Bubbling Over with Happiness

Today my precious eldest daughter was born.  She is all grown up now--and I am incredibly proud of her.  Happy Birthday Honey!

Baby and the Bath -Postcard Friendship Friday #421

I have always loved pictures of babies with their animal buddies.  This one was SO cute!  Here the person giving this baby a bath, is using a flower watering pot!  Back in the day this was drawn, most people didn't have a shower, so this would have been a real treat.

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A Mother's Joy -Postcard Friendship Friday #404

My children are continually a joy to me.  They are grown--and I am incredibly proud of them.  I am SO grateful for the memories I have of our kids when they were little.  Though I remember some of those days were difficult, I miss the time when they were small.

There is nothing to compare with a Mother's love for her children.  I remember what my own sweet Mumsie told me long ago.  She said when she first looked into my face, there was a love born in her heart which was greater and more different than any she'd ever experienced before...and that love was for me.

She had six of us, yet each of us knew we were first in her heart.  There were never any favorites.  She loved us dearly and differently.  Each of us experienced our Mother's love in a way which was all encompassing and all our own.  How blessed I am to have such a wonderful Mom.

I have many friends who do not have that kind of love from their Mothers and others who's Moms are in heaven...Mumsie has taken each of these dear ones to her heart.  They have become my dear sisters...what a blessing!

May God cover your heart with warmth and sunshine, dear Friends.  Happy Postcard Friendship Friday!

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Little Fireman -Postcard Friendship Friday #355

This is a postcard I put up a little over eight years ago.  I'm so busy I hadn't had the time to acquire a postcard for this week, so I'm re-posting it!

I admired the artist who drew this amazing little boy so much, my darling Sissy gave me the original boxed set from her extensive collection of cards. I felt so honored--They are just wonderful.  This postcard is three times as big as a normal one!

 
A warm and friendly "Hi" from me -- Thinkin' and wonderin' how you be!  Happy Postcard Friendship Friday!

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Bath Time Baby

When we were kids, Mom would make all of us take a bath every Saturday evening.  We never wanted to take that bath--especially in summertime.  We'd been playing in the creek, splashing in Grandma's pool, running through the sprinkler and soaking each other with the hose--wasn't that good enough?  That weekly bath would cleanse us from the week's wear and tear--readying us for church the following day.

When I was very small, Mom would sing, "Fuzzy Wuzzy was a bear, Fuzzy Wuzzy had no hair, Fuzzy Wuzzy wasn't fuzzy was he?"  Singing that song was the only way she could get me to cooperate when she shampooed my hair. 

This picture reminds me of all the babies I've ever known.  I'm sure all babies have bathed in a sink, or a pan of water at one time or another--What splashings, what gigglings, what fun!

Sometimes I miss those days--but not always.

Our Fathers - Postcard Friendship Friday #68

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There were six of us in all--I'm sure there were moments when Daddy wondered about having so many! This postcard brought to mind all the hours Dad must have held crying babies over the years.  I still love being a part of a big family.  

When I think of Dad, my heart is happy.  What a dear Father he is--He is my hero.  

I remember his strong arms--As a little girl, I always felt so safe with my Daddy.  Now he is old.  His strength is fading.  Those dear eyes don't see as well.  How precious he is to me.  His unconditional love, kindness, fairness and strength have colored my life with beauty.  As an adult, looking around our world, I have realized how blessed my siblings and I are, to have this strong, gentle man as our Father. 

Now in his twilight years, I find myself treasuring every moment I spend with Dad.  Dear beloved Daddy.  Happy Father's Day!

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Happy Family - Happy Pink Saturday

This card was in my darling little Grammie's collection.  She kept every baby card she received--including my brothers, sisters and cousins (1st, 2nd and 3rd cousins).  I believe this one was for one of our cousins. 

Happy Pink Saturday! 

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Pretty Baby

This lovely illustration is from my "cyber" collection. I love these baby pictures--they are so beautiful. This little one especially, with that mischievous twinkle, makes me smile.

Violets and Babes

This beautiful card was given to me by my sweet Sister Clytie, who knows my weakness for all things whimsical, imaginative and faery.

I adore the tiny babes as they pull the ribbon tight to create a fragrant violet bouquet. Their little faces, fat feet and chubby fingers are so delightful. I feel inspired. Oh, to be able to draw like this wonderful artist!!! Thank you, Sissy! I LOVE this card--I will treasure it always.