FOUND by J. in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

So, there is, in fact a story attached to this and it involves you!
I had never heard of FOUND before, but I’ve always liked to collect other people’s old stuff. So, when I was browsing through the used bookstore and found the attached card, I held onto it (even though I didn’t want to purchase the book it had been in). As I continued my browsing, I came across a very interesting looking book. It was large, brightly colored and appeared to be covered in notes. I wasn’t sure what it was about, but I figured I’d find out later, it was too fascinating to pass up (I’m a compulsive book buyer and can’t walk buy a unique looking book. Even if I have no idea what it’s about). I slipped the card into it and continued my shopping.
I purchased my stack of books and took them home to discover what wonders they held. You can imagine my delight when realizing that I had unwittingly stumbled upon a book dedicated to a weird little quirk I thought I alone had. So, that is how I found FOUND and this card came to me on the same day.

Thank you so much for making me feel less creepy and also giving me my fix of FOUND!

FOUND by Chuck Hammer in a Jack Daniel’s whiskey lamp

A friend gave me this lamp in 2002. I knew there was a note in there, but didn’t take it apart until just recently, and just so happened that this is what it was.

FOUND by Rachel in Texas

Communication from silent patron.

FOUND by Ryan Pierce in La Grande, Oregon

Found this little gem on the sidewalk near the middle school. It has been handy for decoding the true intentions of the people I meet.

FOUND by Amanda in Australia

I rented a backpack in Australia and found one of these notes inside. Then, I found another note to and from the same two people (Alyssa and Jenna) at a hostel nearby where I rented the backpack. Small world!

FOUND by DJ in Crown Memorial Beach, Alameda, California

I found this buried under some sand at the beach. I was really looking for a lens that fell out of my glasses, but instead found this enigmatic note. I’m sure what’s meant by “the computer said you would be born…” but it’s a really moving letter. I wonder if it was lost or if it was left in the sand on purpose.

FOUND by Joe. S. in Iowa City, Iowa

Found while walking to the Iowa-Michigan football game in November 2011. Provided a moment of inspiration.

FOUND by Jess in Durango, Colorado

I was walking home this morning and I found this picture on the curbside a few days before Halloween. It is only about 2 x 3.5 inches. I think it was a sticker photo that got left out in the rain. I imagine that it must have slipped out of someone’s pocket when they were bringing in the groceries. I love how the layers of film are pealing away. The picture is great too.

FOUND by Justin Goh in Chicago, Illinois

Found in the middle of what I thought was an empty notebook I bought at a thrift store.

FOUND by Kelly in an abandoned recipe box