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- By Sandy Neilly
- A whirlwind of a year has brought us to the November/December
issue of the Wayback Times, the last issue of 2008. This is the
Great Mystery Issue for us having been compiled entirely with
the new operating system you might recall I was stressing over
in issue 78.
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- If all is well, meaning no missing images, ads or odd looking
font substitutions, I intend to have a celebration which will
likely include a glass or two of wine after a big sigh of relief.
It has been quite a challenge, I must say.
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- This is a good time to thank the many people who patiently
awaited replies to e-mail or phone calls. (Hopefully, I’ve
touched base with everyone and haven’t forgotten about somebody
or something.)
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- The theory is that after getting this paper done, ensuing
issues will be a breeze. As with many theories, especially those
related to technology I’m not entirely convinced that’s
true. But - onward and upward!
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- Snow and more snow, and then rain and more rain this past
year interfered with many antique events. Cabin Fever and Scugog’s
Port Perry Show were hit in February, and then, in that memorable
month of March, Paris, Thornbury, Woodstock and Warkworth all
fell victim to a remarkable blizzard that left many people snowed
in. Although attendance at these events was understandably lower
than anticipated, each one reported fearless attendees who didn’t
let a mere snowstorm prevent them from getting out to accommodate
their passion for antique hunting.
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- Once the snow was gone it was a game of dodge-the-rain for
Ontario’s great outdoor events like Christie, Flamboro,
Morrisburg, Odessa, Lakefield, the new Orono Antique Fest and
Roadshow’s 400. Many fared remarkably well, give or take
a shower or two - not entirely unexpected by the dealers of such
shows. The weather for the St. Lambert Show in Quebec really
did not look promising when we delivered papers the Friday afternoon
prior to opening - but some fervent prayers must have been answered
and the rain stayed away for their very successful day. Being
an antique dealer (or show organizer) is not for the faint of
heart!
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- Delivering the Wayback Times has taken us along the highways
and biways of Ontario (and Quebec) to the count of over 32,000
kilometers so far this year alone - almost a trip around the
circumference of the world.
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- Our little black VW is getting close to the 600,000 kilometre
mark and the old Dodge Ram just motors on and on getting the
paper out to you. (She’s not too pretty, but she gets the
job done.)
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- We attended many shows, some to take photos, others to drop
off papers for Ottawa's Button Show and shows in Bala, Bowmanville
Antiques & Folk Art, Christie, Colborne, Odessa, Picton,
Port Perry (both), Orono, Lakefield, Stratford, Cabin Fever,
Peterborough’s Premiere show and many others.
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- That, my friends, is the best part of this job. We’re
able to see some incredible antiques and also chat with organizers
and dealers and get a real understanding of the “state of
the market”. If you’re wondering where it stands right
now, it’s still very strong and we sense great confidence
in the majority of people we’ve spoken with.
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- Yes, there have been some “casualties” along the
way, but overall, enthusiasm is high and if there is a storm
to ride out, the antiques industry will do it well and come back
strengthened. It always does.
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- The business of antiques has greatly expanded our “family”
and has brought a multitude of remarkable people into our lives.
They are an assorted bunch from all walks of life with whom we
have developed a network of friendships as delightful as an intricate
old quilt, created with love and an investment of time - a very
rewarding investment where the returns are excellent and never
affected by the economy.
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- Perhaps it’s the mutual love of old things, the ability
to appreciate the history in an item, that helps us form these
ties that bind. Whatever it is, it’s something we cherish
deeply, and if it weren’t for the fascinating world of antiques
and collectibles, our lives would be far less enriched.
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- Christmas is a time for giving. To give of yourself is the
best gift of all, but after that, may we suggest the gift of
an antique; the sharing of history in an object from our collective
past. And, from personal experience, adding to someone’s
favourite collection ranks very high on the successful gift-giving
list.
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- If you take a look at the Wayback
Calendar, there are still some great shows coming up - and
hopefully our Canadian weather will be kind for each and every
one.
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- We hope you enjoy this issue and wish you good luck and happy
hunting while gift shopping at the many shows and shops advertised
in the Wayback Times.
Merry Christmas and happy holidays, from our home to yours.
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will
toward men." A glorious message indeed. God bless.
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