China Cabinet

When my aunt passed away one of the treasures I received from her home was her corner curio cabinet. I had a perfect corner spot for it and was eager to bring it home.

That pretty little cabinet sat there for about a year and a half before I decided what I wanted to put in it. I just couldn't decide what look I was going for until I saw a picture of Becky Novacek's pretty cabinet filled with her grandmother's china.

When I saw that china peeking out her cabinet it inspired me to pull out my great grandmother's simple and pretty little china set and fill the cabinet with some of those pieces. The only other addition to the china set that I added were two large white platters I have from Crate and Barrel.

Crate and Barrel platter and china place setting

Delicate little pink flowers around the rim of the plates

I was really pleased with the final look and so glad that I displayed these old china pieces, as well as, filled the cabinet with love.

Girls Who Love Dolls

As I go through the many photos from my aunt's home, I am warmed by the images that show our family similarities. Like the one of my mom and aunt playing with their dolls. And then one of me as a little girl with my doll. And, finally I find pictures of my own girls with their dolls. The circle is complete. We are a family of doll lovers!

Pretty Lady

Just wanted to share some really pretty photos of my aunt. My sister and I were fortunate enough to be able to share lots of photos and photo albums from my aunt's house. It is fun to go through all of the pictures. These photos were just too special not to share.

Pennsylvania

Last week I drove nine hours by myself to Pennsylvania for my Aunt Sue's funeral service. My sisters, father, and brother-in-law were all there to remember my aunt. It was also so nice to see where my mother rests. I miss her so much.

My grandparents

My great grandparents

We also used that time to clean out her home. As we cleaned, packed, and prepared her items we came across photos and treasures that were so special. It was a weekend of many emotions and we were all worn out by the end of our time there. 

Organizing and packing Aunt Sue's home

Dinner at Paxton's after a long day
Kathy, Linda, and me

Pie time at the Stone Arch

Graham Cracker Cream

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Yummy bread with dinner
Lin, Kathy, Ron, and dad

I got in the car on Monday to make the nine hour trip home. I must say, I was pretty proud of myself and my solo drive. I wasn't overly excited about getting in the car alone to drive so far, but I did it and I felt good about it once it was over.

My favorite chair at Aunt Sue's house
I have memories of sitting in that chair with my grandpa

The chair is now in my home with a sweet little kitty enjoying it
That's a comforting feeling

Aunt Sue

Mom and Aunt Sue

A little about my aunt. She worked at the Pittsburgh Press and was divorced twice and widowed once. She never had children of her own. Her name is Ada Mary, but we called her Aunt Sue because Aunt Ada Mary was tough to say when we were little. She was a true animal lover. Aunt Sue owned several cats and the dog I remember the most was Max. He was a beautiful fluffy Keeshond whom she adored. 

Ignore the beauty on the left

One of my most vivid memories was seeing Aunt Sue get off the plane to come visit us at Christmas. She would be dressed to the nines and carrying boxes tied in twine filled with pastries from a bakery in Pittsburgh. She was a terrific aunt who loved us all so much and cared about her great nieces and nephews as much as she did us. She will be missed. Love you, Aunt Sue.

Aunt Sue, Great Grandpa, Mom, and Me
Great Grandpa's 100th birthday!

Aunt Sue and Mom doing the jitterbug on Christmas Day
1981

Aunt Sue, Me, and Dad
Virginia Beach 1976

My parent's wedding reception
The receiving line
Aunt Sue holding the bouquet

Dad, Kathy, Mom, and Aunt Sue
Christmas

Peace in Heaven

Aunt Sue & Mom
June 1984

Please send prayers to heaven for my dear Aunt Sue (my mother's only sibling). She passed away on Monday morning and in my mind she was welcomed into heaven by my mom and reunited with their mother and father. I can only imagine how lovely that must have been for all of them. I find comfort in the idea that they are together for eternity.

Mom, Grandma Ande, and Aunt Sue

And, I pray that they are spending their time happily remembering days like these.

Aunt Sue & Mom rollerskating in NY