My Father gave Mum these little boxes
over several years
She always kept them on this tray which....
Dad was given on his retirement
Some have further inscriptions under the lid!
This one says
St Valentine's Day 1980
This one is a tribute to Charles and Diana
on their wedding 1981
I am showing them it no particular order of importance as each has its own memories!
Mum gave them to me a couple of months ago and I keep them as she did...
and enjoy them...as she did
Inside: "A Year to Remember"
It was the year of my Mother's 60th birthday!
October is the month of their marriage!
St. Valentine's Day 1979
This is a tribute to the Queen Mother
on her 80th birthday.
Mum share's the same birthday
and was 60 that day!
This last is one that Dad gave meand so....
is
extra special to me!
Thanks for sharing those, they are beautiful ... you've made me go shivery with the last one, such lovely memories. xxx
ReplyDeleteOh these are so sweet,especially with the memories. xxoo
ReplyDeleteSimply wonderful.
ReplyDeleteSuch wonderful memories from these beautiful boxes!
ReplyDeleteSuch charming little boxes. We have a few similar things that belonged to my husband's grandmother. Ours are smaller, I think. Pill boxes.
ReplyDeleteThey are wonderful and such great memories to go with them makes them that much more special!
ReplyDeleteI remember getting up very early in the morning to watch Charles and Diana's wedding. It looked so much like a fairy tale of a Ciderella. I sent a condolence card to the young Princes.
ReplyDeleteWhat precious memories from your mum. Truly lovely.
Oh, these are just wonderful!!! And you would not believe, I collect little boxes like this, too! And this gives me an idea to post them some time, I will do that. I had not thought of putting them on a tray, what a splendid idea. Most of them are put away in a closet now. Boxes are wonderful because they have so many possibilities as to what is inside. You always get a surprise.
ReplyDeleteThat is a wonderful collection of little boxes. At one time, I was collecting similar ones, but I don't even know where they all are now. :/ Hope your weekend is wonderful. Tammy
ReplyDeleteso beautiful and the need to simplify life makes the size of this collectable even more appealing, they are so tiny yet hold so much meaning, how beautiful, I'm happy you love them as much as your mum did, I think the last one your Dad gave you is my favorite
ReplyDeleteThey are each one so beautiful and precious...something for you to treasure forever. What a sweet father to give you a perfect gift. It's nice to keep them altogether to enjoy!
ReplyDeleteI, too, love little boxes like these. I'm so happy they all have such wonderful memories for you and your sweet mom. It's really great when little things go from one generation to another with the sharing of the past.
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Donna
What beautiful little boxes. I particularly like the second from the bottom.
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What a beautiful little selection of pretty boxes. Your dad sounds as if he was a bit of a romantic! Lovely that you have now been given these boxes to admire and treasure. I can quite understand why that last one would mean so much to you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a thoughtful lovely man. things to treasure.
ReplyDeletexxx
Those little boxes are very sweet and a special heirloom for you to have.
ReplyDeleteoh how sweet! I like the tradition they had with the boxes and the special messages engraved on some of them! I'm sure this is something you'll treasure forever!
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Love the tiny boxes with individual memories tied to each one. Your dad was a tender soul . . .
ReplyDeleteThose are so special...I know that mean so much to you. You dad was very nice to give you such a sweet momento. Enjoy this weekend, Susie
ReplyDeleteThese are lovely -- I love small things, and especially small boxes. Thank you for sharing these!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous! Happy pink Saturday.
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Those are beautiful. A keeper:)
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What wonderful special memories each box brings. You are so lucky to have them.
ReplyDeleteI love the last box, with the forget-me-nots, the Alaska state flower!
ReplyDeleteVery lovely post and how wonderful to have these small treasures to remember your mother.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful collection thanks for sharing them with us. Anne x
ReplyDeleteOh these are beautiful and the memories attached are priceless. Hug B
ReplyDeleteThose are really cool. Glad you have something so special to hold onto. Thank you for sharing.
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