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Tag Archives: jewelry
War Stories: Worthless
In response to The Daily Prompt: What’s the oldest thing you own? (Toys, clothing, twinkies, Grecian urns: anything’s fair game.) Recount its history — from the object’s point of view. Worthless. That’s what they called me when I first arrived to the house … Continue reading
Posted in Challenges
Tagged antiques, daily prompt, Germany, heirloom, jewelry, pearls, postaday, vintage
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The Thing About Betsy
Friend Silver We all need that thing, don’t we? That thing that takes us away from the humdrum or even difficult routines of life and reinvigorates us to keep on keeping on. For some of us, it might be hitting the gym or … Continue reading
Posted in Random Ruminations
Tagged antiques malls, auctions, crafting, creative process, friendship, jewelry, jewelry-making, Richmond, the thing, vintage
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