These old rusty sticks once had a unique use

While gardening, this woman happened upon some rusted metal things.

She wasn’t sure what they could have been used for at first, but everything made sense when she realized what they were!

Find out more about these enigmatic objects by reading on!

“I was planting when I discovered a number of these, but I had no idea what they were. I’ve removed all of the metal that I

Many online users responded to the woman’s social media post with a photograph of the odd objects, offering their opinions in the comments area.

It turns out that they look like old-fashioned window weights!

For those who are unaware, vintage window weights are those bulky metal objects that are sometimes concealed behind the frames of windows from earlier eras. They made those windows open and close smoothly, which is why they were so important back then.

However, how do they function? You enquire. The weights are suspended inside pockets or channels that are present in the window frame. Usually constructed of cast iron, they were fastened to cords or ropes that, via pulleys, connect to the window sashes. These weights descended as the window was opened, distributing the sashes’ weight and facilitating up-and-down movement.

Antique window weights were very popular in homes constructed before the advent of sophisticated modern window technology; older homes from the 1800s and early 1900s were most likely equipped with these bad boys.

However, when window technology advanced over time, these antiquated weights became unfashionable. Contemporary windows incorporate advanced materials for security and insulation, as well as counterbalance springs. They’re also much simpler to maintain!

Vintage window weights still have a wonderful retro vibe, even though they’re not as fashionable as they once were. Some people who enjoy renovating historic homes want to keep them standing in order to preserve their classic charm.

To put it briefly, old-fashioned windows needed vintage window weights in order to function properly. Even if they’re less prevalent now, they’re still a great way to remember the quality of craftsmanship in the past.

Thus, if you are ever in an ancient house with old-fashioned windows, stop and admire the silent operation of those handy window weights!

My husband chose his mistress over me and our kids, so I taught him a lesson

Exposing your personal life on the social media for the sake of sharing a life lesson might be a difficult decision to make, but TikTok user @tattylomas did exactly that and spoke of how she handled her husband’s infidelity and how she reacted witnessing him ruining their marriage and their family and later regretting it.

She started her story explaining that she and her now ex-husband were high-school sweethearts. She knew he was the one the moment she laid eyes on him years ago. The two proceeded to marry and welcome three children together. But one day out of the blue he told her that there was someone else in his life and that he wanted a divorce.

The TikToker felt like her entire world collapsed. She couldn’t understand how he could wrack their family for a woman he only knew for three months. But he was determined to start his life over claiming he was in love with her and deserved to be happy.

She did all in her power to prevent him from leaving her and the children, but to no avail.

It was then that she decided to put her brave face on and be strong for her kids.

They proceeded with the divorce and she got to keep the house which meant the world to her because they bought it from her grandmother, but ended paying him a hefty payout.

Once everything was over, the TikToker could finally get over her heartbreak. But then, she got a text from her ex telling her he was sorry and he wanted to get back to her. For this woman, that wasn’t an option. After everything he did, she couldn’t possibly take him back, not ever.

In fact, she learned that the woman her husband left her for was a horrible person who crashed his car while driving drunk.

Some time later, the TikToker met someone knew through her sister who was also divorced. She and this new man didn’t plan on getting married, but they got involved in a meaningful relationship.

The woman continued to express how delighted she was to watch her ex-husband suffer the consequences of his actions. “Call me evil or whatever, but he brought all of this on himself,” she added.

At the end of the video, she addressed her husband directly, saying, “So if you are watching this, enjoy your shabby one-bedroom apartment and her broken-down car. Oh, and my new partner and I will think of you on our vacation in Hawaii. I know Hawaii was the place you always wanted to go. Maybe I will send you a postcard.”