After my mother died, my brother and I found several photos of her which had been taken by newspaper photographers. The pictures had never been framed, simply tucked away in a drawer along with some of her unfulfilled dreams.
When World War II broke out, she went to NC State to learn welding so that she could help in the war effort–a Rosie the Riveter. She headed for Baltimore to work in the shipyards there. Instead, she ended up teaching welding there.
This photo was taken at a parade during one of our town’s big celebrations. Centennial, perhaps? She’s the tall one in the capelet dress. To this day, that’s my favorite plaid. I used to peek at the dress which had been relegated to the bottom of her cedar chest. I’m sure she never wore it again.
My neighbor grows the loveliest roses in town. She gave my Dearly Beloved these to give to me for Mother’s Day. She’d cut them just before the rains came. They smell divine!
Happy Mother’s Day to my daughters, moms of our five wonderful grandsons.
Happy Mother’s Day to EVERYONE, mothers of the heart. You, too, Mother Earth!
And so our mothers and grandmothers have, more often than not anonymously, handed on the creative spark, the seed of the flower they themselves never hoped to see–or like a sealed letter they could not plainly read . – Alice Walker
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Sweet remembrances, Merrily. Thank you for sharing. I hope your Mother’s Day is good.
It’s been lovely! I’ve dabbled in several projects, finishing none, of course. My favorite kind of day.
I love that photo of your mother welding!! What a wonderful gift to have that picture. Roses are gorgeous. And Happy Mother’s Day to YOU.
Roses smell as lovely as they look. I love the welding photo, too.
Oh Mary,such a wonderful post,wonderful photos,happy mothers day to you,ours was back a few weeks,Beautiful roses,could almost smell them! xx
Thank you! I have been following your adventures at Motherclucker Farm on Facebook. Happy belated Mother’s Day to you.
Wonderful post. Have a terrific Mother’s Day.
And the very same to you!
What cool pics of your mom! Hugs to you from across the miles!
Thanks! My kids won’t find any cool pictures like that of me. Maybe a few of me lying on the sofa, reading.
That is such a wonderful memory about your mother. And a most fitting post on Mother’s Day.
Thank you, Donna. Happy Mother’s Day to you.
Happy Mother’s Day. Your mother was both beautiful and clever! The roses are divine!
Happy Mother’s Day, Mary! What wonderful photos to find.
My Mom worked in what she called “war plant” during WW 2. She said it was exciting to be doing something to help.
You can be proud of your Mom. The White House just acknowledged the women who held the country together during WWII doing the jobs once held by men. Late but better than never.
Love your roses. Hope you had a great Mother’s day.
Wonderful Photos. Thank you for sharing.
I LOVE the photos of your Mom!!