In Serendipity Part I, I wrote about not only the ladder that got away, but also the luck of finding valuable or agreeable things not looked for … those things which may not be obvious at first glance … perhaps it’s an item, or an idea, or simply a treasured moment.
Of course you already know I have a ladder … the PERFECT ladder. But how did that come to be? Even I don’t quite understand, since it’s almost a replica of the one that got away … but there it is, sitting on the deck, gracing my herb garden … perfectly imperfect … in a perfectly imperfect “behind the scenes photo” …
So now on to Part II.
It was almost a week later, and the kids and I were discussing when we should go back into town. I was aiming for Thursday, they were aiming for Wednesday. Wednesday won.
I suggested to the kids that we may as well stop at my fav store for a minute (I was on the lookout for vintage white enamelware), and they agreed. As I casually headed toward the back, something made me glance over to the spot where the original ladder had been standing … and … oh.my.gosh… I nearly fainted … there it was, and as far as I could tell it was the exact same ladder, in the exact same spot! Deja-Vu of the highest order.
This time I touched my granddaughters arm and said “Teagan, look! MY ladder!” As I rushed over to put my hand on it, she ran to get the owner, and I started to remove the items that were sitting on it.
As we headed toward the front of the store (and out the door), the owner assured me it was a completely different ladder just arrived that very morning. Then she casually remarked how strange it all was … someone had called the day before and asked if the store had any ladders, and at the time, they didn’t …
It’s quite inexplicable. What are the chances?
Thanks for stopping by!
Oh my, Barb, what an amazing story !
That ladder is a real beauty … the perfect prop … enjoy it !
And about the video … you look great !
Have a nice weekend,
Sylvia
Love it … and I can guarantee you it wasn’t me who phoned the store looking for a ladder!!!!!!
such a fantastic story and a fantastic ladder it is
you are so creative and give me so much inspiration
Beautiful story and ladder?? as always thank you for sharing.
Love the back scene shot of your deck…I was curious how the background really looked with the plant off to the side (which I loved). It is a perfect ladder, and the story is just awesome, as is the video! So fun to watch.
Oh Barb……I absolutely got goose bumps listening to your story! Amazing isn’t it? I’m happy that you found THE ladder. I love its size, not too tall. I’m still on the lookout for one…..after all, I DO need a plant stand that can double as a conversation piece, right?
Thanks so much for sharing your story here AND in The Studio! LOVED watching the video and hey…..don’t kid yourself…..those funny faces made me laugh! Yay you!!
A happy ending and a perfect ladder! Beautifully photographed, too!
What a beautiful photo and great story. And to think I just gave away my ladder like that.
What a wonderful and funny story Barb, How I loved reading it and I’m glad that finally you could take this lovely ladder home… I’ve seen your video but must admit that I’m glad that you wrote it down here because I wasn’t able to grab all the story… or maybe I would have grabbed it after listening to it 3 or 4 times… I was so happy to read it in its every detail… and I love the way you tell us this story (and others) in such a funny and enthousiastic manner… love to read you and learn a couple of new words…
You’ve made such beautiful pictures with this ladder, one can guess your inspiration has been sharpened by the disappointment followed by your dream come true…
What a great story, Barb! Good things come to those who wait!
Barb,
I loved reading the story again ( I think ?) this is my favorite one on instagram ?
Ann