Friday, January 30, 2009

I can't leave her out

I pointed out that I had some favorites in my last post, and the NWP (Next Way Paver) pointed out that she wasn't on the list. I don't want to be responsible for another potential topic she brings up with her therapist, assuming she has one, so, I will simply post one of the most gorgeous pictures you will ever see.

This is a picture of Carolyn and Mom in 1958 when Carolyn was just a few months old, most likely at Christmas. She has THE best hair ever. Seriously, what baby has hair like that? In fact, Dad likes to tell the story of when Carolyn was born and he was at the nursery looking at her through the window. Standing next to him were these two older ladies and one says to the other, "Oh, look at that darling little Indian baby with all that hair!" Dad corrects them that she was HIS baby. We're not sure where she gets the hair.

Gosh, I just love this picture of my mom. She reminds me of Grace Kelly in this picture. She was just always so polished and put together. The ultimate of matchy-matchy. And guess what? I have those earrings and bracelet of hers. In fact, I wore them to church two weeks ago. When I miss my mom, I wear her awesome vintage jewelry that is so trendy now, and which she probably got at Woolworth's for a few dollars. To me, it's priceless.

Miss you Mom. And NWP, you're one of my favs, too. ;)

7 comments:

Laura said...

Both your Mother and your sister are gorgeous. These kinds of photos are the best. Thanks for sharing.

Meredith said...

Mom definitely has a therapist! At least, she should!! :)

Carolyn said...

A whole post for me!!???!!
And no...there is no therapist...unless you count you and Cathy. Also...I want some of that cool jewelry!
That photo is so much cuter than anything of late...thanks for sharing the best! I LOVE YOU!

Carolyn said...

OMIGOSH!!! I just realized that the dress I am wearing in that photo
is the dress that my friends put in the shadow box they made for me when Mom died..(Pat, Leah, and LeeAnn). I knew there was a photo somewhere. Pat included a small photo frame in the box along with the dress. I have the shoes that I was wearing and just couldn't find the PHOTO!!! I'm so glad you have it....please send it to me!

Calene said...

Hey, babe, guess what? I got the picture off of the CD that you and Dad did when he was down there. Look on yours!

critts said...

Wow I love that picture of grandma. She is gorgeous, isn't she? That must be where I get my good looks from. ;-)

sue chappell said...

Calene - I found your blog! I can't believe that picture of your Dad and Scott! Plus your beautiful MOM - no wonder you girls are so beautiful! We need to catch up. I need Caroly's email and blog too. I don't have a blog.
Please email me sue.chappell@gmail.com Don't you LOVE having a missionary - I will stop by one of these days or call! Tell you sweet family hi. JIll keeps me up to date on the Crittendon's! Love ya! Sue