Birds in Spring -Postcard Friendship Friday #122

I've had a wonderful week, with one of my very best friends in the world coming to visit for a few days. Ah, everyone should have such a darling friend as she is--I'm blessed.  However, a few hours after she headed home, I realized I didn't feel so good.

I hope it is just something I ate.  As it was, I was so miserable last night, I slept in this morning and did not get PFF up until late.  I do apologize and want each of you to know how appreciative I am for your participation and lovely comments.  I look forward to hearing from  you every single week.

Have a lovely day, and Happy Postcard Friendship Friday!

Note:  Google seems to be having troubles the past few days.  I haven't been able to comment on your links.  So, I'm taking a moment here to thank everyone who participated in Postcard Friendship Friday this week!  As soon as Google gets the problem fixed, I'll be commenting on your blogs!  Have a lovely weekend.

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Potted Hearts -Guest Heart Thursday

I had a lovely time with my friend, who came to spend Wednesday night and Thursday with me.  What a wonderful time we had!  We walked, talked, laughed...ah, we had SO much fun.  She and I also worked in the garden for over two hours.  Wow!  It looks SO lovely.  

I thought this funny postcard, with cherubs and heart flowers was perfect for Guest Heart Thursday--especially after a lovely afternoon of gardening with my darling Friend.

For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday.

Decoration Day

Today is Decoration Day, otherwise known as Memorial Day--a time when we remember American soldiers who fought for our country, those who died in battle and those who have slipped away to heaven since. 

God bless America, may we always be grateful for our freedom and never forget that freedom was bought with a price.

All in a Tangle -Postcard Friendship Friday #121

I love bluebells--when I see them in my garden, I know Spring has arrived.  The two floating bluebells held by the fairy couple appear to have become tangled.  What a charming idea--bluebell balloons!

I am going to make this post short, as my husband is recovering from knee surgery and still requires a lot of care.  Have a lovely day, everyone, and Happy Postcard Friendship Friday!

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Girl in Rose -Guest Heart Thursday

With hearts to be found in face, lips, leaves and petals--this vintage postcard seemed perfect for today's Guest Heart Thursday.

For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday.

Happy Birthday, Mumsie!

I love these roses.  One can almost catch the scent of them in the air.  This artist has captured the beauty of roses--one of my favorite flowers.

Though this postcard wishes the receiver good luck, the truth is, I don't believe in luck--I believe in God.  He has seen me through good and bad times. 

He is the One who gave my Mother to me.  I didn't always appreciate her kindness and sweet loving heart.  I didn't understand the frustrations she had or the hard life she faced.  When I was a teenager, she knew me better than I knew myself.  But I didn't know that.

Now Mums is one of my very best friends.  I wish I could have known that a lot sooner!  Sunday is Mumsie's birthday.  She is beloved to my heart.  I am SO blessed to have this wonderful woman as my own dear Mom.

Happy Anniversary! -Postcard Friendship Friday #120

This wednesday my husband and I celebrated our 31st anniversary.  It seems just yesterday I looked into his eyes and knew I loved him.  Love changes over the years, but with a lot of work and cultivation it can remain strong and steadfast.  I am grateful for the adventure of our life together.

Have a beautiful week everyone, and happy Postcard Friendship Friday.

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Little Heart Holder -Guest Heart Thursday

I adore the added detail which must have been added by the photographer.  This little one does NOT look happy to be holding that heart, or having her picture taken.  I surmise she'd rather be outside playing!

Have a sweet day and Happy Postcard Friendship Friday!

For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday.

Beautiful Friendship

I love this photo from long ago.  These girls are from the Ukraine.  I love their brightly colored clothing.  They are like beautiful butterflies to me.  I notice the chestnut color of their long braided hair and the sweet look of their faces.  I wonder if they were sisters?  Or best friends?  I think about what their lives were like, and how different their lives must have been from mine.  They are so sweet.

If anyone out there knows who these dear girls are, and the significance of their beautiful outfits, I would love to hear from you.

Have a lovely day, everyone.

Mom's Big Moment!

This is an old ad for Gibson Mother's Day Cards from years ago.  I love it.  The artist caught something so sweet and precious in this drawing. 

Not to mention, I come from a family of Gibsons.  (grin)  The name Gibson is pretty special--whether on cards, guitars, artwork, or writing.   Happy Mother's Day, Mumsie, I love you!

So, to all the dear Moms out there, HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

Mother's Nosegay

I love this sweet little card.  A daughter dreams of the smile she'll see on her Mother's face when she gives her this beautiful bouquet.  When one is a child, the smile on Mom's face is one of the most wonderful things in the world.

Happy Mother's Day everyone!

Happy Birthday, Sissy! -Postcard Friendship Friday #119

I know this weekend is geared toward Mother's Day, but it is also my sister Clytie's birthday.  Because of that, today's postcard is a birthday greeting for my darling Sissy.

Sissy and I are only three and a half years apart.  We are best friends and I love her more than I can say.  She is not only my friend, but she's my prayer partner.  I count upon her wisdom in many things.  She inspires me, is a comfort to me and I adore her.  She is an amazingly gifted and talented woman.  I am so grateful to God for my sister. She is truly marvelous.

Please join me in wishing Clytie, Queen of Hearts, Happy Birthday today!!!  You can find her at Random Hearts.

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*  THEMES: You don't have to stick to the theme I choose each Friday. Just put up the pieces you love and tell us why you like them.

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A Gift of Love -Guest Heart Thursday

I love the roses and the immediate appeal to the eye is just wonderful.  However, I am mystified as to why this little cherub would be roasting two hearts over a fire in an anvil!  Perhaps the idea is to set two hearts on fire?  Maybe that circle upon which the hearts are hanging--is a wedding ring?!

Any ideas?  (grin)  Have a lovely day, and Happy Guest Heart Thursday!  

For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday.

May the Fourth Be With You!

I was one of the fortunate generation, who watched the movie Star Wars for the very first time.  Unacquainted with special effects seen for the first time in that film, I still remember the awe I felt, as we watched that first huge spaceship move cross the top of the movie screen.  We had never seen anything like it.  I was hooked.  In fact, my friends and I saw that first movie 26 times.

It is fun to note the saga continues from that first amazing film.  Star Wars has fans of every age.  I shall always be an admirer of Star Wars. I'll never forget the astonishment and awe I experienced the first time I saw the movie. 

Apparently today is when fans get together to celebrate the success of Star Wars.  When you look at the date, it seems obvious as to why.  (grin)

MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU!

Have a GREAT weekend!

Let's Dance the Maypole -Postcard Friendship Friday #118

 

In high school, one of the most important events, other than prom night, was May Day.  Various girls would do funny skits to gain votes to become May Day Queen.  It was great fun.  The May Day Court wore beautiful dresses with hoop skirts.  As I recall, they looked like beautiful flowers.  It was a very big deal. 

There was the Queen's Dance, where the Queen, her court and their escorts would dance the most lovely dance.  The choir would sing, the band would play, and then the Freshman girls would dance the May Pole.  I remember learning the steps of the dance with multi-colored ribbons, which eventually wove a beautiful pattern along the pole as we danced.  I still have the pretty little dress I wore.  It was the very first "store boughten" dress I ever owned. 

There are so many fun memories from my childhood about May Day.  I hope yours was as sweet as I remember.  Have a lovely weekend everyone, and Happy Postcard Friendship Friday!

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This Heart's For You! -Guest Heart Thursday

It looks like she is saying "this heart is for you."  I love these old photos.   I have seen this girl and another French girl, in many photos taken around this same timeline.  There's something so sweet about them--and I love the feel and style of the photography.

Happy Guest Heart Thursday!

For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday.