Recent Thrift Store Finds
I've been finding a great many practical things at the thrift stores recently, a case of light bulbs, a new bath mat for the tub, a stereo cabinet, a reversible Adidas jacket, t-shirts, et. al. But I have found a few noteworthy curiosities.
Another tape to add to my collection of B movie horror films (Outlet, 11 cents). Haven't seen it yet, but seems a propitious blending of over-the-top violence and gratuitous sex.
A bizarre comic book about a Pope superhero after the Rapture (Laurel Salvation Army, 50 cents). I should have bought the entire series of 8 comic books, as I found later they were somewhat valuable, but I only bought the first.
A Bizaro Superman action figure. I had thought the "S" emblazoned on his chest was represented backwards. Is this a tip to greater sensitivity towards dyslexia, or just another interpretation?
Krishna painting (New Hampshire Value Village, $3). I'm interested in blending this type of Hindu art with my own writing.
Another album to my collection of 60's/70's Lounge music ($2). (I also really like the covers, and their portrayal of women and romance. A very different ideal of female pulchritude.)
A 12" of the best song ever recorded, at least lyrically ($1).
Ah, she's all I need all of my life
I feel so good if I just say the word
Sussudio I just say the word
Oh Sussudio I just say the word
Oh Sussudio I'll say the word
Sussudio oh oh oh
Just say the word
A ceramic clown. I don't buy clowns, but this one appeared vintage, made in the USA in the sixties. Plus, it looked like a Modigliani, a Modigliani Clown.
I had been looking for this kitchen appliance for a long time, a Pizzazz Pizza Cooking Oven. I finally found one ($2). I don't usually champion any kitchen appliance, but this thing is amazing--it cooks pizza perfect every time (as well as other things, perogies, flatbreads, chapatis, et. al.).
And now for something that I can't recommend, but is interesting nonetheless, a Super Slicer Food Preparation System, NIB ($3). What advantage does this device have over a colander or a knife and a cutting board? It's is a food preparation SYSTEM!
A lazy susan ($2) displayed on my father's desk. I don't know how I managed before--it is so much fun and cost-efficient to spin the susan, instead of having to get up from your chair.
The first nine seasons of "Friends" on DVD ($20). I thought they were a legitimate Region 2 set, but now I'm thinking they are a bootleg version--they aren't region protected and the quality is a grade lower (plus the names on the front of the box don't match up with the actors' pictures).
Another tape to add to my collection of B movie horror films (Outlet, 11 cents). Haven't seen it yet, but seems a propitious blending of over-the-top violence and gratuitous sex.
A bizarre comic book about a Pope superhero after the Rapture (Laurel Salvation Army, 50 cents). I should have bought the entire series of 8 comic books, as I found later they were somewhat valuable, but I only bought the first.
A Bizaro Superman action figure. I had thought the "S" emblazoned on his chest was represented backwards. Is this a tip to greater sensitivity towards dyslexia, or just another interpretation?
Krishna painting (New Hampshire Value Village, $3). I'm interested in blending this type of Hindu art with my own writing.
Another album to my collection of 60's/70's Lounge music ($2). (I also really like the covers, and their portrayal of women and romance. A very different ideal of female pulchritude.)
A 12" of the best song ever recorded, at least lyrically ($1).
Ah, she's all I need all of my life
I feel so good if I just say the word
Sussudio I just say the word
Oh Sussudio I just say the word
Oh Sussudio I'll say the word
Sussudio oh oh oh
Just say the word
A ceramic clown. I don't buy clowns, but this one appeared vintage, made in the USA in the sixties. Plus, it looked like a Modigliani, a Modigliani Clown.
I had been looking for this kitchen appliance for a long time, a Pizzazz Pizza Cooking Oven. I finally found one ($2). I don't usually champion any kitchen appliance, but this thing is amazing--it cooks pizza perfect every time (as well as other things, perogies, flatbreads, chapatis, et. al.).
And now for something that I can't recommend, but is interesting nonetheless, a Super Slicer Food Preparation System, NIB ($3). What advantage does this device have over a colander or a knife and a cutting board? It's is a food preparation SYSTEM!
A lazy susan ($2) displayed on my father's desk. I don't know how I managed before--it is so much fun and cost-efficient to spin the susan, instead of having to get up from your chair.
The first nine seasons of "Friends" on DVD ($20). I thought they were a legitimate Region 2 set, but now I'm thinking they are a bootleg version--they aren't region protected and the quality is a grade lower (plus the names on the front of the box don't match up with the actors' pictures).