What have you rescued lately? 

“Let’s go look!” I said, after my husband told me he spotted something I might like. Something worth saving.

We drove down the street and stopped at our neighbor’s driveway. There stood a handsome oak rocking chair soaking up the sun. We circled around, admiring its plain design and the wavy wood grain. The arm rests were as wide as those old-fashioned school desks. Although it looked sturdy, it creaked when it rocked.

We could fix this.

We loaded our newest rescue in our vehicle, eager to bring it home. I removed the fur-covered cushions and found the rocker even more beautiful. The neighbor has dogs, and I imagined his two chihuahuas cuddling together in their special place. Next, I washed away layers of dust and cobwebs. Not too bad, as judged by only one sneeze.

Why was this beauty abandoned?

I had seen plenty of useful objects left curbside on trash day. I learned apps exists (of course they do) alerting people to unwanted free items that need a good home. But my plan has always relied on Ms. Serendipity (not an app), who appeared ah, randomly, and discovered wonderful pieces for me to adopt.

As for my latest treasure, it lives in the library, poised to catch sunbeams while I rock and read.