Cast of Characters

If you enjoy a little people watching, there may be no better venue than the rummage sale. What makes it even more fascinating is the ability to actually interact with the players.

Over the weekend I participated in our neighborhood's annual rummage sale. Let me tell you, this year's lot was just as interesting as any other. I will now describe for you the cast of characters that made an appearance at my sale:

Early Bird: The advertised time for the rummage sale is 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. I began setting up at 7:00 and by 7:15 I had my first shopper. He was on his way to work and needed to get an early start. I only had a few items out so this early bird got no worms.

High Octane: This shopper got up early, had a double shot of espresso, and planned her route. While I was adding up one person's purchases, the high octane shopper took it upon herself to count up her purchases and leave the cash on the table. She was not going to wait her turn. She had already sent her husband on to the next house and she needed to catch up.

Diva: She may have been new to the rummage circuit. I'm guessing her family may have unexpectedly fell on hard times due to the economy and this boutique shopper was forced to shop discount. The diva saw a skirt she liked and asked if I had it in any other sizes. The diva was by far my favorite.

Monty Hall: This one is going to make a deal no matter what. I only have my rummage sale for one day. I close it up in time to pick my kids up from school, so by the afternoon everything is 50% off. Every year without fail, Monty Hall shows up at my house wheeling and dealing on the stuff that I'm already practically giving away. While all the others amuse me, this one pisses me off.

Every year as I'm preparing, I vow that it will be my last. But when it's all said and done, I make a pretty nice haul and in the end, it's a rather enjoyable way to spend a spring day.