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Lost diamond engagement ring in grass, Eustis Florida, Found!

  • from Sanford (Florida, United States)
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Contact me for all your metal detecting and recovery needs! My name is Mike McInroe…Central Florida Ring Finder at 321-363-6029. On land, in the water, the grass, sand, in cars, in homes…rings, keys, chains, phones, property markers, etc.

I received a frantic call from a young lady who works as a wedding organizer and as she was pulling up to the wedding venue she stopped her vehicle to get out and forgot that she had previously removed her diamond engagement ring and set it on her lap. It was a few minutes later that it dawned on her and she immediately went back to where she parked and began desperately looking for her ring. She looked inside her car and under the seat and then started searching the grass and gravel drive way. Having only been engaged for just 2 months…she could not believe that she had lost her precious ring already and could not imagine what her fiance would say! She spent the next 2 hours on her hands and knees running her fingers through the grass and over turning the rough gravel. Then the idea of a metal detector came to her. Looking online for a « Metal Detecting Service » she came across theringfinders.com and gave me a call. I assured her that I was available and could meet her within the hour and as I pulled into the wedding venue I could see this beautiful young lady with red knees and hands and a very worried look on her face. She explained what all happened and as we walked over to where she had parked and gotten out of her car…she was gesturing and pointing to where she had searched and how difficult it was, crawling around on the gravel and then her eye caught a slight glimmer of something silvery looking and she bent down and picked up her own lost diamond engagement ring! She was stunned and we both just looked at each other and smiled. What a relief and a joy it is to be available to help someone find what they thought was lost forever and to see the happiness and peace it brings them when they get their lost item back again. I thank God for giving me another opportunity to be a blessing to someone in need!

How can I help you? Call or text me and let’s talk.
Mike McInroe…always available to help you in your time of need!

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Google Pixel 3 Recovered from Whitewater Lake, WI

  • from Lake Geneva (Wisconsin, United States)
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August 24, 2025

Watch Recovered from Whitewater Lake, WI

When Mitch texted me on a Saturday with the hopes of recovering his Google Pixel 3 from the muddy depths of Whitewater Lake, I was leaving to dive Geneva Lake to help find a lost ring (see Bigfoot Beach Rescue).  Getting to Whitewater, WI before nightfall was not going to happen.  

How about Sunday?  He was leaving the cabin on Whitewater Lake for the Chicago area Sunday afternoon ahead of the workweek.  Would there be a time on Sunday morning then?  My standing Sunday morning commitments precluded me from a morning search.  That left a small window early Sunday afternoon.  Not ideal, but worth a try.       

I arrived a little after 1:00 pm, donned my wetsuit and diving equipment, and talked with Mitch about how he lost it.  

The day before, he was cooling off about 10-15 feet from the shoreline when his watch slipped off.  He attempted to retrieve it himself, but like many of the dam-created lakes in Wisconsin, the water is murky and the bottom soft and muddy.  These types of lakes make recovering lost items especially difficult due to low visibility and the tendency for items to submerge into the mud.

My experience diving this kind of lake was confirmed.  Zero visibility, soft, deep mud underfoot.  I swam out to the approximate area and turned to look at Mitch on the dock.  He gave me a thumbs up confirming the starting point was a good one.

I attempted to follow a grid search pattern, but found it very difficult to do with no visibility.  After I searched what I thought was a straight line, I surfaced to check my position only to find I was off.  As a backpacker, I’ve heard of the “circling effect” of hikers attempting to navigate without a compass.  “Without a compass, a lost person tends to walk in circles due to a lack of external reference points and the accumulation of small, random errors in the brain’s navigation system. This behavior has been scientifically verified through experiments where people in dense forests and deserts were tracked via GPS.” says Google’s Gemini AI, citing www.sciencedaily.com.  

 

 Apparently the same can happen with divers in low visibility water.  For over an hour, I swam a line, surfaced, reoriented, dove, swam a line, and repeated this over and over with no success.  I was wearing myself out and losing hope along the way.

I returned to shore to rest, catch my breath, and ask a few more questions.  I showed Mitch the few trash items I did recover.  Thankfully, Mitch offered to get in the lake with me, and swim to the location where he best remembered losing the watch.  Taking a metal leaf rake with him, he swam out and jammed the rake deep into the mud so he would have something to stabilize his position.  

In the end, this was the best idea of the day.  Once he was positioned, I swam out to him and began to search.  Sweeping with my metal detector, it seemed only moments later that I heard the sound I was looking for.  It wasn’t long before my hand grasped what I knew was his watch.  I surfaced, holding the watch up, and grunted out something through my regulator to get his attention.  When I was close to him, I saw his hands underwater and placed the watch into his, and then let go.  We both swam to shore.

Needless to say, we were both relieved and glad to be out of the water.  And yes, the watch still worked.  If it wasn’t for Mitch being willing to get back in the lake (and it was a bit chilly) and orienting himself by memory, I don’t think we would have had success.

Returning lost items to people never gets old.  It’s great to have a hobby that brings joy to myself and others.

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Lost Golden Grill recovered at Emma Wood State Beach in Ventura by Dave The RingFinder

  • from Santa Barbara (California, United States)
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Lost Golden Grill Found at Emma Wood State Beach in Ventura: Expert Metal Detecting Recovery by Dave The RingFinder
Ventura, CA – Have you lost a wedding ring in Ventura, a bracelet in Santa Barbara, a golden grill on the beach, or a necklace in the shallow water? Don’t waste precious time or money buying or renting a metal detector. Instead, trust Dave The RingFinder, the premier metal detecting expert in Ventura County and Santa Barbara County. As your local « metal detective, » Dave MacDonald stacks the odds in your favor to recover your valuable jewelry fast. With over $500,000 in lost heirlooms recovered, Dave works to find what you have lost.  Call or text Dave at 805-290-5009 today for a customized plan to get your treasure back!
A Frantic Search Turns to Triumph: Recovering a Golden Grill Lost in the Ocean Waves.
Yesterday, Dave received a desperate call from Griffin, a content creator filming a high-energy video at Emma Wood State Beach in Ventura. In a bold action shot, Griffin sprinted into the Ventura ocean waves, diving headfirst over a crashing breaker. The footage was epic – but the impact popped open his mouth, sending his prized top golden grill flying into waist-deep water. Priceless and personal, the golden grill vanished amid the relentless surf. Griffin and his videography crew battled the Ventura beach waves for hours, scouring the shifting sands in vain. As hope faded, one team member turned to a quick online search for « metal detector expert Ventura. » That’s when they discovered Dave The RingFinder, the go-to specialist for lost jewelry recovery in Ventura and lost items Santa Barbara. A swift call connected them, and with tides checked, the mission was on: a challenging water recovery at Emma Wood Beach Ventura.Dave was upfront – the combination of elapsed time, aggressive tides, and rough conditions made this a tough lost golden grill recovery. But undeterred, they scheduled a rendezvous at Emma Wood State Beach for 6:30 PM, timing it with the lowest tide possible for optimal metal detecting in Ventura shallow water.
Conquering the Waves: How Dave’s Expertise Led to a Miraculous Beach Recovery
The biggest foe? Towering Ventura ocean waves pounding the search zone in the surf wash, just offshore. Armed with state-of-the-art waterproof equipment, Dave methodically gridded the area, navigating the water metal detecting challenges unique to Ventura beaches. After about 30 intense minutes, a promising signal cut through the noise – a solid hit amid the saltwater interference. Five scoops later, Dave peered into his sifter and grinned: a gleaming mouthful of golden teeth sparkled at the bottom. The lost golden grill was recovered in waist-deep water, roughly 20 yards from shore. What seemed impossible was now in hand – a true « God did it » moment in Ventura lost jewelry recovery! Griffin was overjoyed, and to God be the glory for guiding the hunt. This golden grill found Ventura story is a testament to why acting fast matters in metal detecting services Santa Barbara and beyond. Dave’s proven track record in beach metal detecting Ventura and yard searches Santa Barbara ensures no lost gem stays buried long.
Act Now: Time is Ticking on Your Lost Jewelry Recovery
Remember, in Ventura lost ring or Santa Barbara lost jewelry scenarios, delay is the enemy. Shifting sands at Ventura beaches, incoming tides along Santa Barbara coast, and eager hobbyists can claim your item forever. Skip the hassle of renting detectors – hire the pro who knows how to find lost rings in Ventura and recovers them daily.Call or text Dave The RingFinder at 805-290-5009 right away! As the leading metal detecting specialist Ventura County and lost items expert Santa Barbara, Dave’s ready to turn your loss into a found story. Whether it’s a wedding band in the waves or a golden grill in the grass, get your jewelry back today. Serving all of Ventura and Santa Barbara areas – beaches, parks, yards, fields, and more. Your treasure awaits! Dave The RingFinder: Where Lost Jewelry Finds Its Way Home in Ventura and Santa Barbara.

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How to find a lost ring in the grass, Orlando Florida, recovered by Mike McInroe, Florida Ring Finder

  • from Sanford (Florida, United States)
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Contact me for all your metal detecting and recovery needs. Mike McInroe…Central Florida Ring Finder at 321-363-6029! On land, in the water, the grass, sand, in cars, in homes…rings, keys, chains, phones, property markers, etc.

Kala called me to see if I could help her find her husbands lost wedding ring in their back yard. I always ask the usual questions like, « When did this happen? and « How did it end up in the yard and what actions were involved?, etc. She said her husband had tried to throw one half of a small spoiled watermelon from their back porch and into the small lake behind their apartment for the turtles to eat…but as he threw the melon he felt his wedding ring go flying out into the darkness as well. He immediately got his flashlight and started searching through the grass, but after 3 hours he gave up and went to his computer to order a metal detector. The next day he got his metal detector and tried searching the yard but being unfamiliar with how to properly operate the machine he ended up getting more frustrated. He then entered « Metal Detecting Service Orlando » on his phone and up popped one of my recent recoveries on theringfinders.com website. I arrived early the next day and Gabriel showed me exactly what happened. So I began my grid search down at the edge of the lake and within minutes I got the perfect signal. Gabriel was over whelmed and explained just how sentimental his wedding ring is to him and how thankful he was to have it back on his finger. How I thank God for allowing me to be a blessing to Gabriel and his dear wife. So…how can I help you? Call or text me at 321-363-6029 and let’s talk.

Mike McInroe…proud member of theringfinders.com

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18k Yellow Gold Ring Lost In The Back Yard, Westbrook Estates Edmonton Alberta

  • from Edmonton (Alberta, Canada)
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Received a call from Kevin requesting my service to locate his 18k yellow gold wedding ring which he lost a couple of days prior while doing fall gardening with his wife in the backyard,

Kevin was working at the bottom of his yard when he found out his ring was not on his finger he search the area with his wife with no luck at all and thats when he needed some professional help to find his ring he Google searched and found The Ringfinders web site and called me,

Kevin explained to me he exchange gloves with his wife and that’s possible when his ring fell off his finger, also he mentioned that he had the lawn cut the next day and was concerned that his ring may have been picked up by the mower? I assured Kevin that it was highly unlikely the mower would pick it up,

Also Kevin had 8 bags of grass clippings and twigs and possible the ring could be in one of the bags, I agreed to meet up with Kevin on Wednesday evening.

I met up with Kevin at his home and he showed me where he was cutting and cleaning up his yard. His backyard had very steep slope to a ravine also the grass was already yellow which made the ring blend in with the terrain which it made impossible to find with a naked eye.

I search all the bags a couple of times to make sure the ring was not in them no ring was found then I proceeded to search at the bottom of the garden I was getting positive ringtones but it was not the tone I was listening for, then I heard a faint tone and Iron tone which made me stop and investigate this strange sound and yes there was Kevin’s ring being masked by an Iron object and covered with dead grass if I had not been thorough in my search that ring could have being missed forever,

Thank you Kevin for entrusting me to find your wedding ring

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Diamond Ring Recovered in Lake Geneva

  • from Lake Geneva (Wisconsin, United States)
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August 23, 2025  

 Bigfoot Beach Rescue

It was a typical Saturday on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin.  The temps were perfect for all sorts of fun on the water, including some treasure hunting with my seven-year-old son.  The plan was to drive out to Big Foot Beach State Park, and do some snorkeling and treasure hunting with my metal detector.  Using an underwater breathing device called a Nemo by Blu3, the diver is fed fresh air and can stay underwater (up to 10 feet deep) for quite a long time.  My son loves exploring the shallow depths, looking at fish, and searching for lost items.  

            No sooner had we loaded the car, a text came in asking for help with a lost ring.  A photo attachment showed some unknown shoreline.  I looked up from my phone, told my son, and watched disappointment begin to creep into his expression.  

“Don’t worry, buddy, we’re still going treasure hunting.  The ring search can wait.”

Before pulling out of the driveway, I sent a quick text back asking where the ring was lost.  We soon arrived at Bigfoot Beach State Park and began to get out our gear when my watch alerted me of a text reply.  

It simply said, “Big Foot Beach”

I stood in the open lot and dialed the number.  When Kegan answered I explained that I was in the Big Foot Beach State Park parking lot.  His reply, “I think I’m looking at you.”

Looking up from my phone, I saw a young man and woman walking towards me.

The timing of everything was uncanny!

Before long the search was on.  Kegan’s initial text reminded me that I once searched for a ring for him at Williams Bay beach on Geneva Lake (to no success) and that this one had more diamonds.  Okay, let’s get this diamond ring back, I thought.  Kegan and Christina explained that while returning from paddle boarding the ring fell off of Christina’s finger less than 15 feet from shore.

Although the water was rather clear, the area was very trashy.  I grid-searched the area for at least an hour, digging up lots of pull tabs, pier bolts, a ring with a prominent capital letter M as the design, a handful of pennies, and nails.  Frustrated, I decided to expand my search area a bit, just in case. Nothing.

Needing a break, I came back to the shore to also check on my son.  Kegan was kind enough to keep an eye on him, and I could see they had built a small pond on the shoreline and had also found some trash treasures of their own.  

Christina looked rather deflated, and I told her the area was very trashy, so there were lots of signals to dig.  My netted bag was quite heavy with junk, so I proceeded to unload it in order to return for more searching.  As an aside, I commented to Kegan and Christina that I did actually find a ring, not Christina’s, and thought my son would like to see it.  

I continued to throw down soda cans, rotting pieces of sheet metal, and long pier bolts until I could find the ring in my bag.  

I heard the gasp before I saw her face.  Christina shouts, “That’s my ring!”  

I’m not sure who was more surprised, myself or Christina.  The ring is a flat, capital letter M made up of small diamonds.  How I missed learning this detail was clearly my own fault.  In my mind’s eye I was looking for a diamond engagement ring, perhaps with a few extra diamonds on the side.  The capital letter M ring was clearly off my radar.

Needless to say, Christina and Kegan were relieved and grateful to have the ring returned.   It felt great to return yet another precious item, and I’m thankful for the humbling lesson of knowing clearly what to be looking for ahead of time. 

Once Kegan and Christina departed, my son got to spend an hour or so diving for treasures himself.  He found a pair of sunglasses hiding in the seaweed, some sea glass, interesting shells, and his first silver earring.  

The sun was setting when we crept out of the water, and although we shivered walking back to the car, it was a great day of treasure hunting.

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Lost Wedding ring in Ventura CA found by Dave The RingFinder

  • from Santa Barbara (California, United States)
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A Recent Success Story: Michael’s Lost Wedding Ring in Ventura, CA.
Recently, Dave received a call from Michael, who lost his wedding ring just two weeks after his wedding while exercising at a Ventura park. Michael had placed his ring in his shorts pocket for safekeeping while using the pull-up bars and doing sit-ups on the grass. After going inverted on the bars, he returned home to discover his ring was gone. Dave rushed to the park and began his search near the pull-up bars, suspecting the ring might have fallen into the wood chips. Using his Minelab Manticore, he detected a strong double-tap signal. After carefully scraping away the wood chips, Dave uncovered the shiny edge of Michael’s wedding ring—recovered in record time! Another happy client in Ventura, CA, reunited with their cherished jewelry.
Why Time Is Critical for Lost Jewelry in Ventura

When you lose a ring, necklace, or bracelet, time is your enemy. Tides, shifting sands, and other detectorists in Ventura can make recovery harder the longer you wait. Don’t risk losing your jewelry forever by renting a metal detector and searching without expertise. Trust Dave The RingFinder, Ventura’s premier metal detecting specialist, to act fast and find your lost items. Serving Ventura and Santa Barbara CountiesDave The RingFinder offers expert metal detecting services across Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, including:

  • Ventura Beaches: Surfers Point, Ventura Pier, and more
  • Parks: Camino Real Park, Arroyo Verde Park
  • Yards and Fields: Private properties and public spaces
  • Shallow Water: Coastal areas and lakes

No matter where you’ve lost your jewelry, Dave’s skills and equipment ensure the best chance of recovery.Contact Dave The RingFinder Today!Don’t waste time with metal detector rentals in Ventura, CA. Call or text Dave The RingFinder at 805-290-5009 for fast, professional metal detecting services. Whether it’s a wedding ring, engagement ring, bracelet, or necklace, Dave will work tirelessly to reunite you with your cherished items. Serving Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo, and surrounding areas, Dave is your local expert for lost jewelry recovery.

Hire Dave The RingFinder for Metal Detector Services in Ventura, CA – Recover Your Lost Jewelry Fast!Lost your wedding ring, bracelet, or necklace in Ventura, CA? Don’t waste time or money renting a metal detector or trying to search on your own. Hire Dave The RingFinder, Ventura’s top metal detecting expert, to recover your precious jewelry quickly and efficiently! Known as the “Metal Detective,” Dave uses advanced equipment and years of experience to maximize your chances of getting your valuables back. Call or text Dave now at 805-290-5009 for professional metal detecting services in Ventura, CA, and let him create a plan to retrieve your lost items!
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Lost Gold Nugget Ring at Nimitz Beach Kalaeloa…FOUND!!!

  • from O‘ahu (Hawaii, United States)
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This ring find began when I got a text from Leila asking,  » I was wondering if you could help me out.  I lost my ring at the beach today and need a metal detector to find it.  I’m pretty sure the one we bought was cheaply made and need someone with experience too.  The ring was passed down to me and I feel devastated that it’s lost.  I’m located in the Kapolei area and lost it in the sand last night. »  I called Leila and I told her I would have to see what traffic was like and I would try to grab my gear and head out during lunch.  Thankfully,  traffic was a breeze and I got to Nimitz Beach in record time.  Leila & her sister Jade were two minutes behind me.  When we got to the search area Jade drew a box in the sand where they thought the ring may have fallen out of a beach bag Leila’s boyfriend Jah was attending to.  It only took 5 minutes but no ring.  Only a few lead weights and two quarters.  I asked Leila and Jade where else did Jah go so we can trace his path.  It was down the beach in both directions.  I hunted the westerly direction first as it was the shortest distance.  No ring!  I then went in the easterly direction.  Thankfully not much trash.  Suddenly about 20 yards from the original search area I got a booming tone on the Manticore.  In one scoop a chunky Gold Nugget ring appeared.  Jade wasn’t sure about the ring so we called Leila who had taken her baby back to the car.  Jade sent her a pic and she confirmed it was the Gold Nugget ring she lost.  We met halfway,  near a picnic area for the return.  Leila was obviously relieved and Jah was out of the dog house!  Aloha to Leila, Jade & Jah!

 

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Search at Burn Site in Altadena Rings and Pendant Found and Returned

  • from Redondo Beach (California, United States)
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Steve’s Emergency Metal Detecting Service if you lost a ring or something precious to you. Please don’t wait until tomorrow, time will work against you, PLEASE CALL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!  310-953-5268

Robin called asking for help in searching a family property after the Altadena fire.

When I arrived she took me to the area she believed some missing jewelry should’ve fallen. The problem was that there was an old 400-500 pound cast iron bathtub sitting on the spot. There was a pipe in the backyard that I was able to anchor a come-along to, and then stretch a strap over to the tub. At that point, moving the tub out of the way became an easy assignment. After moving the tub, I was able to find 3 rings (one broken), and 1 pendant.

Robin felt satisfied that the area was searched well.

 

Don’t let the County beach cleaning machines take your lost valuable, call as soon as possible! I will work hard, using the most up to date metal detectors, to help you find what you thought might never be found again. I search, Beverly Hills, Hermosa Beach, Huntington Beach, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Malibu, Manhattan Beach, Newport Beach, Northridge, Pasadena, Redondo Beach, Santa Monica, Seal Beach, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Torrance, Venice Beach, Zuma Beach, and all parks, yards, gardens, and ponds (to 5 foot depths) in all of Orange County, all of Los Angeles County, Southern California, and Ventura County.

AGAIN PLEASE CALL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! 310-953-5268

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Men’s Wedding Band Lost Wringing a Rag in Crane Hill, Alabama… FOUND!

  • from Huntsville (Alabama, United States)
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I received a text message on Sunday afternoon (August 31st, 2025) from Roger stating he had lost his gold and titanium wedding band a few weeks ago while wringing out a rag at his vacation home in Crane Hill, Alabama.  Both Roger and his wife, Dawn had their wedding bands custom made about 6-7 years ago while on a trip to Switzerland.  I told Roger that I’d be more than happy to help.  I was having family over for dinner, but told him I could come out the next morning on Labor Day.  Finding lost items is definitely not work to me (lol) and was the perfect way to celebrate the holiday!

I met Roger and his family around 9 am the next morning.  He showed me where he was standing and where he saw his ring drop.  He said it looked like it landed in the small patch of grass on top of the large rocks.  Roger was standing on the second story balcony and it was a long drop to the bottom.  The house was on a decent incline (picture below), so the ring could have easily rolled down the hill, which lead to their boat dock at Smith Lake.  I grabbed my Minelab Equinox 900 with the 15-inch coil and started my search.

I searched for over an hour, covering every spot by the drop zone and down the hill.  Roger’s daughter suggested that I expand my search further to the left side, because it had rained a lot over the last few weeks and she thought it may have washed down between two trees.  I covered that area all the way to the steps leading to the dock, but still no ring.  I went to the bottom of the hill by the woods and dock to make a final pass since I had searched just about everywhere possible.  As I was walking through, I suddenly eyeballed Roger’s ring sitting against the small wooden rail right before the drop off to the dock and lake!  Wow, what a miracle!!  It had rolled all the way down the hill and stopped just before the dock (picture below).  If the ring continued to roll, it may have went over the dock and into the lake!  You just never know how far rings will travel.  It was also one of the heaviest rings I have found, which could’ve caused the long roll plus the long drop from the second story balcony.  I immediately thanked God for the last-minute save!

I took some pictures and headed up the stairs to knock on the door.  Dawn and her daughter greeted me.  Dawn asked if I was going to call it.  With a disappointed face I said, “yes, going to call it and head home.”  Then I gave a big smile and said, “because Roger’s ring has been found!!”  They both said, “are you kidding!?”  I said, “not kidding, we got it!”  Then I showed them a picture.  They were so happy and said I had to say the same thing to Roger, lol, who was outside in the front.  I could tell that Roger was slightly disappointed when I said I was going to head home.  But then I smiled and told him the good news!  Smiles all around 😊 Roger gave me a couple of big hugs and thanked me profusely.

I had left Roger’s ring right where I had found it to show them where it ended up.  Roger, Dawn, and I went down to retrieve it.  Everyone was so happy and couldn’t believe it had rolled that far.  This was definitely the perfect way to spend Labor Day!

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