Winter Quarters 2009

It's been four years since I've entered anything on this blog. Here's why: It's easy to add a new entry when one's traveling, as something new and interesting is constantly happening and worth sharing.

Starting a business is a different story. And that's what I've done since returning from my travels.

During the summer months I travel, mostly to southern Wisconsin to do Antique and Collectibles shows but, come October, the shows close down for the winter. As a result, from November through March I set up a series of booths at the Alpine Flea market right here in Rockford.

One section is called "Cabin Fever" and it contains antiques and collectibles with a Northwoods flair. The other section is called "Second String" and it features gently used NFL clothing with concentrations on Bears and Packers gear, since we are located in the Stateline area between Illinois and Wisconsin.

I also have gently used CDs (about 1200 of 'em), leather jackets, western wear and Northwoods shirts.

I'm only open on weekends but am kept busy all week re-supplying my stock.