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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