The Magic, Miracles and Joy of an Artist: Mother's Day

Saturday, May 7, 2011

Mother's Day

Obviously, the quality of these photos is not good. But, I wanted to share a couple photos in honor of Mother's Day. The first photo is my beautiful Mom in 1937 when she was 20. The necklace she is wearing (a small gold heart) was given to her by my grandfather. He gave it to his wife on their wedding day in 1912. My grandmother passed away when my Mom was a very young girl. Mom wore this necklace for many years. A couple of years ago, she gave it to me. I cherish it and wear it all the time.

The middle photo, taken in 1972, is Mom with her three children: My sister - Patty, me, Mom, and my brother - Patrick. I am so grateful to have many photos with all three of us siblings with Mom. The third photo is me holding Casey in 1973, the year he was born. Becoming a mother puts a whole new spin on the meaning of life. I wouldn't change it for anything.

I wish you all a very Happy Mother's Day!

I am leaving for Charleston in the morning and will be off Blog for a week. I plan to visit many art galleries and try to take some time for some much needed relaxation. See you when I get back. Have a great week.

♥ audrey

13 comments:

martinealison said...: Je souhaite une joyeuse fête des mamans à toutes... De gros bisous à vous ma chère et à très bientôt...
Merci d'avoir partagé ces belles et précieuses photos avec nous.; May 8, 2011 at 3:26 AM
elena nuez said...: what a beautiful pictures Audry!!!
I wish you a happy and sunny Sunday too!; May 8, 2011 at 5:01 AM
Marlene said...: Lovely pictures. Have fun hope you find all kinds of wonderful goodies.; May 8, 2011 at 8:42 AM
OmaLindasOldeBaggsandStuftShirts said...: Happy Mother's Day to you and have a wonderful Charleston adventure.; May 8, 2011 at 10:03 AM
pinkglitterfae said...: Happy Mother's Day to you!
have a wonderful time in Charleston, enjoy the galleries
xoxo; May 8, 2011 at 12:26 PM
Jan said...: Great photos, Audrey. Your mom was lovely, I guess that is where you got your good looks. How wonderful that you were given that necklace, what a treasure.
Happy Mother's Day to you, have a safe trip. See you when you return.; May 8, 2011 at 11:41 PM
illustration poetry said...: Happy Mother's Day dearest FF!!!!!!

♥; May 8, 2011 at 11:43 PM
illustration poetry said...: http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ObLMver8SJU/TcYKqMQoWwI/AAAAAAAAEnU/OYeiDNPrAkc/s1600/Audrey%2Bwith%2BCasey%2B%252773.jpg

so beautiful!; May 8, 2011 at 11:44 PM
Manon said...: What lovely photos, Audrey!!! I hope you had a great day and that your trip is fantastic!! See you soon!! xo; May 9, 2011 at 3:01 PM
Sea Witch said...: Marvelous post. I have really enjoyed reading everyone's Mother's Day tributes. Hope all is well with you and wishing you a marvelous summer. Sea Witch; May 10, 2011 at 7:18 AM
PeregrineBlue said...: beautiful memories and i have to say your brother was incredibly handsome. i'm sure that rose he planted in your garden is ready to bloom and his presence will be felt unfolding.

love to you my friend; May 12, 2011 at 12:50 AM
Deborah said...: Oh Audrey! What a beautiful family! Look at you with all that long blond hair! DeLovely. I have missed blogging very much. Two more weeks of school, and then a little break. Hope you are have a wonderful, relaxing trip. **kisskiss** Deb; May 16, 2011 at 11:12 AM
yoborobo said...: Hi Audrey! Just popping in to say hello! Are you back home yet? I've been chasing my tail and running in circles. Sometimes life is like that. :) Lovely pictures of your family. xoxox!! Pam; May 17, 2011 at 9:33 PM

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