The Lens Artists photo challenge this week is about nostalgia. Since it’s the time of year when we’re decorating for Christmas, my thoughts went to one particular holiday tradition at my house: the little blue ornament.
This is the only ornament that survives from the first set my parents bought when they got married in the 1940s. It’s nothing special, just an unadorned blue sphere a couple of inches across, except of course that nostalgia makes it special to me. When I hang it on the tree, I have a warm, settled feeling of connection with my family’s history.
Posted in response to Lens-Artists #75: Nostalgic, with thanks to Tina for posting this week’s challenge.
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That is so wonderful. It’s a small thing but it is priceless.
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So true! I know some day it will break, but for now I treasure it.
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Nice. the simple things can be the most treasured.
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So true!
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I love that so many things in our lives revolve around family, including your little blue ornament Celia. It’s the connections that make things meaningful. Thanks for sharing yours
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I agree. There’s nothing more important than family. It’s what links us to something bigger than ourselves. ♥️
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That is a beautiful and special ornament. Thank you, Celia for sharing the nostalgic story! 💙
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A wonderful connection to the past. Thanks for sharing, Celia.
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