September 3rd, 2007
As a child my parents often brought my brother and I to auctions. As boring as I found them, I was completely drawn in by the auctioneer’s ability to speak so quickly. I would stare, dumbfounded as he spewed out the jumble of words which barely sounded English.
My dad would often remind me: Don’t raise your hands or make any jesters in the auctioneer’s general direction so they don’t think you’re bidding on something.
Now, that I think about it, I guess it’s better to be safe then sorry, but what auctioneer in his right mind would accept the unintentionally flailing of a six year old as a competent bid for the antique dresser with accented mirror?
The things parents tell their children to make them sit still and shut up.
For years I was scared shitless that I would make the wrong move and I would end up buying my parents some awful piece of artwork, a car or some shit. I sat stone still and never once made an eye contact with a single person in the entire area. Ever.
From those days on, I was sworn off auctions. I know people that have bought wonderful items and I’ve jealously commented It’s Not Fair! But it is.
They didn’t fear the auction like I. They were able to get terrific items as low cost and be round of their purchases where as I pay full price at a store sans awesome deals, like auctions.
Until recently.
When I grew some balls and jumped into the world of Ebay. Still a little leery, I’ve only purchased 4 items in the past year, but I think it’s growing on me.
The enjoyment of the surfing, the exhilaration of the bidding, and then Winning!? Fabulous! So! Much! Fun!
Potentially addicting fun.
Scary part is it doesn’t feel like you’re using real money.
Until you have to pay for your treasures.
I got myself a 40GB iPod today. Yeah! Me!
I was so excited watching a few auctions and losing a couple as well, I paid 40 bucks more then I would have liked, but it’s Mine! Beating the competition out in the remaining 5 seconds is almost as great as sex.
What a rush!
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It’s time again (already!? My gosh!) for the Perfect Post awards for August. And this month I was awe struck by an eloquent post by Velveteen Mind.
Her depiction of life on the Gulf Coast since Hurricane Katrina was a true eye opener. It was more then mere words can describe, therefore you should stop by and read it yourself.
For her heartfelt words and fantastic way she grips her reading audience, I award Megan, of Velveteen Mind, with August’s Perfect Post.
For the rest of the Perfect Post winners, drop by and see MommaK at Petroville or Lindsay at Suburban Turmoil.
Excellent choice - I almost nominated that post myself. Megan will be so excited!
Just have to wait for her to get back from vacation!
September 3rd, 2007 at 11:36 pm
I love how you say “winning” - you think just like I do! Not real $$.
September 3rd, 2007 at 11:59 pm
Back from vacation!
I have never once been on e-bay LOL I am one of those snobby girls: hate thirft stores, second hand stores, tag and garage sales and probably e-bay as well LOL But like you, know so many people who get GREAT stuff at all of them and I sit there and kick myself because of my fear, snobbiness or what-ever-the-hell-it-is that keeps me from such great treasures!
Good for you for overcoming it! I for one won’t even go there. Lord knows I don’t need another computer outlet LOL
Hahaha, meeee too. Like I really need ANOTHER computer addiction! But it’s still fun, just have to remember not to do it too much so I don’t become completely addicted (and POOR)!
September 4th, 2007 at 11:02 am
how much did you pay? i’m looking to get a new one…since my 20gb is about to bite the dust (i bought it on ebay too!)
September 4th, 2007 at 2:00 pm
My middle son swears by eBay. He buys music, collectables, and clothes. I’ve only been on once and that was when it was first around. I don’t have the patience…Big surprise, huh?
It’s a bit difficult at first, but once you get into it, it’s totally addiciting… kinda like blogging. LOL
September 4th, 2007 at 2:32 pm
Oh my god how much do I love auctions! They are so much fun! Bad though, when you realize you spent REAL money!!
Great choice for the Perfect Post award! Megan will be so excited!
Yeah, it bites when you realize that it’s real money spent.. but the bidding and looking is way fun!
September 4th, 2007 at 2:39 pm
I love listening to auctioneers. Talk about talent! And ebay? I stay far, far away. Congrats on your new iPod!
They are fascinating aren’t they? I find myself sometimes sucked into car auctions on TV because of the auctioneer. LOL
September 4th, 2007 at 11:31 pm
Exciting!! I’m contemplating a new one as well… It’s always fun to buy new things
Even better when you get a wicked deal! :p
September 5th, 2007 at 12:23 am
Thank you for nominating Megan for that amazing post!!!
September 5th, 2007 at 6:40 pm
Hi, my name is Missi and I am an ebay addict… welcome to my world (muwahhhh)
September 7th, 2007 at 9:54 pm