Be Still, Sad Heart -Postcard Friendship Friday #286

It is Halloween tomorrow, but that holiday pales in comparison to today's anniversary--one year ago today, my Beloved flew away to heaven.  Life has changed forever. 

Be still, sad heart, and cease repining

Behind the clouds, the sun is shining.

Thy fate is the common fate of all.

Into each life some rain must fall;

Some days must be dark and dreary.

But I must add here--that without both the sun and the rain--there are no rainbows and there is no hope.  I am so grateful to know I will see my darling again someday. In the meantime, the Shepherd of my heart walks with me, He weeps with me and He loves me.

Happy Postcard Friendship Friday, dear  Friends.

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All Good luck This Hallowe'en -Postcard Friendship Friday #285

This wonderful old postcard comes from Pearl, who's wonderful collection of cards boggles the mind!

This black cat seems a bit different than most pictured around Halloween. Her long wavy hair and mischievous look, in my opinion, make her exceptional. She reminds me of the cat who companied with me when I was a girl.  Her name was Snow.  She was all black with the exception of a tiny bit of white on her chest.  I still miss that kitty.

Have a lovely week, dear Friends.  Enjoy the sunshine when it comes, the ice when it freezes, the rain when it falls, the wind when it blows and the snow when it drifts...winter is on the way!  Happy Postcard Friendship Friday! 

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A Thrilling Halloween -Postcard Friendship Friday #284

This is from my cyber collection from long ago.  I love this postcard.  It has movable parts!

Boo!  This postcard makes me smile and ponder simpler days gone by.  Have a lovely weekend.

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Best Wishes Under Lamp Light

I love this card.  It came from my sweet Grammie.  It reminds me of her--delicate, sweet and a light in my life.  I am not sure where or when this card was printed, but it's elegant length, beautifully crafted flowers and detailed lamp are pure beauty to the eye.

Have a lovely day and treasure those people in life who inspire you to become a better person.

Fairies Dancing -Postcard Friendship Friday #283

I've always loved this postcard, so I'm re-posting it!  I have been incredibly busy this week--In fact, I've been gone for most of it.  This summer I've been away more than I've been home. I'm so grateful for my trustworthy house sitters!  So much to do and so little time.

I bought this postcard when I was a teenager.  I found it in the attic where I'd kept it safe in a keepsake box.  The delicate colors and whimsical nature of this drawing have always delighted my heart.

As Fall commences, I find myself yearning for Spring and Summer.  There is a long and dark winter ahead without my Beloved.

Years ago, Alan and I went for a walk through a forested park in the center of town.  Behind a big fir tree he "found" a basket.  He gave it to me and said we were going to look for treasure.  (grin)  What I didn't know, until years later, was that my sister and Alan's roommate had placed it there and were hiding behind a tree!

We found all sorts of treasures, even a real lightning bug--the first and only one I've ever seen in the Pacific Northwest.  It was getting dark beneath the trees, when he stopped to kiss me.

Then he broke a long cylinder, which glowed green.  "Close your eyes," he said with a grin.  I did...when I opened them, a castle glowed out of the dark, complete with windows and parapets. 

A closer look at the castle revealed a small golden box with my name on the lid.  Inside I found an opal necklace.  It was a beautiful, sweet moment I will never forget.  

Such a thoughtful, loving man. The castle was in reality a craggy old stump--but in my heart and memory it was a faery castle, brought to life by a man who clearly loved me.  I still have that little golden box with my name engraved on the top. 

Have a great weekend, dear Friends.  May God bless you with wonderful moments with the ones you love.  Happy Postcard Friendship Friday!

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Long and Happy Days be Thine -Postcard Friendship Friday #282

This wonderful postcard is from my cyber collection.  This lovely fairy obviously loves carnations, as do I.  she is so beautifully whimsical.  I adore fairytales and faeries.  Someday I shall write my very own fairytale.

  

Never be thy shadow less,

Never fail thy cheerfulness;

And, whatever lot be mine.

Long and happy days be thine.

Have a great weekend, dear Friends.  May God bless you with joy and laughter...strength, too.  Happy Postcard Friendship Friday!

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