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By Jessica

Oh, you came.

I’m so glad. Wasn’t sure if anyone would actually show up.

Sure, I’ll help you load them up in a sec. I’m just getting our new “area” situated out here.

What’s that?

Oh, no, we’re not moving, I’ve just had enough. These matters will now be handled outside.

Yeah, I guess it is a little drastic but it is necessary.

No, really, I appreciate your advice but I have had enough. They are resilient and never make it in time anyway. I’ll be the one who hates the trek outside but we’ll make poo, I mean, do.

Well let’s get these things loaded up.

I know, can you believe it? They are in perfect condition, just like I said in the ad, you would never imagine the magic I have performed to keep a lid on things.

Okay then, you are all set.  Oh yes, I’m sure your son will ONLY use them as intended.

Mmmhmm, of course.

Yes, you must just be raising him impeccably.

Bye then.

Should I say… enjoy?

I watched her drive away, our new adventure in semi-outdoor living about to begin.  Unfolding the crinkled paper in my hand, I shook my head as I read my hastily placed ad one more time.

I still can’t believe I had a taker.

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What is it they say… one mom’s toilet it another mom’s treasure?

Or actually, I think it’s, just wait until he is a toddler you delusional woman, you.

This post was written in response to the Red Dress Club prompt:

We want you to imagine you’ve just had a fight with a friend, a co-worker, husband, significant other, child – you get the picture. You’re mad. It’s time for revenge.
What would you sell?
Write a humorous listing for eBay or Craig’s List. Talk about the history of the items, why they must go.

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  1. QueenMahin says

    March 28, 2011 at 3:29 pm

    Since I just discovered you a few weeks ago (lucky, lucky me!) , I’m catching up on old posts. This one gave me a laugh!

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  2. Melissa says

    March 1, 2011 at 12:40 pm

    Ha! So funny! So far the only thing my lovelies like to put in the toilet is their feet! I can't get my 3-almost 4 year old to pay attention long enough to aim a steady stream into it! I've been thinking about just setting a bucket on each side of the darn thing to catch the rogue spray. So gross! I hate toilets!

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  3. Brandon says

    February 27, 2011 at 12:41 am

    This is a first! I don't think I have ever seen someone sell a toilet! Interesting take! The spice thing kinda got me. I hope that wasn't found by 'surprise!'

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  4. Liz says

    February 26, 2011 at 10:16 am

    Yuck! Toothbrushed in the toilet!

    We haven't had any toilet mishaps yet. But I remember my brother dropping his beloved cat in the toilet several times when we were little.

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  5. Ilana @ Mommy Shorts says

    February 26, 2011 at 1:57 am

    The container of seasoning was the kicker. Nothing more off-putting than garlic infused toilet water!

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  6. Nancy C says

    February 25, 2011 at 9:12 pm

    Oh, funny lady. I just love your writing. Sorry I've been a stranger.

    I can relate. When we had our septic cleaned out, we found, amongst other things, three cars, two socks, and a rattle.

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  7. Karen Peterson says

    February 25, 2011 at 7:16 pm

    Wow. That is one shiny toilet!

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  8. Natalie@mommyofamons says

    February 25, 2011 at 6:59 pm

    I don't know why they love the toilet so much, but they all do!

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  9. Amy says

    February 25, 2011 at 6:49 pm

    OMG – are those toothbrushes in there?!!?? What is the fascination with the toilet? We had to replace one because Zachary flushed the entire roll of toilet paper AND a hot wheel – we couldn't fish it out for anything. Excellent job with the prompt, I had to close the laptop before Z got any ideas with the toothbrushes…

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  10. Nichole says

    February 25, 2011 at 6:48 pm

    So funny, Jessica!
    That number is perfect.
    I am, however, more than a little grossed out by the "effervescent marinade." Ewww….

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  11. Sarah Halstead says

    February 25, 2011 at 6:20 pm

    ha ha! too funny!!

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  12. Thoughts from Her says

    February 25, 2011 at 5:44 pm

    So creative! Loved this post.

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  13. Cheryl says

    February 25, 2011 at 5:19 pm

    I love this take on the prompt!

    X has recently figured out how to flush the toilet.

    It's a ticking time bomb.

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  14. Rita @YippyMomma says

    February 25, 2011 at 5:10 pm

    laughing and can't stop. omg. glad I'm making my way down the TRDC list. Happy Friday!

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  15. Stacey says

    February 25, 2011 at 4:04 pm

    I am actually laughing so hard I have tears in my eyes. The part that really got me was the container filled with toilet water!!! This was seriously my favorite so far. Maybe you just have to experience it first hand to truly understand! And the first part where you are actually giving it to a lady with a son…brilliant!

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  16. Renee says

    February 25, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    This is great! I think I remember a tweet about those stickers. Teehee!

    I was so lucky. As a working single mom, my mom did the potty training.
    Now the daughter's boy on the other hand. Is fascinated with the toilet. And not for it's intended use.

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  17. CDG says

    February 25, 2011 at 3:52 pm

    OH no!

    heehee…

    thank goodness my son took the "No No Yes Yes" page about the toilet seriously. I hate to sell my Kohlers!

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  18. Ksluiter says

    February 25, 2011 at 3:35 pm

    That is one powerful john if it can handle all of that!

    This was HILARIOUS! Good gracious, Jessica! I love your writing style!

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  19. Yuliya says

    February 25, 2011 at 3:13 pm

    Fantastic! Mine (for the first time today) unrolled the entire toilet paper roll…I have many fun times ahead I can just tell…

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  20. The JackB says

    February 25, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    Any commode that can handle a PB&J sandwich is worth serious consideration.

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    • jessica says

      February 25, 2011 at 2:47 pm

      It's yours!

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  21. Elena @NaynaDub says

    February 25, 2011 at 2:19 pm

    You definitely brought the funny! Great job! 😉

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  22. Mad Woman behind the says

    February 25, 2011 at 1:42 pm

    I refuse to gloat about missing this stage completely b/c there is still a chance that I'll be fishing valuables and unflushables w/ this next child.
    Very cute.

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  23. By Word of Mouth Mus says

    February 25, 2011 at 1:01 pm

    Oh Jessica, you made me laugh with this …. no wonder there are days that you want to hide in your car 🙂

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  24. Jennie B says

    February 25, 2011 at 11:50 am

    I just came out of the bathroom to find the remote control in the sink, water running. We had to put locks on the lids of our toilets.

    Love that picture – those two little pairs of feet off to the side!

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  25. Anonymous says

    February 25, 2011 at 10:24 am

    On the day of my sister's wedding I successfully rescued the phone from going in the toilet several times. Just in time. I kind of hate the toilet now.

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  26. Alexandra says

    February 25, 2011 at 9:03 am

    Fun to do /write something different, isn't it?

    Nice job…

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  27. Frelle says

    February 25, 2011 at 8:53 am

    true. and cute, too 🙂 Great post!

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  28. Amy Grew says

    February 25, 2011 at 8:35 am

    So you can't get those things to work correctly either. I thought I was doing something wrong. Out door living is sounding pretty good right now!

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  29. Leighann says

    February 25, 2011 at 7:57 am

    LOL I want to speak to whoever buys a toilet from craigslist. Ew

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  30. Varunner7 says

    February 25, 2011 at 7:41 am

    Ha! Great ad! I'm so scared of when my twins figure out how to open our bathroom door…

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  31. C.Mom says

    February 25, 2011 at 7:10 am

    LOL! Love it— I thought maybe you were selling children at first! Way to be engaging all the way to the very last period.

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  32. Kibble n' Dribb says

    February 25, 2011 at 6:52 am

    LOVe it. I like how I had no idea what you were refering to until the end!

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  33. Anonymous says

    February 24, 2011 at 11:39 pm

    That's hilarious! LOVE it.

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  34. Denelle @CaitsConcep says

    February 24, 2011 at 11:35 pm

    LOL! Ok, did you MAKE them stand with feet perfectly planted on either side of the "evidence" for this photo? If not, then I am in awe.. my children are never in the perfect place at the perfect time for incriminating evidence! This was great! Though I don't want to to think about the hassle of the kids using the great outdoors as their bathroom.. my 6 year old would panic at the mere prospect. 😉

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  35. jillsmo says

    February 24, 2011 at 11:33 pm

    I'm going to call that number, just to see what happens

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