Pink Saturday - my new gloves

I haven't participated in Pink Saturday for awhile - things have been quite hectic.

One of the things we've had going on, is truly amazing. Last Labor Day, we came

home from the lake - as usual. My DH arrived home before I did, and I was surprised to see he was talking on the phone. Let me tell you - he RARELY talks on the phone, but he was truly engrossed in this conversation. Giving details about our life - how many kids, grandchildren, etc., etc. I was puzzled, but went about unpacking from the 3 day weekend.

When he got off the phone, he came into the house and was very quiet. He came to me and in a very quiet voice said, "That was one of the guys I was in Vietnam with. He tracked me down."

I have to tell you I was shocked. It had been 40 years since these boys had served together, and never had we heard a word from anyone. My husband is not good with names, and the few times we talked about it, he couldn't remember enough about anyone to do any looking. And frankly, he wasn't that anxious to do so. But, thanks to William DeMusey, that is all changed now. The men in the 3/17th Air Calvery, 1969-1970, no longer have to wonder. They have been able to contact all but one of the men - (no one can remember his first name - he was Sargent *). They lost 3 in the 13 months they served, and 7 have passed since then. I can't explain the roller coaster of emotions that we've experienced since then. But, 2 weeks ago, we met with 2 of the men. Spent 4 days with one of them, then joined with another for 2 more days. Listening to these guys talk about their experience, was an eye opener for me. I think the thing that got me more than anything was - they were only 17 and 18 years old, mere children. The responsibility these boys were given is astounding, embarassing, horrifying. Yes, when I was that age, I thought I was grown up - mature - even got married at 17. But, to think the our Grandson is only 2 years away from that, freaks me out. I am so humbled at their sacrifice.

We had a wonderful time, and can't wait to meet up with even more of the men, on down the road.

I was in tears when I saw what the monument said, as we walked up. This could not have been more perfect for these men. How proud us 3 wives are of them.
After spending some time together we found out that we all shared an

interest - in antiques! So, off we went to find the nearest

antique store. And look what I found!

I spotted them across the less than crowded room.
They called to me quietly at first, but the cry quickly grew.

I'm looking for a sundress to go with my new pink gloves, I'm going to wear a hat and the gloves - to church!
I have them lying on a table, along with my gloves I wore to my Sr. prom. They have the perfect pearly button decorations on the wrist.

Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a comment. I'm joining Beverly for this wonderful day dedicated to all of us Pink Lovers!

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Pink Saturday with my Doll

This little pink dress was mine when I was little. I remember so well when my Mom was making it. I was excited because it was going to have this beautiful collar on it. I would sit

beside the sewing machine on the floor and hold the collar in my lap while Mom sewed.

I don't remember being poor. I remember having anything I wanted, I guess I just didn't want much. Most of my pretty dresses (including this one) were made from dresses that Mom got from other people. She would tear them up and use the fabric for us girls. We had beautiful clothes. And I remember thinking how awesome it was that my dress was made out of a PROM dress! This fabric is very satiny.

This sweet little belt that ties in the back. And it made me feel pretty to wear it.

When I got this doll, her hair was a mess! It was straight and icky looking. One night I put her head over the sink and washed it, just like it was a real person. Then, I sat on the couch, with her standing between my legs and one by one I roller her hair in perm rods. They were the only thing I had that was little enough to go in the hair. I trimmed the ends first, so the hair was all one length. Then, I left it - for WEEKS. I'm tickled that it still looks so good after all these years, cause it was a LOT of work - and I really wouldn't want to have to do it very often!

This doll belonged to my Grandma Alley. She is a walking doll. I never had a doll like this, and when she gave her to me, I wondered what in the world I would do with her. Now we know, huh?

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Pink Saturday Candle

I have this candle in my hallway, it doesn't get used much, because I don't want to use it all up!

I love the detail in the outside, and it glows - PINK!

Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment on my Pink Candle! Loved having you drop by and hope that you have a wonderful weekend! How could it not be? You're starting out with PINK!!!

I'm at the below link, checking out the other PINKs!

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Tabletop Tuesday with birds and Maude

This is my "valentine", "Winter", whatever, buffet in our eat-in kitchen area. I love to

add holiday decor in this area, and of course "Maude" is always dressed in her best apron to match.

I'm loving the vintage tablecloth, and how it has red and pink roses, as well as the grey, same as Maudes apron.

The runner is red and green plaid, which are more Christmas, but the sparklish birds, and

tree branch seem kinda winterish to me. I had to have the gold glittered tree limb when I saw it, it was $12.00.

I found the birds on Christmas Closeout, for $1.00 each.

Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a comment! Please join me as I use this post for Tabletop Tuesday and Pink Saturday this week. I'm getting lazy! The links are below:

http://astrollthrulife.blogspot.com/ - for Tabletop Tuesday

http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/ - for Pink Saturday

Tablescape Thursday and Pink Saturday

In November, my DGD#2 is going to come and spend 5 days with us, so I

had a practice tea party. I wanted to make sure the little cakes tasted

as well as looked good, and I wanted to make sure everything fit

on the little table.

Do these plates just scream TEA PARTY!!! or What!?

Even the silverware has roses.

You think she'll approve? (ME TOO!)

I'm double posting this, because of all the pink I used in the tablescape. Hope you enjoyed the photos! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment, then hurry to see the pinks and tables! Sandi

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Pink Saturday is at: http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/