A Tisket, A Tasket

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I read a lot of blogs, and some of my favorite posts are the curbside find posts.  It always amazes me what terrific stuff is being rescued from the landfills.  I often see things on the curb that I want to grab, but I'm usually running late, and by the time I get back, the piece of furniture or whatever is gone.  Well the other day, I was returning from Target with WD when I passed by a curb laden down with garbage bags and miscellaneous stuff.  I spied a Lego box that needed further inspection, as well as a picnic basket that was begging to come home with me.

WD begged me not to stop, and slunk down in his seat.  The legos turned out to be Duplos(the big toddler version) so I left them for someone else.  The basket came home with me.  It's a great size with a latch and some sturdy handles.

The inside is a padded fabric with straps for silverware and plates.  The plates were missing and one of the straps broke loose, but could easily  be repaired.

The basket itself is insulated.  How cool is that?

WD saw me taking pics, and asked if I was posting this.  I replied yes, and he said, "But people will think we're pickers!"  I had to remind him that my friends think recycling is cool, and his 14yo friends don't read my blog.  So what do you think?  Was it worth stopping and completely mortifying my teenager?  Do you stop for curbside finds?  I'd love to know.  Incidentally, I think he'll be fine once we picnic at the park with cold drinks & snacks.

Thanks for popping in and picking with me.  I'm linking up to Southern Hospitality's Thrifty Treasures, Chic on a Shoestring's Flaunt it Friday and Just a Girl's Show and Share Day.