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Comment from Rosalyne
Hi, Carolyn.
You have written such a beautiful cherished childhood story. You shared so well the way you worked toward saving for the blue dress. I'm sure you felt so proud every time you wore it, a dress treasured by your sister too. Your family sounds wonderful, your mother a very special and talented woman.
Wonderful story!
Bye
Rosalyne :)
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2014
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Hi, Carolyn.
You have written such a beautiful cherished childhood story. You shared so well the way you worked toward saving for the blue dress. I'm sure you felt so proud every time you wore it, a dress treasured by your sister too. Your family sounds wonderful, your mother a very special and talented woman.
Wonderful story!
Bye
Rosalyne :)
Comment Written 11-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 11-Feb-2014
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She was the strongest of ladies.. She taught me to make much out of the little things in life, then you will have wonderfully big memories. I loved her so much. Thank you for this kind review. :-) Carolyn
Comment from Curly Girly
This is an enjoyable story about your special blue dress. We've all had clothes that we loved and remember well. I can imagine the excitement of that parcel arriving.
These days clothes are so cheap. I think it's a pity, because life has become faster paced, and nobody knits jerseys anymore, because you can buy them cheaper.
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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This is an enjoyable story about your special blue dress. We've all had clothes that we loved and remember well. I can imagine the excitement of that parcel arriving.
These days clothes are so cheap. I think it's a pity, because life has become faster paced, and nobody knits jerseys anymore, because you can buy them cheaper.
Comment Written 10-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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You are right, although I alter my husbands pants (most pants have to be shortened) so I still use my sewing machine pretty often. And occasionally I make something for the granddaughters. (or their dolls) Thanks for this great review. :-) Carolyn
Comment from Spitfire
You brought back such memories here-the big catalogues, the use for paper dolls and outhouse. LOL. My mother sewed all our clothes too (just my sister and me) but outrivaled anything I saw in the department stores. Sis resented that she always got hand-me-downs. Then she grew taller than I.
Sigh...A lovely nostalgic write.
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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You brought back such memories here-the big catalogues, the use for paper dolls and outhouse. LOL. My mother sewed all our clothes too (just my sister and me) but outrivaled anything I saw in the department stores. Sis resented that she always got hand-me-downs. Then she grew taller than I.
Sigh...A lovely nostalgic write.
Comment Written 09-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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Thanks Shari, it has been a delight to know that so many FS'ians relate to 'Blue'. Thanks for the wonderful comments and generous rating. :-) Carolyn
Comment from MizKat
Hi Carolyn,
I enjoyed reading your true story. It must have been fun having so many brothers and sisters. I was an only child and hated it. I got my cousins hand me downs.
Kat
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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Hi Carolyn,
I enjoyed reading your true story. It must have been fun having so many brothers and sisters. I was an only child and hated it. I got my cousins hand me downs.
Kat
Comment Written 09-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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My husband is an only child. When we married I am not sure what made him happiest, me or getting the big family. Thank you Kat for this lovely review. :-) Carolyn
Comment from Benny Beeharry
I am surprised. You as good in prose as you are in poetry.
The drift here is so smooth and I like the details. They are not unfamiliar to me.
I went through that kind of life as well .there were thirteen children in my family. Seven sisters and six brothers.
As you said..to be exact.
Thank you for the good wishes.i need them.
I have hardly had any in this life. But as writing and meditation were my past time,I combine them
I would not have had the money to publish them.
God is great.
Benny Beeharry
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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I am surprised. You as good in prose as you are in poetry.
The drift here is so smooth and I like the details. They are not unfamiliar to me.
I went through that kind of life as well .there were thirteen children in my family. Seven sisters and six brothers.
As you said..to be exact.
Thank you for the good wishes.i need them.
I have hardly had any in this life. But as writing and meditation were my past time,I combine them
I would not have had the money to publish them.
God is great.
Benny Beeharry
Comment Written 09-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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For some reason it makes me happy to know you relate to Blue. I understand about the lack of money to publish. Maybe someday I will be as fortunate as you. I can hardly wait for your publication. It inspires me to know that you are doing well.
Thank you for your wonderful words of encouragement and this great review. God is great and good, :-) Carolyn
Comment from Sylvia Page
I can't say enough about [Mother's] skills
puffed-sleeves /lose the hyphen
store-bought dress/ add hyphen
cost Two/two dollars and ninety nine cents.
We were a large family too of 7. Our clothes were not store-bought, but tailored. I really cannot remember whether they were handed down. But, I married at a time when imported items were banned and the country was put through a trying time. People were having a tough time to feed and clothe their families. Fortunately for me my children were born much later and we did not have to struggle as much except in getting enough infant formula as this was restricted. I had traders known to me who would reserve enough stocks for me. That way I was quite lucky. I don't know how I would have managed otherwise.
I enjoyed reading your article and found similarities prevailing here. I remember these catalogs very well along with other fashion magazines.
Cheers
Sylvia
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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I can't say enough about [Mother's] skills
puffed-sleeves /lose the hyphen
store-bought dress/ add hyphen
cost Two/two dollars and ninety nine cents.
We were a large family too of 7. Our clothes were not store-bought, but tailored. I really cannot remember whether they were handed down. But, I married at a time when imported items were banned and the country was put through a trying time. People were having a tough time to feed and clothe their families. Fortunately for me my children were born much later and we did not have to struggle as much except in getting enough infant formula as this was restricted. I had traders known to me who would reserve enough stocks for me. That way I was quite lucky. I don't know how I would have managed otherwise.
I enjoyed reading your article and found similarities prevailing here. I remember these catalogs very well along with other fashion magazines.
Cheers
Sylvia
Comment Written 09-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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Sylvia, what a great review. I loved hearing of your families trials as well. I count myself fortunate indeed to have had the humble background, it makes me appreciate what I have.
Thanks also for the edits. I will fix. :-) Love, Have a great week. Carolyn
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My father was a very strict man and isolated us on the estate. Did not let us lose our values. My Mother on the other hand was an only child and had money to burn. He did not allow her to spoil us. So she spent her money to uplift needy families. We were not aware of her work till after she passed on. This upbringing put sense into our heads and we became independent. His one advice to me was don't live on past glories, make your own, and that's how I live my life.
Comment from allinmyhead
This is a wonderful, warm, simple but charming story. I also remember poring through catalogs and making wish lists.
You clearly paint a picture of a different time and an almost different world, at least for so many young people today who have no idea about hand-me-downs.
Nice story, skillfully told. Good job.
Small nits:
I can't say enough about Mothers skills.. Make Mother's possessive with an apostrophe.
puffed-sleeves You don't need the - here, just puffed sleeves is fine.
But here store bought dress you do need a hyphen: store-bought dress.
You don't need to capitalize the word two: The dress cost Two dollars and ninety-nine cents.
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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This is a wonderful, warm, simple but charming story. I also remember poring through catalogs and making wish lists.
You clearly paint a picture of a different time and an almost different world, at least for so many young people today who have no idea about hand-me-downs.
Nice story, skillfully told. Good job.
Small nits:
I can't say enough about Mothers skills.. Make Mother's possessive with an apostrophe.
puffed-sleeves You don't need the - here, just puffed sleeves is fine.
But here store bought dress you do need a hyphen: store-bought dress.
You don't need to capitalize the word two: The dress cost Two dollars and ninety-nine cents.
Comment Written 09-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2014
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Hi there, I appreciate your wonderful review and that you enjoyed Blue. I'll fix those 'nits' too. :-) Carolyn
Comment from lakeport
Blue, indeed it is my favorite color, that was a different time ,everything was more appreciated. I enjoyesd reading the story,God bless you. Hugs!Lakeport.
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2014
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Blue, indeed it is my favorite color, that was a different time ,everything was more appreciated. I enjoyesd reading the story,God bless you. Hugs!Lakeport.
Comment Written 08-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2014
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Thanks, I appreciate your insightful comments. Blue is my favorite color also. Hugs back to you, :-) Carolyn
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your welcome,Hugs!Lakeport.
Comment from GracieAnn
Carolyn, your delightful story mirrors my own growing up years. Women of that generation were wicked seamstresses. My mom would take the clothes given to us 5 girls and tailor them to fit us and stay up till 3 am sewing Easter dresses. She even made under ware for our dolls! My only brother got his firsthand. Our moms sacrificed a lot for us kids. We remember them with great admiration. You have honored your mom. :0 GracieAnn
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2014
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Carolyn, your delightful story mirrors my own growing up years. Women of that generation were wicked seamstresses. My mom would take the clothes given to us 5 girls and tailor them to fit us and stay up till 3 am sewing Easter dresses. She even made under ware for our dolls! My only brother got his firsthand. Our moms sacrificed a lot for us kids. We remember them with great admiration. You have honored your mom. :0 GracieAnn
Comment Written 08-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2014
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What sweet comments. I love it that so many on FS had similar backgrounds. It tightens our 'community' even more. I have so many stories about home-made underwear. LOL Mother lived to almost 98 and had such a sharp mind. I loved her dearly as it sounds like you did your own. Have a great Sunday, :-) Carolyn
Comment from Maureen's Pen
Dear Carolyn - i loved the joy penned this with - it fills up your lines a deeper happiness on the simple things in our lives. I bet this will stay with you forever. It holds love and a deeper sense of sharing as it past down to your sister.
I enjoyed this one, made me smile and pause as I remember my own simple treasures. Excellent post.
Thanks for sharing.
Maureen
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2014
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Dear Carolyn - i loved the joy penned this with - it fills up your lines a deeper happiness on the simple things in our lives. I bet this will stay with you forever. It holds love and a deeper sense of sharing as it past down to your sister.
I enjoyed this one, made me smile and pause as I remember my own simple treasures. Excellent post.
Thanks for sharing.
Maureen
Comment Written 08-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2014
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We had a poor and simple life, I learned many valuable lessons about patience and gratitude. Delighted it brought back memories to you as well. Love you my friend, Carolyn
