It all started here...

Nation and Son Antiques in Kelso WA. (about 35min North of Portland OR.) Is responsible for my collecting habits. I grew up in my Mom's antique store and I caught the disease. When I turned 18 and moved away from home, I said " I don't want your OLD junk, I'm buying new furniture!" We all know that didn't last long, having the keys to the store, I would sneak in a take a few of my favorite pieces until I had nothing new left. Now we go to auctions and outbid each other.

My mom has been in the Antique business for about 30 years. She just expanded her store to almost 5,000 sf. I am am Very proud of her. Owning a business with your Mom/Best friend is a blast. I only wish she lived closer. She visits on buying trips to Vintage Vegas many times a year. After all what is Nation and Son, without the Son?

Check out Nation and Son Antiques if you are ever in the Northwest. Feel free to call and inquire, because we ship back and forth all the time.

Terry Nation (The best Mom)

Nation and Son 207 Allen St. Kelso WA 98626 360.425.0007

Thanks Vintage Vegas!

It's CLEAN, I have the house put back in order and I'm back to work. I want to thank everybody who came to the party from the bottom of my heart. We had a great time. I am someone who doesn't often have big events or open his home, but now I know that Vintage Vegas if full of wonderful people and I can't believe the energy in this area. If anybody wants to help think of another event, maybe a September block party? Let me know bennation@yahoo.com

"Your money is no good here"

Out and About on Fremont St. I don't know why this bothers me, but I attended a friend's Birthday dinner at Julia's restaurant on Fremont and Las Vegas Blvd. When we had finished eating I took the check and put some money down. The waitress took the money and the check. When she returned, the waitress informed me that they no longer accepts $100 bills. I was floored. I have had my credit card denied on many occasions ( I am sad to admit) but, My $100 bill was denied!!!! The best part of Vintage Vegas is that you can still gamble with money. I love the sound of coins falling out of a slot, but if you want to eat FORGET IT, Your money is no good here.

Are we doing it?

I spend my time driving around talking with people, taking pictures and collecting stories about Vintage Vegas. The Real Estate end of our business helps us match the people who "get it" with the best homes in Vintage Vegas. Real Estate helps fund our passion for Vintage Vegas. The Blog is for anybody and everybody, We love comments, opinions and emails. I can't get enough feedback. What should be on the Blog? What don't I know about? Whats going to happen next? A Big thanks to all who read our Blog now that we know there are thousands of you ( isn't technology great!!!) We want the "UncleJackpot" Party, June 16th at my home on Chapman Drive to be the meeting place for all who are interested, fascinated and involved with Vintage Vegas. ALL OUR READERS ARE INVITED. Any questions let me know-BEN NATION bennation@yahoo.com or jack@unclejack.com

How Do I tell my Roomates I moved?

I had to have the talk with my roommates, I told them that I was going to sell the house and move to Chapman Dr. The problem is the rent would have to go up. After sitting down we all came to an agreement and Zelda go her old job back guarding the Luxor offices and the Swan went back to working at slots manger at the Flamingo I guess. Everybody is settling in just fine and we are all getting ready for the History Hunt party on June 16th at our house on Chapman Dr. Zelda will be working security. Hope you can join us and meet all the other great people I spend my time with, Everybody who lives, works or is fascinated with Vintage Vegas is invited, Please attend!

We Love Funkhouse

Funkhouse Antiques is on the corner of Casino Center and Colorado. The hub of the arts district and the Center of First Friday. The Best selection of Las Vegas objet d'art and the best collection of authentic antiques and collectibles. Welcome to "outside the box". I can't get enough of this place. This is the #1 place to shop in Las Vegas (according to Ben Nation's Top places in Vegas)

http://www.thefunkhouselasvegas.com/

The Funk House 1228 S. Casino Center Blvd.Las Vegas, NV. 89104(702) 678-6278

Vintage Vegas Bathrooms

One of the best parts of my job is finding hidden treasures in Vintage Vegas homes, The first room I run to is the Bath, You never know what you will find. Here is a sample of my Vintage bath collection. I am collecting photos for a Bathroom collection. Send me pictures of your Vintage bathrooms so I can add them to the list.

What A Vintage Vegas Find!!

Check out this Souvenir from my collection. It sure beats a t-shirt. The lady I acquired this from bought it here in the 60's and had it on her kitchen wall until last year. She said it was responsible for her messy kitchen and for many trips to Vegas over the last forty years.

If you have anymore souvenirs I should post, let me know. bennation@yahoo.com

ATTN: Wild Animal loose in McNeil

Wild bull attacks Local home!

Residents say the animal is stable at this point and a capture should be easy, but the home owner "Enjoys the beast in his front yard and has no plans of having it removed" Check out this McNeil Yard, and while your at it find all the hidden pockets where Vegas keeps its treasures.

More from UncleJack: (click on the picture to see the great detail) McNeil is the a huge pocket of custom homes Between Charleston and Oakey, west of Rancho. Mostly they were built by Vegas's middle class in the 1960's. Today it's a prized neighborhood of truly classic Vintage Vegas.

Landscaping Can still be VERY Vintage

I've done it!!! spent months with the gardener seeking out some rock and plants that would respect the era of my home. In Paradise Palms one landscape option was a crushed marble, (back in those days it didn't cost thousands of dollars) We have found a white rock out of California that fits the bill. Throw in a couple of interesting shrubs......and you have got an budget friendly Vintage backyard. Finished photos soon.

The Avenue- By WOLFSON

I Couldn't be happier about the Avenue project. These mid rise lofts are in a great location and they have every amenity that anybody could desire. I am impressed with the designer Ken Wolfson. This man has left no stone unturned and considered every detail of his design. Mr. Wolfson is a man who "GETS IT" and I am glad to see his vision developing. Be one of the LUCKY FIVE people who can reside at the Avenue, better check out wolfsonlofts.com.