“You don’t make a photograph just with a camera. You bring to the act of photography all the pictures you have seen, the books you have read, the music you have heard, the people you have loved.” ~ Ansel Adams
This photo was always a conversation starter for Mom and me. For years I had a hard time believing her when she said it was really yours truly. I thought the photo was a doll Mom had, or at the very least, I figured she and Dad smeared some of her ruby red blush on my cheeks to make me look like a life-sized puppet.
(ITALIAN LESSON: nice Photo = bella foto)
The scene: a winter day with me just chilling in my comfy red flannel Christmas PJs (with matching rosy cheeks) showing off one of my mother’s hats and trying on the black leather gloves Dad gave her for their first Christmas together. Two little gloves that hold a very special place in my heart and soul, gloves that are even older than I am, which lie tucked away safely in one of my dresser drawers.
I just love nostalgia and special family treasures like these gloves, old photographs and my beloved Easter Basket (one year younger than I am) which I covered in the post, Pretty Precious Things.
When I found this photo, it reminded me of another sweet memory — those things money just cannot buy.
So now it’s your turn! Tell me about any photos that share a warm spot in your ticker!
Grazie!
I would have to say the two pictures of my kids that I put in my Christmas post. It takes me right back to that time and place. I loved that house, it was a super fun time with the kids that year, and I loved my job. You’re right Lee…sometimes you would like to turn the clock back, but only if you could change any mistakes from that point forward.
Happy New Year!!! xoxo
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I love that quote from Ansel Adams. I’ve certainly considered that when writing, but not with photography. But, how very apt. I recently discovered a box of old photos from my and my sisters’ childhood that I’ve been poring over. I’m in love with them all. I posted a few on my blog in a couple of posts and will post others. I found you through Barbara… she has great taste!
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@ Barbara:
Wonderful — It makes me happy to bring you back in time for a few moments with those fun cherished memories!
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Awww — sweet thing to say
and thanks so much for stopping by @ Steph! xo
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Not one, but many photos of a time long past, when my parents were in their prime, and we kids were still enjoying the pleasures of our (relatively) carefree youth. It seems magical, looking back, and it’s those memories that make even the most mundane object or image from that time seem extra special.
@ Ange: A box-full of old photos and a good hot chocolate — good stuff for a cold winter afternoon indoors.
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I love that Ansel Adams quote.
The pic of you is just adorable, doll. And your blog background of vintage pics is also amazing. Every time I visit I discover a new one.
I treasure all my vintage photos. Throughout the year I switch them out, mix with some current ones, and display around the house. Makes me feel the family is still with us.
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@ Style Maniac: Life is so much about those simple treasures, isn’t it?
Thanks for the comment. I just LOVE the fact that you discover a new photos in my collage when you pop by — excellent!
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