When I saw the theme for this week, I knew serendipity was at work. My mom sent me an envelope of journals and pictures that I discovered were the journals my dad kept while he was in the Navy. He wrote love poem after love poem to her. He also wrote about his days on board ship and how he longed to be home with her. His writing is so fine and light that I'm having a hard time reading it, but am managing. In the envelope was a small leather picture holder with their wedding photo (part of this piece), a head shot of my mom and a lock of her hair. The holder is in bad shape, too. I can only put the journals in an archival bag and hope that prevents further deterioration. So, when I found these pictures in the envelope, I decided to do a small piece to hang on the wall (going to use Red Lead's French Laundry hanger). I'd been working on it when the theme of water was announced last week at 3 Muses.
I scanned this photo of my dad and used watercolors to enhance it a bit, especially the water. Thanks for looking, I appreciate it!
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29 comments:
Oh Lynn, what a beautiful story. Your writing is wonderful. As for your picture, it is exquisite. Your Dad cuts a jaunty figure in his white cap and you have given him the most beautiful backdrop. This will be a great addition to your family album for future generations to see.
A lovely story and a very meaningful entry. How great to read the old letters and gain insight to your parents early years. Thanks for sharing this personal history and beautiful photo-art!
Hurrah for serendipity! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful story, and the photo of your Dad. How special that you have his love letters. You should make a transcript to keep with them, in case they fade more with age, so that those in years to come can enjoy them as well.
What a unique story that you share with us Lynn ! And what a treasure to cherish ! This piece is for me a realy WINNER !
(Yes i know it's a challenge BUT if it was a contest !!
I vote for you.
This is so special !!
Your dad sounds amazing. This only proves what I've told my students so many time,"REAL men write poetry!" I think your dad woudl be very proud of you.
How lucky of you to have such wonderful pieces of your parent's history. :) I love your artwork. It is beautiful!
What a lovely story & now a collage to treasure, Lynn, very special piece!
Wow, Lynn, what a treasure you have in that journal! You've made a great piece here.
Oh wow this is stunning.
Fantastic wter piece. Love them.
Very beautiful,Lynn!
I love hearing your stories as much as I enjoy your art!
Its gorgeous
nice to read your story... the piece is wonderful!!
So romantic and would a wonderful way to treasure memories. My sister transcribed my grandmother's diaries so we could all have a copy. It's a wonderful keepsake.
wonderful card!! love it!
Beautiful piece, Lynn. Thanks for sharing your story.
Oh Lynifyni what a wonderful story to accompany your lovely and emotive picture and how brilliant to have something you can hang on your wall too. This is nothing less than a pure delight.
Wonderful collage.
I love this post, and the art--wonderful!!
What a treasure! This is so lovely, thanks for the story, I hope you can decipher the poem. Cheers!
What a terrific piece of art full of wonderful memories. It is always so nice when memories like that are saved and passed along.
Stunning piece! Beautifully created.
A beautiful and personal piece. Well done!
Really beautiful!!
What a wonderful story, I love that kind of stuff as I am such a romantic softy..LOL I have so many pictures of these type from my family and you have inspired me to dig them out. I see great things happening. Thank you so much for sharing your talent :)
Priscilla
a love story , so glad it all survived , you made a real treasure with it all.
Hi Lynn, love your water challenge collage and such a nice story. This is my first time to play this challenge and the art work is awesome.
Debby
Great post, gorgeous piece!
Beautiful! Thank you for sharing your personal story!
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