Sunday, January 22, 2012

Far Above Rubies

 Please meet my Grandmother.   January 23 would have been here Birthday.  Needless to say, she left a lifetime impression on me, and has always been my greatest Inspiration. 
The best description of her can be made in
Proverbs 31:10  “….For her worth is far above rubies”
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In the picture below she was probably  about 5 years old.
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When I Married, she gave me a lovely, delicate handkerchief of linen and lace which was made in Germany.  She had a box of these that she saved to give her Granddaughters as their “Something Old”   to carry  when they married.  As a little girl,  she would indulge me when often I wanted to look at this box of handkerchiefs.
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Isn’t the lace beautiful.
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When she passed away,   I was given the Gold Wedding Band  that my Grandfather gave her when they Married. 
 It is inscribed with his initials:  EK.
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Because of her,  my goal is to be 
an ancient woman of wisdom.

Until next time, Honey


Linking to
A Stroll Thru Life
The Knick of Time
At the Picket Fence

55 comments:

  1. I find these stories so inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing. Cheers SpecialK XoXo

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  2. What a lovely looking Grandmother...she radiate's warmth and kindness..

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  3. What a sweet tribute to your grandmother. I love how you've displayed her picture along with her ring and the handkerchief she gave you.

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  4. Honey, what a beautiful post for a beautiful woman! You have such wonderful treasures and memories!

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  5. Love the post since I just did the same for my Grandmother on the 21st.
    We were very fortunate to have such wonderfuk women in our lives,

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  6. A warm and loving tribute, and a wonderful ambition for you.

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie’s Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  7. How lovely! I've also just edited a bunch of photos about my grandmother but have yet to post them. These women are so inspirational.. greater than any hero ever written about, if you ask me. andrea@townandprairie

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  8. Lovely post! A very sweet tribute to a woman who inspired you.

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  9. A very sweet tribute to your dear Grandmother! The handkerchief is gorgeous! The lace is so delicate!

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  10. Sounds like she is a great woman! And I cannot believe that handkerchief is old! It looks new! How do you preserve it like that!?

    xoxo
    Myric

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  11. Posts like this make me realize how many important items I have put away in a drawer. I need to take them out.

    ~Bliss~

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  12. What a sweet post Honey...pretty hanky and ring.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  13. What a nice and warm woman.

    Hugs
    Elna

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  14. What a sweet tribute to your Grandmother, love your photos.
    Hugs~~~ Daphne

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  15. What a beautiful tribute. I've no doubt you will attain your goal, as it would appear you had a lovely mentor! Thank you for sharing.

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  16. Grandmothers are very special ladies. What a wonderful tribute to yours. What beautiful treasures you have to remember her by.

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  17. What a fantastic tribute! Grandmothers are so special! Your treasures are beautiful!

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  18. I would love to be a ancient women of widsom too. Your grandmother is beautiful and you are already a women of wisdom!

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  19. Hi, Honey. This is a beautiful tribute to your grandmother. I'm so glad I didn't miss it...those of us who were blessed with a dear grandmother have so much to be thankful for. What a treasure to have her wedding band too! And the handkerchief is beautiful! Thank you for sharing her and your love for her with us. ~Zuni

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  20. great goals...following in her footsteps.

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  21. Beautiful post! Thanks for sharing,I feel the same will be said about you too someday joann

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  22. The ring and the handkerchief are lovely connections to your beloved grandmother - but your memories are the greatest treasures.

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  23. How truly lovely, in every way.

    What a sweet& wonderful post!

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  24. How blessed to have such beautiful heirlooms from your grandmother! And it sounds like the memories you have are just as precious!!

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  25. The wedding hankies mean your grandma thought about and took the time to do something special for a special day. I see she has passed that thoughtfulness along to you! Beautifully done! ~ Maureen

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  26. What beautiful memories you have of your Grandmother, Honey.

    How lovely that you were given her wedding ring - what a treasure.

    I love the photo of her at 5y - oh so sweet!

    hugs
    Shane

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  27. Thank you for sharing with us about your grandmother. Your tribute to her is wonderful. blessings ~ Tanna

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  28. I love my grandmother, and I think you have decided upon a very worthy goal for yourself!!! :D Nice features from last week's party, too! I hope you have a great week, Honey!

    xoxoxo,
    Ricki Jill

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  29. I love it. She looks so warm and caring. That is a wonderful legacy to have. Glad to see so many posts this month about things that matter more than decor. But I still love pretty things.

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  30. such beautiful lace! you were lucky to have her
    ~laura x

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  31. What a wonderful tribute to your grandmother! You are so blessed to have known her. The lace is gorgeous.
    ~cathy

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  32. I was especially touched by your post because today would be my Grandad's birthday and tomorrow would be my Granny's birthday. I always thought it was so special that they were born a day apart in the same year. I was so blessed to live a short distance from them from the time I was born and I have so many wonderful memories of both of them!! In 1932, Granny received a special birthday gift - her son, my Daddy! We are celebrating his 80th birthday tomorrow!!

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  33. What a charming and sweet post. Aspiring to the proverbs 31 woman is not a bad aspiration at all. Today is my late brother's and Joe's late mother's birthday as well.

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  34. To paraphrase a bit, "Her grandchildren will rise up and call her blessed!" What a lovely tribute to your lovely grandmother. It blessed me to read it!
    -Revi

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  35. Beautiful!!!
    I feel the same way about my amazing Grandmother.
    Thank you so much for stopping by and entering my giveaway. Your linky party was one of my firsts and I look forward to doing it again!!!
    Terri

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  36. Oh I so love this. I am so fond of family photos and I love the wonderful handkerchief that you have from her and what a lovely way to display both. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  37. What a sweet tradition she had, and those handkerchiefs are beautiful.

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  38. You have found such a lovely and special way to display your memories of your grandmother. Beautiful hankie and, displayed with her ring, makes it all the more special!
    (dropping by from Knick of Time Tuesday!)

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  39. Such a wonderful post...grandma's are SO special, I really miss mine! I also wanted to let you know that I'm hosting my first giveaway, I'd love you to stop by my blog & enter to win a free My Memories digital scrapbooking software!
    Sally
    loveofhomes.blogspot.com

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  40. What an amazing tribute Honey! Grandmothers are so special! I miss mine terribly! Your words are so sweet and that verse if perfect!
    Melody
    ChattyChics.com

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  41. What a heritage she has given you!
    Press on!
    Lezlee

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  42. What a beautiful lady and wonderful influence on your life. Thank you for sharing such a moving tribute.
    Candy

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  43. She was a beautiful lady and a pretty little girl. Your memories are very special.

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  44. WHAT A REALLY LOVELY POST AND TRIBUTE, IM YOUR NEWEST FOLLOWER AND AM SO HAPPY TO HAVE FOUND SUCH A LOVELY BLOG, LOOKING FOWARD TO READING :) JUSTINEX

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  45. What a lovely tribute. I too received my grandmother's wedding ring when she passed away. So special.

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  46. What a lovely photo of her when she was a little girl.

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  47. Love the Valentine wreath. Thanks so much for hosting!

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  48. What a wonderful story. It is so awesome that you have a picture of her when she was only a little one too!
    I love the idea of the hanky box for something old. What a sweet thing.

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  49. This is a very lovely tribute to your Grandmother. The photo of her at five years old is so pretty, and the handkerchief is gorgeous! Thanks for sharing!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  50. Hello again! I neglected to comment on your beautiful bed! Sunny

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  51. Hi Honey! What a sweet tribute to your grandmother! What a sweet tradition she started and your hankie is just beautiful! What a treasure to have the wedding room too!
    I'm sure you miss her a lot.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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