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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13666 Posts |
 Posted - Nov 02 2013 : 5:27:18 PM
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Found this cute, little 1971 Sprite, 10 ft. trailer sitting in the yard of some folks up the Dolores River Valley in the mountains. Took a friend up on Thursday to see if was for sale and something I'd be interested in
It was for sale!
I was interested!!
Today, my hubby and I went up and checked it over and over and over . . . did I say over! These were the nicest folks to deal with. The trailer was kinda stuck down in the very thick grass, etc. and had a lot of stuff stored in it. I called the owners last night and told them we'd like to come and look it over again, wanting to look at the underside and tires and the inside too. I was concerned about being able to do that because of the situation.
Today, when we drove in the driveway, the trailer had been pulled out of where it was, sitting there all prim and proper for me to look at. Tires aired, EVERYTHING removed from the inside, door standing open . . "Come on in, CJ!"
I fell in love!
My hubby and I looked it over, asked questions . . . and traded ONLY $400 for the title and bill of sale. Yes, ONLY $400.
It needs very little of anything except cleaning. Mostly dead flies which I can deal with (that's what all the black specks are on the pics of the inside). I saw NO mouse poo or evidence of anything else nasty and ugly, NO evidence of leaks, etc. It is cute, adorable and I'm tickled all shades of pink!!!!
It now belongs to the "4872 Glamping Farmgirls" . . my daughter and me!
Cute, huh?!!
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..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
Edited by - ceejay48 on Jul 11 2015 10:04:47 AM |
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Nov 02 2013 : 5:51:36 PM
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Beautiful but you always have a room here.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
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Penny Wise
True Blue Farmgirl
1903 Posts
Margo
Elyria
OH
USA
1903 Posts |
Posted - Nov 02 2013 : 5:59:52 PM
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she is absolutely darling!!!!!!
have fun with her and keep us "posted"!!!!!!!!
yay, cee jay!!! good things DO come to those who wait!!!!!!!!
Farmgirl # 2139
proud member of the Farmgirls of the Southwest Henhouse
~*~ counting my pennies; my dreams are adding up!~*~ |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13666 Posts |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Gladstone
Mi.
USA
2428 Posts |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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lovinRchickens
True Blue Farmgirl
3492 Posts
Kelly
Pipe Creek
Texas
USA
3492 Posts |
Posted - Nov 02 2013 : 9:24:56 PM
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Cj
That is just too darn cute, I LOVE it. What a good deal too. I hope you will post pics once you glamp it up a bit. I bet it will be out of this world CUTE.
Farmgirl #5111
Blessings
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soapmommy60543
True Blue Farmgirl
2197 Posts
Ann
Oswego
IL
USA
2197 Posts |
Posted - Nov 02 2013 : 9:29:46 PM
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Adorable, CJ!
Wife of terrific hubby and mom to 2 teenagers, a bunny, 1 geriatric goldfish, and the best dog in the world!
Check out my blog: http://www.suburbanprairiehomemaker.com
and follow me on Facebook (Suburban Prairie Homemaker), Twitter (@sphomemaker), and Pinterest (Suburban Prairie Homemaker)
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13666 Posts |
Posted - Nov 03 2013 : 07:13:38 AM
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Not much work that is REQUIRED and I'm thankful for that. There is an issue of mismatched colors and wood textures in the cabinets and doors that I will probably do something about. I like eclectic . . . BUT . . .
I like that it is light colored inside and has wonderful windows!!! Anyone who has seen our suitcases and suitcases full of linens, including curtains of every description will know that I will just be making some selections from those treasures to outfit it with.
Gotta her home first (need temporary permit to get her on the highway) and all those dead flies dealt with. I'm also very pleased that cleanup will not be that dreaded process where things are gross and nasty. Yes, dead flies are icky, but they are part of this climate and high altitude. This trailer has been living in a yard at about 8500 ft. elevation in "my mountains".
I'll keep you updated! Pray for the permit and title process to go smoothly!
Thanks again!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
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Cozynana
True Blue Farmgirl
1123 Posts
Kem
1123 Posts |
Posted - Nov 03 2013 : 08:03:11 AM
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| What a deal. I would love a little guy like this. Ours is toooooo big for me to pull. You will have a blast fixing it up. You seems to be very handy and we know you are crafty. Have fun! |
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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
9094 Posts
Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
9094 Posts |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9440 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9440 Posts |
Posted - Nov 03 2013 : 11:43:38 AM
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That is adorable CJ! You are a lucky gal. Would love to find a little gem myself. Am waiting for the right one to come along. I'm sure you will have fun glamping it all up!!
Denise
Farmgirl Sister #43
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path."
Psalm 119:105
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Nov 04 2013 : 04:32:34 AM
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WOW! How cool, CJ! How AWESOME is that?! You know, I scan our local Craigslist all the time for a glamping camper, but most of the time there are "wanted" ads, or ads for very huge campers... I can't get over all the wonderful deals you all are finding out there! I'm so excited for you! Have fun with your new camper, CJ & Robin! Enjoy! Enjoy! Enjoy! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6663 Posts |
Posted - Nov 04 2013 : 05:07:09 AM
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Ceejay, this is going to be fabulous for you and Robin and all your glamping expeditions! What a perfect winter project to have before you and what excitement you will have making her all fixed up inside! Can't wait to see the before and after photos. It is going to be epic!
Congratulations of such a great find!!
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Marybeth
True Blue Farmgirl
6418 Posts
Mary Beth
Stanwood
Wa 98292
USA
6418 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13666 Posts |
Posted - Nov 04 2013 : 3:52:37 PM
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Ran into a snag today . . . unable to get a temporary permit to pull her home with the paperwork I had. I won't get into the details of that.
Hubby and I sat in our van in town, totally stumped as to what to do. I continued to pray about the situation as I had been all along.
I called our neighbor . . . the friend who went with me on the initial "check it out" mission. Her hubby was off today, has a trailer and truck (crew cab)to pull it and everything we needed. I just asked him if he had a trailer that was not a horse trailer. He knew what I needed because he started talking about what he/they/we could do. He, my friend (his wife), their daughter, my hubby and I all loaded up drove up the river valley, loaded her up on the trailer, anchored her down and brought her home!
"REIVER'S REST" is home! Yup, yessiree! HOME!  Now for a winter season project of sprucing up, giving some tender loving care, etc., etc.
Will post more pics too!!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
Edited by - ceejay48 on Nov 04 2013 3:53:55 PM |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13666 Posts |
Posted - Nov 05 2013 : 5:45:36 PM
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"REIVER'S REST" Is now home!!!
Here she sits in my yard in front of one of our Colorado Blue Spruce trees. She got vacuumed and some cleaning done today!
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Bramble is investigating . . . she's my all-star glamper dog, ya' know
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Gettin' her parked in the yard!
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Okay, let's go glamping, I'm ready!
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The load and transport crew . . . made it happen! It was an interesting day with some significant challenges!
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..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
Edited by - ceejay48 on Nov 05 2013 5:51:45 PM |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Nov 05 2013 : 6:51:45 PM
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Okay Bramble has a good home now. Consider it hers. You should call it Bramble's Rambler! So cute.
Farmgirl #31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
3259 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2013 : 2:37:25 PM
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That is so awesome CJ!
I am so so happy for you and Robin and I know you are going to pretty her all up, have fun doing it and then make plenty of great memories glamping with her!
Congratulations my friend...you so deserved to find this little gem!
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
View my New Blog:
http://simplesuburbanpleasures.blogspot.com
Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds that you plant.
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
5216 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2013 : 2:39:14 PM
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Yay! I love it!
I am excited for you CJ! Maybe Robin will need to come visit more often so you can work on it together 
Farmgirl Sister #5392
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
http://amerryheartjournal.blogspot.com/
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13666 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2013 : 3:36:09 PM
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She's all clean now! YAY!!!
I put the rock guard up this morning so there could be some beautiful Colorado sunshine come in while working . . . and washed that window too!
Now to do a little this and that . . . she needs curtains, even if they are temporary. And, need to put a few things out there to make her look loved. Going to try to do something to all the cupboard doors so that they are more attractive and coordinated.
Some things will wait until Birdie can sit there with me and we can come up with ideas together.
I'm just glad to have the cleaning done!!!
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
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marlee
True Blue Farmgirl
1650 Posts
Marlene
DeRidder
Louisiana
1650 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2013 : 5:43:57 PM
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Oh CJ, what a cutie! Yes Bramble is too! That is awesome and cant wait to see what you do to the inside. I know you and Birdie will come up with something spectacular.
SWEET!
Hugs Marlee
God is the painter, he paints the picture. And his son builds it, for he is the Master Carpenter!
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13666 Posts |
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
3602 Posts
Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
3602 Posts |
Posted - Nov 08 2013 : 8:40:24 PM
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Wow! What a sweet deal, Ceejay! I'll bet you are decorating her in your sleep.
Farmgirl sister #3926
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13666 Posts |
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Outpost: "Reiver's Rest" - this & that - memories! :D |
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"Reiver's Rest" - this & that - memories! :D
