Day 263-267: Memories of Childhood
As I went through my Mom’s things this summer I ran across a box of my school papers and artwork from elementary school. I really think she kept every little thing I drew. Obviously I couldn’t keep...
View ArticleDay 270-273: Treasures in the Attic
Don’t know whether you would call these treasures, antiques, vintage collectibles, junk, or memorabilia, or keepsakes. Here is another look into the closets, cubby holes and attic of my Mother’s house...
View ArticleDay 274: Angel Unaware, Down’s Syndrome in the 1950′s
Thank goodness times have changed for children with Down’s Syndrome. In the 1950′s Dale and Roy Rogers helped change the perception and acceptance of children with special needs with the book Angel...
View ArticleDay 281-284: Life in the Lab, Hamilton Color
Sso many interesting projects come through the door at Hamilton Color Lab I keep my Olympus camera on the counter at work. (Sometimes it’s the only place I get my photo of the day) I work the front...
View ArticleModel A Ford, It’s For Sale
1931 Model A Ford Deluxe Coupe One of my favorite customers at work drives a 1931 Model A Ford Coupe and every time I get a little thrill when he pulls it up to the front door. Bill just turned 90...
View ArticlePhoto Restoration: 1960′s Era
Photo Restoration 1960s I’ve finally removed hundreds of old photos from nearly a dozen “magnetic” glue photo albums. Not quite acid free. My Mother thought she was doing a good thing in the 1980′s by...
View Article8th Day of Christmas
Santa had his busy night on December 25th, but it doesn’t mean he goes away for another year. In many homes he lives in the hearts and minds of those that keep the spirit of giving in their hearts. I...
View ArticleGames on the 9th Day of Christmas
Talk about getting excited? While having our second Christmas at my in-laws I spotted a favorite childhood game in the cabinet. Mattels “Tip It!“! Matell Tip It, Vintage Game with circus man Oh, how I...
View ArticleSilent Sunday #27: Cream Soda
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View ArticleOriginal Elf on A Shelf Before It Was Popular
The Elf on A Shelf craze seems to be everywhere, but Santa’s little helper isn’t new. My grandmother gave me a small knee hugger elf to hang on the tree in the 1960’s, it is one of the few things I...
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