this point I consider myself an amateur dealer, nailing my description pretty good, nonetheless it's proving to be a working source for me.

I take this opportunity to invite you, whoever you are, to visit my website at http://www.okcollectibles.com and invite a friend to visit also. Check out my passion for collecting and some of my writings while you're there. Feel free to critique my efforts. I'm pleased to receive constructive advice. Challange is a great source of motivation for me.

Thanks for reading my web log. Feel welcome always.
Ada