This is the first time I've ever broken something in a thrift store - it's sure not a very nice feeling when it hits the floor and even worse when everybody starts staring at you. And to make matters worse, it was a 401 turquoise bowl in mint condition, selling for 50 cents. I felt so bad - I'm still thinking about that beautiful little bowl broken to bits!!!
Oh you poor thing! You must have felt so terrible. But things must get broken in thrifts all the time. I was talking to a clerk in a Value Village one day and, as she spoke, she gestured with her hands, hitting the lid of a beautifully etched 30's/40's Pyrex clear casserole and sent it crashing to the floor where it smashed into a million pieces. Oops.
ReplyDeleteWhat a shame! I've done it, it's the worst feeling. Especially if they make you psyfor it.
ReplyDeleteOh, I'm so sorry :(
ReplyDeleteYes, I bet you got the STARES!!!
ReplyDeleteI once broke a vintage Fiesta bowl in a highly collectible color -- the bag it was in slipped out of my hand, right onto the concrete step as I was coming into the house from antiquing. I had paid $35 for it. I was upset, yes, but there's no crying over spilt milk, as they say. I decided right then and there that if I can't afford to break it, I shouldn't be collecting it. I'm glad you were only out 50 cents on this one.
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