Thursday, September 17, 2009


Celebrating Heirlooms & Giveaway



An heirloom Party.
What a great idea.

Be sure to go visit Marie
and all the other participants at Emma Calls Me Mama

Here are some family photos:

A picture of my great grandparents

My Mom

and me
No, I'm not an heirloom,
but wasn't i cute?

My Moms Shirley Temple syrup pitcher


Jiggs and Maggie
and a story.
They were part of my Mom's salt and pepper shaker
collection from when she was a little girl.
this particular set was from her pen pal overseas.

I have to tell you, a few years ago when she gave this to me,
it meant absolutely nothing to me.
I just thought how clueless she was as to what i liked and didn't like.
I guess you know, I have grown to value these as special treasures now.
My folks are still with us,
but it is one of he few things i have from when she was little,
or from any of my family really.
I get a bit green with envy at others
who have so many of their family treasures.

I have learned to really appreciate these small tokens of love from the past.

And this is my Bible that my Mom and Dad gave me when I was 11.
And Scott's book of Daily readings from his godparents in 1957..
And let's not forget his little baby shoes,
with locks from his first hair cut inside.
( we just got these upon his Mom's passing last December.)


I know some of these may not fall into the Heirloom category,
but they are special treasures to us.

thanks for letting me share.
blessings
barbara jean

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26 comments:

  1. On The Wings Of LoveSeptember 17, 2009 at 10:36 PM

    Love all your heirloom pictures....I have a special place in my heart for pictures like that. Both my husband and I love them ...although the last one that my hubby brought back from his childhood home in Quebec kind of scares me ...if feels like his great grandfather is staring at us and eating dinner with us.

    Your post below made me dizzy with all that you got accomplished ...was that all in one day ? Amazing !

    Hugs,
    Bre

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  2. LisaSeptember 18, 2009 at 4:16 AM

    Barb,
    I love seeing family heirlooms of all kinds. My parents recently passed away and I cherish all of the photos, baby shoes, jewelery & bibles. Having our history in front of us is warming to me. Lisa

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  3. My Little Raggedy BlessingsSeptember 18, 2009 at 5:00 AM

    Hi Barb,
    What wonderful heirlooms ,love the pictures you look so cute , such preciuos keepsakes :)
    Have a wonderful week-end !!!!!

    Hugs
    Renae

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  4. alanna roseSeptember 18, 2009 at 5:10 AM

    Jiggs and Maggie are so wonderful!
    You have lovely heirlooms :)

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  5. blushing roseSeptember 18, 2009 at 6:46 AM

    Heirlooms are also memories to be made, sweetie. Your pictures & treasures are wonderful. TTFN ~Marydon

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  6. Anna Whiston-DonaldsonSeptember 18, 2009 at 7:05 AM

    These are very special! I enjoyed reading about them.

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  7. SherrieSeptember 18, 2009 at 7:14 AM

    Hi Barb!

    I "tagged" you at my blog. Please stop by.

    A party? How exciting!

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  8. Chrissy...The Apothecary ShopSeptember 18, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    Hi!!! Love the last photo...like it was taken 100 years ago.Great post,talk soon,Chrissy

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  9. TaraSeptember 18, 2009 at 8:49 AM

    I think they all fit the heirloom category perfectly! The little baby shoes with the lock of hair are very special, you can't replace that. Family pictures are my favorite thing too. It's so fun/strange to look at the past generations and imagine that you actually came from their lineage, especially the ones you never met!

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  10. Debra@CommonGroundSeptember 18, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    Isn't it funny what we thought was "corney" at a younger age, has become dear and sentimental as we get older and appreciate the thought that went into the item and gift. Hope my girls appreciate all the "stuff" I've given to them with great love.
    Debra

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  11. AlyssaSeptember 18, 2009 at 9:18 AM

    Those are wonderful heirlooms...thanks for sharing them with us!

    Alyssa
    lifeoflyssie.com

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  12. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageSeptember 18, 2009 at 10:14 AM

    Hi Barb,
    Love all your treasures! Your pictures are wonderful. Thanks for sharing and please stop by and see mine too. Have a lovely day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  13. Cami @ Creating MyselfSeptember 18, 2009 at 10:30 AM

    Wonderful heirlooms...especially the Bibles & the shoes.

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  14. Ashley @ AshleysBusySeptember 18, 2009 at 10:31 AM

    All the photos are too sweet. That Shirley Temple syrup pitcher is so funny. Never seen anything like it. But I do love me a Shirley Temple, yummy. :)

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  15. AnonymousSeptember 18, 2009 at 10:47 AM

    love all the b & w pics!!!

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  16. seanymphSeptember 18, 2009 at 11:08 AM

    I spotted that Shirley Temple pitcher and smiled. My mom had the mug growing up and when I visited gramma , I drank from it too. I told my mom one day I wanted that. Now mom has it. And I found the matching pitcher and bowl for it and bought them as gifts for her. One day the whole set will be mine. I loved seeing this once again.

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  17. The Old ParsonageSeptember 18, 2009 at 12:13 PM

    I think they are all heirloom quality. I love the baby shoes!!

    You asked about my style - anything vintage, romantic, very similar tastes to you I believe.

    Have a great weekend!
    Leann

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  18. The Old ParsonageSeptember 18, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    Forgot to tell you
    Happy Birthday to you
    Happy Birthday to you
    Happy Birthday to you

    Happy Birthday Dear Barb

    Happy Birthday to you!

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  19. Kim @ Starshine ChicSeptember 18, 2009 at 12:26 PM

    Loved the story of Jiggs & Maddie. And I'm happy that you now appreciate them. I could kick myself now at some of the stuff I didn't ask my Grandma for before she sold it. When I was in my 20's I could care less about family things. Now I treasure everything. Maybe too much so.

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  20. PegSeptember 18, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    I love Jiggs and Maggie. They are so cute and make me smile at their expressions. Find a cute shelf for your kitchen and let them watch over your every move. I can imagine them talking like the Thanksgiving salt and pepper on the Publix commercial last fall... very cute!

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  21. UnknownSeptember 18, 2009 at 2:48 PM

    Very wonderful treasures! I really like the Shirley Temple pitcher and treasure my old pictures.

    Blessings!
    Gail

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  22. MarySeptember 18, 2009 at 4:12 PM

    What wonderful heirlooms...I love the Bibles and family pictures. Just learned of this party, so hope to join in next time. We just inherited a box of old pictures that I'm so happy to have, and would love to share them with others that appreciate things from the past.

    Blessings,
    Mary

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  23. MarieSeptember 18, 2009 at 9:41 PM

    Hello sweet Barbara Jean - I love all of your beautiful treasures! My fave are the salt & pepper shakers. Oh my, how adorable. I'm so glad you have those photos!

    Thank you for joining me for the party!

    Blessings,
    Marie
    http://emmacallsmemama.com

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  24. Moore MinutesSeptember 19, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    What treasures you have!! I love the photographs.

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  25. ❀~Myrna~❀September 20, 2009 at 5:49 AM

    You have some wonderful Heirlooms. I love the family photos and the shirley temple pitcher.;-)
    ~Myrna

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  26. LisaSeptember 20, 2009 at 8:23 AM

    Oh I just love your sweet offering! These are just treasures!
    Hugs, Lisa

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Barbara Jean