Part 15. The store is looking sweet! Candy arrives! General Store

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  • Whew! After getting our zoning approved Alex and crew continue with prep work getting the store ready for our grand opening. Setting up the candy display, fixing a pinball machine and getting the piano bar in place.
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  • @hellykay
    @hellykay 4 ปีที่แล้ว +198

    "My experience has been it's much easier to sell these signs - when they're spelled correctly." Oh, bless him. 😄

    • @lornawood3260
      @lornawood3260 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Heli Kaltiokumpu that statement was priceless!! ❤️

    • @bookbandit
      @bookbandit 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Very true and so humble, seems like a really nice guy ☺

    • @duplessis2006
      @duplessis2006 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Curiosity Ltd

    • @Skeptic2006
      @Skeptic2006 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I cringed irl when he did the reveal but at least it wasn't a tattoo! Btw, very strange to randomly find a person from my small hometown of Sodankylä, Finland. At least I think you might be from there also.

    • @DebraJean196
      @DebraJean196 ปีที่แล้ว

      That was a GREAT line, delivered PERFECTLY!!!!!

  • @francispalmer9737
    @francispalmer9737 4 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Curiosity i have a tip for all your wooden draws get an old candle and rub it on the runners it keeps the draws opening smoothly and stops them from jamming. Also works on zips. Try it folks it works well.

    • @missycat5783
      @missycat5783 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      bar of soap works too

    • @VickieV1333
      @VickieV1333 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      francis palmer Or soap...

    • @margaretmodrovsky5607
      @margaretmodrovsky5607 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have a real wooden chest of drawers and have to do that occasionally . It works very well too.

    • @jameskenote3000
      @jameskenote3000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Don’t use Elmer’s, though. It will only make them stick worse.

    • @patriciahazeltine9986
      @patriciahazeltine9986 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Beeswax!!

  • @alisonard2026
    @alisonard2026 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I really admire you Alex (& your lovely wife too) for pursuing your dream instead of a life based purely of $$$$$ in a time intensive career. You have shown your children that having goals & respect for yourself & your fellow man can lead to the true path of a life filled with happiness & joy. I wish that one day I could come & see your wonderful store & meet all the interesting people who have made it such an interesting part of your community - sadly I live on the other side of the world from you but that should also show your wonderful family the impact your lives have had on sooo many people - near & far. I wish you the best of life & luck in your new store & your grand opening .... although something tells me you have all the truly necessary qualities for a wonderful life already, mainly LOVE!!!!!!

    • @CuriosityIncorporated
      @CuriosityIncorporated  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Really appreciate that :)

    • @suzannejensen275
      @suzannejensen275 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CuriosityIncorporated Your dream of a general store you had for yourself how could you ever imagine it as turning into something so many people around the world living your dream with you. Your positivity and persistence has paid off by not listening to the negative people. You have managed to cross many big hurdles that most people would have let it stop them when they were told NO, but you just kept pressing forward. Like you have said many times we are only given one life why spend it in a job we hate. Don't be afraid to live your dreams and stay positive. I think having a guest book with a comment section in your store would be something really nice to have that others could read how far away people have come to see your store. There was a place in South Dakota that had a map and a little box of pins that you could stick into the map showing where you were from something like that would be fun too. Congratulations Alexander sending love from Texas to you and your family and Chewy too.

  • @JussyLeeTeeVee
    @JussyLeeTeeVee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Abigail is a sweetie. Her reaction to being rewarded a sucker was just adorable.

  • @sandiroberts6296
    @sandiroberts6296 4 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    You picked the perfect little girl to help with the candy display. She’s such a cute little sweetheart. It’s so nice to get your family involved. You’ve raise 3 nice and well behaved kiddos.

  • @charlesdeens8927
    @charlesdeens8927 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Your store looks like so much fun to visit. It's one of those places where if you visit as a kid, you remember it for the rest of your life.

  • @bonniehocking7694
    @bonniehocking7694 4 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    Dave did a great job on all the signs. I’m sorry he had to redo that last one but he seemed to be a very good sport about it and wow got the job done fast. Thanks Dave you rock!🏄‍♂️

    • @phangirlable
      @phangirlable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      The brilliant way he fixed that spelling error (I would have done the same mistake btw XD) just emphasizes how great Dave is at his job. :)

    • @Jennynine
      @Jennynine 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      My hubby painted signs back in the 80's and he did a sign that said "Goverment Checks Cashed Here" and even hung the sign on the stores building. Week later the owner contacted him and said a 10 yr old kid came in and said, "hey Goverment is spelled wrong, it has 2 N's" lol

    • @pegsbarton6353
      @pegsbarton6353 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      It's confusing because 'curious' has the 'u' but not curiosity, it throws you. You sorta think it should be the same. lol

    • @nancymontgomery8897
      @nancymontgomery8897 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@pegsbarton6353 Like four and forty.

    • @phangirlable
      @phangirlable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ugh, government and environment are two of the other mean words that are easy to spell wrong. lol Thank you for telling that little story. :)

  • @agneslaura10
    @agneslaura10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    HAHAHAHAHAH! When you made the joke about people spelling “curiosity” wrong and Dave steps back to reveal that he spelled it wrong just as you finished the joke.. 😂🤣😂 I laughed for 5 minutes straight! 😂🤣😂

    • @cindykchen
      @cindykchen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      The thing is when he was making the joke I tried spelling it in my head and I added the U too 😅😅😅 now I know I guess!

    • @tonigutierrez654
      @tonigutierrez654 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      me too. lol

    • @julier.1902
      @julier.1902 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      We will now NEVER forget how to spell curiosity!!!

    • @guyjohnl
      @guyjohnl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      A. It is an odd word, however, it is based on the word ‘curios’ not ‘curious’ - hence the spelling. Dave did a wonderful job though, it looks beautiful.

    • @therockgirl15
      @therockgirl15 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣🤣🤣🤣 lol

  • @lesmess.
    @lesmess. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Your daughter is the spitting image of her mom, especially her “ha” after your Mooo- dad joke. 😂👍🏻

    • @d.d.d.a.a.a.n.n.n
      @d.d.d.a.a.a.n.n.n 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was thinking exactly the same

    • @jameskenote3000
      @jameskenote3000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That single “Ha!” was hilarious.

    • @Sparrowdean
      @Sparrowdean 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Leslie Ann His daughter resembles her mother's dad, yet another Dave.

  • @ornleifs
    @ornleifs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    Your daughters reaction to your Moo Dad Joke was Priceless.😂

    • @popovka
      @popovka 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      And her sweater is adorable with that tail!

    • @popovka
      @popovka 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@okjoe5561 she is (looks and personality)! And EXTRA cute in that sweater.

    • @julier.1902
      @julier.1902 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The best moment to me! Lol.

    • @keithschrack
      @keithschrack 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The joke 𝑤𝑎𝑠 pretty baa...d. I'd have the same reaction.

    • @julier.1902
      @julier.1902 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@keithschrack Groan!!!

  • @SuzanneDesign
    @SuzanneDesign 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I so envy how you fearlessly tackle everything yourself - like replacing all the rubber in the pinball machine.

    • @jostallworth3087
      @jostallworth3087 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agreed. This man is certainly an inspiration.

  • @brandyaldrighetti6838
    @brandyaldrighetti6838 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Your family is the best!!! I would like to see a video produced by the kids.... life from their point of view... maybe start a channel just for them... call it "just a LITTLE curious "😁

    • @suzannejensen275
      @suzannejensen275 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      LOL I love it and the title for it. I think it would be fun to really show how much their parents are able to accomplish so much and still have time to raise three amazing children. I know stay at home moms with only one child and they aren't even close to being well behaved. It's so sad to see how they are raising their children I don't think they are going to be able to handle them as they get older. They don't believe in any kind of punishment no matter what they have done wrong. I know so many young people that have no respect for their elders because of the way they were raised.

  • @tootmetoota
    @tootmetoota 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Watching the keys fall as Josh cut that piano was so oddly satisfying!

    • @sand3882
      @sand3882 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Kind of looked like someone was playing them. Mesmerizing.

    • @suzannejensen275
      @suzannejensen275 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Still bothers me my friend's granddaughter took a hammer to her mother's piano who passed away smashed it into pieces. She said she didn't play it anymore and it was taking up too much room in her apartment. I was kind of hysterical that she did it told her she could have donated it to some place. She saved the inside wires it looks kinda like a harp but still so sad to see it. Now what to do with it so big and heavy.

    • @lianelinner9594
      @lianelinner9594 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@suzannejensen275 My Mom repurposed a piano into beautiful shelves. She asked me if she had been wrong to do so. Although I was very surprised that anyone would take apart a piano, the shelves are more useful to her life and living space. So, Kudos Mom!

    • @wewemcrhyne
      @wewemcrhyne 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It kinda hurt me to see him do that. I don’t know why

  • @TheRinkboss
    @TheRinkboss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    You’ve done it Alex !! , A definite first ...The cutting of a piano keyboard accompanied by Mariachi music ...great episode bud

  • @Ceelle2
    @Ceelle2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    The store looks fantastic! And thanks for modeling to all of us, old and young, how to handle a small disappointment. You handled it with tact and calm and without judgement. Very nice. Hope the Edmonton Tourist Board does a nice feature for you.

  • @sallycroft2191
    @sallycroft2191 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Store looks fabulous, can't wait to see it in person one day. Loved seeing Abagail helping in the store. Well done, Josh on cutting the piano keys. Alec, for sake your lungs and especially your family, please buy some face masks to have on hand. Mold is serious business, especially black mold. Be sure to change furnace filter more often than normal too.

  • @jimarsenault394
    @jimarsenault394 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Maybe you should have an admission charge just to come look through the store. It is much more interesting than most museums I have been to. 😉
    PS we loved the piano bar Josh knocked it out of the park on that. The store looks great thanks for the video. 🤗

    • @lukegervais6257
      @lukegervais6257 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Or just a Tip Donations Jar -Stephanie Luke's Mom

    • @patriciahazeltine9986
      @patriciahazeltine9986 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you for sharing this adventure with us on TH-cam. I am sure every penny you earned from TH-cam was well deserved. Great content and you are so informative. I hope this helped to defray the costs involved in opening your new shop!! Now enjoy and sell away!!

    • @darlenedouglas5148
      @darlenedouglas5148 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Definitely a great shout out to Josh! That music was hilarious when Josh was cutting the piano! Josh you have such great ideas for making something from nothing! Nice piano bar! The sign looks great but it was ashame it was spelled wrong! Alex, you have a truly wonderful family!

    • @darlenedouglas5148
      @darlenedouglas5148 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your daughter is a great helper and a real cutie! She is turning into a pretty young lady! I really like the looks of the inside of the store. Please make sure you take us on a SLOW tour of the store! Great video update and the content was fantastic!

    • @LIBICU812
      @LIBICU812 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh, I'm quite sure there will be very few people leaving the store empty-handed. People will gladly give donation just for the Curiosity experience. I'll buy some candy just so I can sit at the piano bar and play with my new Hot Wheels and I'm 55 yrs old. 😋

  • @LittleCarol
    @LittleCarol 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Your helper did a great job on the sweets baskets. looks like an amazing store. You are definitely on the tourist map for Edmonton. So what is your next project? An old style Bed and Breakfast Hotel for all us to come and stay in from all over the world. Please?

    • @wewemcrhyne
      @wewemcrhyne 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Carol Cassidy that is a really great idea! Lol

  • @davidcopperfield-notthemag397
    @davidcopperfield-notthemag397 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    We 'visual patrons' of yours are greatly relieved you got your rezoning too! We were ready to sign a petition and deluge the Courthouse with letters of support for you! Your dream of having an old general store have come true. Enjoy these moments! Good work! 🎉🎊

  • @pattimessenger6214
    @pattimessenger6214 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love how you can look at old cars and things like your pinball machine and figure out what is wrong and how to fix it! Even the new (old) store. Many people would have looked at the structural issues and been too intimidated to buy it. You looked through the problems and saw your dream general store! You fixed it up, doing much of the work yourself, and you have surrounded yourself with talented craftsmen who are also handy optimists, and before long, your store is fantastic!
    And of course, look at what you did to the Potter’s House! You saved it from the wrecking ball and made it back into a beautiful home! And you saved Mary Borgstrom’s legacy, and told the world her story!

  • @simplycrochet1430
    @simplycrochet1430 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I’m amazed on how quickly you organized the store... maybe you have a crew of elves you don’t video.. haha. Every corner of the place looks beautiful.. somewhere I definitely could spend an afternoon browsing....Great job!! So happy for you & your family

    • @natalie8212
      @natalie8212 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He's like a ten man crew, seriously! I wish I had a fraction of his energy.

    • @andreaello2189
      @andreaello2189 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree totally! The store is organized beautifully. Every square inch is perfect! Alex's daughter is such a little sweetheart I absolutely love her and it's so sweet that she helped her dad finish the display! I am so happy for Alex and the entire family! :-)

    • @natalie8212
      @natalie8212 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@andreaello2189 Me too, they deserve all the good things in life. I was thinking if the zoning didn't come through, there'd be a crazy petition coming their way. Lol

    • @andreaello2189
      @andreaello2189 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@natalie8212 I thought it was so cute when he went to the council meeting or whatever it was and they asked him if he tied his own bowtie and a few other questions that told me that they seemed to be looking as forward to their store opening up as the tourism group of people w e r e! Just really sweet! You've got to love the people of Canada! Most are so wonderful! :-)

  • @vorpalcheese
    @vorpalcheese 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Glad to see you looking more relaxed Alex! Congrats on the zoning changes, I breathed a sigh of relief, can't imagine how much of a weight that was off your shoulders!

  • @rexgrl3
    @rexgrl3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The use of those furniture felts was bloody brilliant!

  • @lynnecurtis3630
    @lynnecurtis3630 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    To help old drawers run smoothly just rub a white candle on the runners be generous with the rubbing it works smooth drawer openings.

  • @didisinclair3605
    @didisinclair3605 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Congrats on all you've accomplished, Alex! Abby, LOVE your pink sweat shirt, with that little tail... adorable!!!!

  • @Wonderfulwin
    @Wonderfulwin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Your daughter is so tolerant of your dad jokes. Loved the "...ha."

    • @julier.1902
      @julier.1902 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's what got me the most!! lol

  • @crowgirl1326
    @crowgirl1326 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    After hanging the candy baskets, Abigail did a perfect Vanna White impression to show off the selection. So precious.
    All the hard work, elbow grease and imagination are finally coming to fruition. You, your family, friends and employees should be proud of the accomplishment.

  • @Vault57
    @Vault57 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dave did a great job on the sign. The misspelling was a blessing in disguise, in repainting it he extended the flair of the “C” running it through the loop of the “r”. That change actually makes the difference between a pretty good looking sign and a great looking sign. In my humble opinion that is. It was just the little tweak that it needed.

  • @PricillaMac1
    @PricillaMac1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I loved your music choice as Josh started sawing the keyboards.. :) I had to laugh..The store looks fantastic as I would expect, right down to Melissa ringing the store. That old phone is a treasure

  • @brendaessig6028
    @brendaessig6028 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Curiosity Incorporated has become my favorite You Tube channel. I have greatly enjoyed seeing your projects through the different stages. The various people you have employed throughout each episode have been great workers and interesting personalities. I have now added Josh's channel to my subscriptions. Thank you for introducing me to this fine young artist.

  • @beckyjohnson3153
    @beckyjohnson3153 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The finished sign is awesome! Super impressed by the sign maker's skill. The store looks incredible inside and out.

    • @phangirlable
      @phangirlable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dave has mad skills. And a great sense of humour too!

  • @knittingnana2939
    @knittingnana2939 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    What a sweet, helpful little girl you have❤

    • @chuckiesjamochashake
      @chuckiesjamochashake 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I like how she did a dad impression when explaining what she did with the suckers.

    • @davidcopperfield-notthemag397
      @davidcopperfield-notthemag397 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Daddy's Little Girl...am I right? 👱

    • @Markus0021
      @Markus0021 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chuckiesjamochashake I noticed the 'dad impression' too. Very cute.

  • @killab138
    @killab138 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Had to pause the video and try not to die from laughing so hard when he revealed the sign was misspelled just like you said. I can't breathe. XD

  • @divinewrath3142
    @divinewrath3142 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Abigail is SO stinking cute! When she said, "Ha" with that face... I just about died! & Its really sweet to see her there helping her dear ol' dad.

  • @kshav62
    @kshav62 4 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Maybe smallish corbels for the riser on the side of the piano bar keyboard? You also could sell some Curiosity Inc coffee mugs!

    • @LauraLouise008
      @LauraLouise008 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      mugs are an awesome idea!!

    • @popovka
      @popovka 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      And bumper stickers (if you don't have them already, which you probably do...) , hehe

    • @susanjones97
      @susanjones97 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The mugs are an awesome.idea.

    • @lindamj9
      @lindamj9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Mugs hold coffee....Curiosity Inc. And Coffee....these are a couple of my most favorite things! Hey! I drink my coffee while I watch you guys....ooooo yes! Mugs! Lol....I'm just so happy for you and your family I'm silly giddy!

    • @jostallworth3087
      @jostallworth3087 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Decided. The public has spoken. Let there be mugs. I'd love to see one in the Detroit hands. And without the extra "u" LOL.

  • @thizizliz
    @thizizliz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    You've really worked hard & it shows.

  • @amylynn4507
    @amylynn4507 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    And you need a pickle barrel!!

    • @Brenda-qm4sy
      @Brenda-qm4sy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      EXCELLENT IDEA! NOT SURE IF THEY WOULD SELL BUT EXCELLENT IDEA😉

    • @LauraLouise008
      @LauraLouise008 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      lol..maybe a miniature one, along with a miniature pickle Cardboard guy to advertise!!

    • @annakoch9972
      @annakoch9972 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They use to sell some kind of barrels in the garden stores, to put plants in. It was a big thing in the early 2000 something.

    • @MinneapolisRaven
      @MinneapolisRaven 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      A prefect home for Pickle Rick!!!

    • @alisonscurr4395
      @alisonscurr4395 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@MinneapolisRaven I think he gifted Pickle Rick to Josh.

  • @catpaws798
    @catpaws798 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nothing like looking at your store when it's completely set up! I remember that day well! It looks amazing!!! 🍭

  • @jagardina
    @jagardina 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ha ha ha, "people always put an extra u in it, like you did..." That was hilarious.

  • @wendollah
    @wendollah 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Your new store looks incredible! I just love watching to see how you put things together for display, and, although you have LOTS of things it does not feel junky or crowded, it is like one giant fab treasure hunt. KUDOS!

  • @jayze10
    @jayze10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Us sailors who own sail boats, we leave 1 lightbulb burning 24/7 inside the boat to keep the inside of the boat dry. Also at the $1 store you can purchase cartons of dehumidifiers to take out excess moisture in the air. These work well too.

  • @m0L3ify
    @m0L3ify 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I think you're the only guy that can make spraying a moldy wall entertaining

  • @callumbush2
    @callumbush2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +125

    Come on mate come clean how do you find the energy and time to accomplish everything that you do? Could you please bottle and sell it. I will gladly be your first customer!

    • @CuriosityIncorporated
      @CuriosityIncorporated  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hey you changed your profile pic!

    • @ninjanana8730
      @ninjanana8730 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He is YOUNG and passionate.

    • @1ndygirl
      @1ndygirl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I would bet that doing what you love and are passionate about makes all the difference. We should all be so lucky!

    • @callumbush2
      @callumbush2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@CuriosityIncorporated like you it was time for a change 😀

    • @suzannejensen275
      @suzannejensen275 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@callumbush2 Wow yes what a nice hunk I mean hulk LOL😁 I still can't believe he gets so much done it's just amazing. I'd definitely buy a few bottles if he could bottle his energy. 😄

  • @wenglishsal
    @wenglishsal 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well done Alex, the store is looking awesome and ready to open. It all looks like you have been there for years, comfortable, easy to walk through and full of goodies..
    Best wishes to you and your family, from Wales UK

  • @pattyfarghaly1821
    @pattyfarghaly1821 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    That is one fantastic place. It's awesome. I'd put the canoe in the building out back too. It would look awesome with those bags..You outdid yourself this time. Two home runs in a row. Congratulations. ❣❣❣❣

  • @janeysiegrist5061
    @janeysiegrist5061 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Dear Insurance Company;
    "I am not planning on setting my store on fire."
    🤣🤣

  • @connieb3819
    @connieb3819 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Alex, once again, I'm totally impressed with how talented you are. Everything is looking great.

  • @joannemccormick5730
    @joannemccormick5730 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Congratulations Alex, your store looks fantastic!

  • @MediaTribeUSAAus
    @MediaTribeUSAAus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The sign is gorgeous!

  • @chazzyb8660
    @chazzyb8660 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Alex, I'm sure you thought of it, but you ought to have souvenir Curiosity* Inc. 'matchbox' ambulances.
    The new sign looks even better that the original, with that 'C' passing through the top of the 'r'…
    Looking forward to seeing it in place.
    * Got it right!

  • @befuddled2010
    @befuddled2010 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Alex, let me tell you something you already know; your daughter is adorable. Huge respect to you for providing your family with such a wonderful life. You may be living your dream, but your children are also living it with you and they will carry the memories of all your adventures into their own lives and pass them onto your grandchildren and great grandchildren. Best to you on getting the shop ready as you get down to the wire on your grand opening. Hoping for a really spectacular event on that front. Cheers mate!

  • @jenniferk4336
    @jenniferk4336 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always enjoy seeing your daughter. She seems good natured, helpful, and loving, and I just like having her around! I can definitely see Melissa in her appearance and movements, which is really cute. Thanks for sharing your family with us!

  • @susans707
    @susans707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Wow! I am so impressed with your organizational skills! The store looks amazing!! I could not be happier for you!!!

  • @o0KugelkaktuS0o
    @o0KugelkaktuS0o 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Omg I loved the dialogue about the sign and the finality with which Dave closed the door to his car. :-)

  • @missycat5783
    @missycat5783 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very cool 'Piano Bar'

  • @ak7ant
    @ak7ant 4 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    O.K. I figured it out: when C-U-R-I-O-U-S changes to C-U-R-I-O-S-I-T-Y, the second "U" is dropped! That's what causes the confusion!

    • @adellaadams8018
      @adellaadams8018 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That makes sense! Is that Canadian English? I get confused with British English!

    • @phangirlable
      @phangirlable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Lets just face the harsh reality. Pretty much all of us, including me, thought it was spelled curiousity even though we have seen Alex's business name many times. lol

    • @zebilaweed
      @zebilaweed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@notanothercomment LOL, just no, english is one of the easiest language in the world LOL! Try to learn German, Japanese, French... LOL

    • @jesusbeloved3953
      @jesusbeloved3953 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Paula Higgins Good call! I hadn’t noticed that! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

    • @suzannejensen275
      @suzannejensen275 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The English language has strange rules to change the spelling of word, words not spelled the way they sound and having a lot of words pronounced the same but spelled diferent and have different meanings. As a second language it can be very frustrating.

  • @jojocatattack
    @jojocatattack 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    2019 has been your year. I am so happy and pleased for the Curiosity Inc. family. God Bless You!

    • @persebra
      @persebra 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      if he can sell the old store and the house, its been a great year!

  • @carly1478
    @carly1478 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    The new store sign looks great. I love how he painted the C .💕💕

  • @solid_jr
    @solid_jr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I'm guessing that Abigails favourite part of the store is the candy display : ) maybe Josh's too.. he seems to have a bit of a sweet tooth. I'm super pumped for your grand opening and I live across the country. I've been promoting your store to two buddies I have in Edmonton and I'm, for sure, going to visit on my next business trip out there. I know it's going to be wildly successful. It's nice to see the payoff for all the hard work. Between your energy dreaming so huge and Josh's creativity and talent, you guys are a pretty incredible team. Your channel has really helped me (a lot of people, I suspect) get my outlook and priorities straightened out. For that I, most sincerely, thank you Alex. Take care ...

  • @callumbush2
    @callumbush2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    19:24 A future interior designer, good eye young lady, well done Abigail 👍🏼

  • @maddieadams75
    @maddieadams75 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Looking fabulous thanks for the update ♥️

  • @mccadee5933
    @mccadee5933 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    We enjoy your adventures, everyday issues presented so interesting. Makes us feel invested. You have it all under control. Congratulations!

  • @pattim9617
    @pattim9617 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The store looks fantastic. It’s looks as if you stepped back in time when you open the door, just like you envisioned it. Congratulations Alex.

  • @pamalapeterson5352
    @pamalapeterson5352 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All our prayers came true ... You got your permit! ... Thank you , God, for answering all these prayers! Great job, Alec!

  • @deirdrethompson5597
    @deirdrethompson5597 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    The store looks amazing! Well done. Looking forward to the opening.

    • @litestreamer
      @litestreamer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOVE the Pig's Tail!

  • @Brenda-qm4sy
    @Brenda-qm4sy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I am so Proud of you. I am probably older than your Mom not that it matters but I guess that's why I say I am SO PROUD OF YOU. 🤣🤗🤣😅🤗🤣🤗❣❣❣

  • @BanDanaGramma
    @BanDanaGramma 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Okay, I may be way out of your generation, but that piano bar IS Sick! I love it! What a concept. Go Josh and Alexander. I'm almost giddy watching your store take shape. Abigail, you are a cutie and a natural, watch out Vanna! Candy tree! The sign looks great! Dave is a talented guy, humble, and very quick to make things right. Thanks for being you. Hugs to our beautiful Melissa. With Love From BanDana Gramma.

  • @WhyNot-zr5kl
    @WhyNot-zr5kl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The sign...lol...priceless. And the Spanish music when Josh was cutting down the keyboard. I LOVE your channel....

  • @DonnaRatliff1
    @DonnaRatliff1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Wow, How exciting Alex! You've done again! Success, filling your dreams. I can't wait to see the faces of the locals when they come for the "Grand Opening!!" Yea!

  • @shelleynobleart
    @shelleynobleart 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Everything is looking so scrupulously fabulous! My mind gets boggled at how much you get done. It's all so completely charming. Congratulations on your continuing ever-increasing success.

  • @coffeefortwosolly
    @coffeefortwosolly 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video Alex...shop is looking amazing...and well done Dave on the sign and such humility in admitting his error...and within 24 hours he rectify it...amazing service! Loved the piano bar too and the cherry on the cake was the new card labels on your draws...trust me if I was a neighbor I would of loved to have helped...the tiny things matter tooooo! 😉🙋🏻💕💕🇬🇧

  • @Bill23799
    @Bill23799 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations on getting the Zoning Variance Alex. The new store is looking great.
    It was neat to hear you talk about old " Johnny Lightning " cars. When they first came out
    they were manufactured at the " GRIES " Reproducer/ Dynacasting Corporation in New Rochelle, NY where I grew up as a boy
    in the 1960's. I would walk past the Gries factory on Second Street whenever I walked to my best friend Anthony's house.
    We would jump into the big Dumpster outside the plant at night and find all kinds of cool stuff. Unpainted Johnny Lightning cars that I assume
    were rejects. Gries also made those Teeny Tiny Tool Sets you would get in the old Gumball machines in a big clear plastic ball.
    I had many of those tiny hammers. pliers.scissors. screwdrivers, and folding clasp knives.

  • @user-sp5tx9fx7l
    @user-sp5tx9fx7l 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Hello from Oregon!
    So, SO happy for you....the store looks great! Also, your baby girl is adorable, glad she came to visit!

  • @lorikendrick5076
    @lorikendrick5076 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Can not wait for the Grand Opening!!!
    I've made signs for people also and have mispelled one. Very frustrating for the artist too.😁
    This store looks Maaavalous!

    • @lorikendrick5076
      @lorikendrick5076 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Frank Winkhorst If you are talking about the way I spelled marvelous, I meant it to be like that!!! It's from a movie with Billy Crystal. It is on purpose.

    • @suzannejensen275
      @suzannejensen275 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Love the Billy Crystal reference! I always loved how he said that.😀💜

  • @Spitsz01
    @Spitsz01 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God, I could spend days in that shop. WOW. Go's to show what good family and good friends can create!
    To bad about the sign though. Poor Dave has to start all over again. He should ask Josh to saw the "U" out!

  • @loraineleuschke4186
    @loraineleuschke4186 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Josh, you are pure, unadulterated talent!👨🏻‍🎨👨🏻‍🎨👨🏻‍🎨

  • @rebamiller3249
    @rebamiller3249 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Time to hang a bell by the door that sounds off when customers come in♡

  • @sharonnowlin2297
    @sharonnowlin2297 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your store looks amazing after all the hard work that has been put into it. It's coming down to the Grand Opening!!! Abigail is such a sweet and beautiful girl!!! I LOVE her sweatshirt with the little tail on the back. When she went to get her sucker, her little pink tail was jiggling behind her. CONGRATS on your NEW store!!!

  • @debbiehogan5443
    @debbiehogan5443 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely love the store. So many antique stores are junkie but not yours. From your toy section to the kitchen, it flows and is so neat. I love the piano bar, the hands on guitar holder, well just everything. Not enough room to type everything I like, lol. You've done an amazing job. Love y'all bunches and bunches!

  • @lornawood3260
    @lornawood3260 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The store looks great; as a musician, I love the upcycled piano. Josh “did good,” as usual. Signage is spot on and loved how sweet Abigail helped Daddy with the sucker display!! Sweet Girl. 👏👏👏❤️😊

  • @ebutuoy6055
    @ebutuoy6055 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great job. The store looks good!

  • @jefletch2
    @jefletch2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    1889 vintage.. my dad's answer to musty basement..easy, make a "paint" out of white lime and water and paint the cement etc down basement... works beautifully. lots of ppl did this where ever needed

  • @karenroberton3290
    @karenroberton3290 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looking great. Love the reuse of the piano. I held my breath as Josh cut the key board. Your dau was so funny when you tried to crack another corny joke.

  • @anitak_ilovepink
    @anitak_ilovepink 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Super happy for you all. Watching every video you post, along with your family you have become to feel like family. I wish I could come in person to see your shop but living in Ohio and being retired it isn't possible. Keep making videos even after you open, please.

  • @alohamd165
    @alohamd165 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Everything looks wonderful, I wish I could go there. Good luck on your grand opening 🎉👍

    • @Brenda-qm4sy
      @Brenda-qm4sy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I WISHED I COULD TOO.

  • @cajsheen2594
    @cajsheen2594 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Lovely to see all your plans coming to fruition! Looks like the weight's keeping off, too! XXX

  • @MiddleEastMilli
    @MiddleEastMilli 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your new store is absolutely the most elegant store I have ever seen! You have a tremendous gift and you did it all without a plan-o-gram. LOL! Yea Alex! Blessings!

  • @Amydwight8957
    @Amydwight8957 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your children will remember all that you did you definitely have done a great job on that store. My dad own his own business as a engine repair shop and I remember how proud he was putting up a big sign by the road and ads on the radio. He worked hard putting up display shelves and I remember him sitting behind his cash register the first time. That is so inspiring as a kid to see Dad work so hard on a vision and make it a reality. Good job on that store.

  • @melissatamer9193
    @melissatamer9193 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Yay! Zoning Sign Comes Down! Looking forward to the Grand Opening.

  • @heatherferguson265
    @heatherferguson265 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So absolutely amazing! Beyond congrats! This is breath-taking!I love the red on the store name panel, it creatively solves the brown-blue colour problem and visually ties the sides and front together in a really pleasing manner. The piano bar is outstanding, you owe Josh.
    For the grand opening, I'll bet your new neighbours would appreciate a potluck party in the Western tradition with live music. Even if the potluck is just cookies and finger foods.

  • @Spaceseeker
    @Spaceseeker 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Candle wax on your drawers will help them move easier. Also dehumidifier in the basement should help, Love your videos. Piano bar looks great, store looks fantastic.

  • @donnaj69
    @donnaj69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Things are surely looking better Alex, and Abigail is the perfect person to work in the store with her Dad. So adorable 💖
    My opinion she is a lot like her Dad. Nothing better than that.
    I would buy something from her for sure.😁 can't wait till the Grand Opening !

  • @dickworrall123
    @dickworrall123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I was just waiting for the piano keys to play from high to low when Josh was cutting the keyboard.

    • @suzannejensen275
      @suzannejensen275 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL That would be so funny if Josh edits his volg with the playing of the keys.

    • @annettevillain4352
      @annettevillain4352 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That would have been much better!

  • @padali29
    @padali29 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love that piano bar! I think your sign came out beautiful! What an awesome store!

  • @yeppiam
    @yeppiam 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    goodness, I used 'wet and forget' and just bought a 'maxblaster' for my 'cottage on the creek'... last week was the first time the 'damprid' wasn't full of water...looks like it's finally dry, so I ran the 'maxblaster'. 'heroic measures' LOL warranted in your basement since whatever odors (and more) will be blowing through the whole place. If you get a 'maxblaster' don't run it when occupied, and air out the place for some time. I'd been borrowing a friends 'maxblaster' but have now bought my own... 'wet and forget' is amazing, big bang for the buck

  • @cajunlane3191
    @cajunlane3191 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So happy for you guys. Be sure and sleep all day just once since you have to wait for license. Check into a dehumidifier for basement. Also get mothballs in small containers or paper cups and put on ledges between rafters or wherever you can in basement. Will discourage SPIDERS!!!! since they hate them. Blessings on your family and your endeavors. Don't forget to give God the glory and thank Him for He has been with you all the way.

  • @HannahMattox
    @HannahMattox 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm sure it's already been said, but now that you've put in the work in the basement, see about getting a new furnace filter to help clear out the rest of the odors, and do it again in about a month. That may sound silly, but it'll help tremendously!

  • @viningscircle
    @viningscircle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Everything is coming together. Your grand opening will be awesome. 👍

  • @jesusbeloved3953
    @jesusbeloved3953 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Alex, I couldn’t be more happy and excited for you if you were my own brother!
    On big thing I’ve noticed; having the kind of business you have requires more way cool skills than I ever dreamed! Is there ANYTHING you can’t do?!?!

  • @hairgirlrita
    @hairgirlrita 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved watching your sweet daughter help you. Thanks so much for taking me in this journey with you. Looking forward to the next adventure. God Bless You and your family! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤