Saturday Treasures and My Dad

 

Here are my treasures from Saturday shopping at the Flea Market, garage sales and an Estate Sale.

 

Found this wooden eagle, this one vintage wooden box, a pretty creamer and a larger gravy boat.  I love this old blue plate even if it had a couple of chips in in.  Then, a stack of crocheted potholders and an old muffin tin to put votives in.

 

 

This larger creamer has a crack down the side of it, but I loved the brilliant colors and design.  A petite lonely cup, a bag of old sewing aids, a couple of embroidery hoops and an 18" ruler rounded out my purchase.

 

 

Last, but definitely not least, I want to honor my precious Dad on this Father's Day.  I never called my Dad Father - it was always Dad or Daddy.  Isn't he handsome?  This picture was drawn by a sidewalk vendor when he was overseas in WWII.

It's always been one of my favorite pictures of him.

 

You have to really admire a Dad who had four girls, a wife and a mother-in-law all living together in a small home.  Especially one with only one bathroom.  LOL

 

My Dad was one of the sweetest, kindest men I  have ever known.  You know they say you look for a mate who reminds you of your Dad.  I did and I found him.  My John is sweet and one of the most faithful Christian men I've ever known.

 

They were and are the greatest of Dads.

 

Did I ever tell you that my Dad was John, my husband is John, my son Is John, a nephew is John and a BIL is John.  You'd think it was confusing but it really wasn't. 

 

My Dad passed away in 2001 and rarely a day goes by that I don't remember how great it was growing up with a Dad like him.  He gave me my love for antiques and especially vintage dishes.  He and Mom were quite the collectors!

 

And, by the way, did I ever tell you my Dad's name was

John Smith?

 

Enjoy!

 

Till next time, Judy

 

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