Throwback Thursday....

My older brother celebrated a 

special birthday this week.

He turned the big 50!

I have always loved this picture of us 

three since it was such a happy day.

Who isn't excited to see Santa in July?????

Anyone else been to Santaland in North Carolina?

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At the PALS retreat, a few mentioned how 

much they enjoyed these blog posts.   

(at least I hope they do...)

It has been awhile and little did I realize my 

brother's house would provide some new material.

  

While helping my SIL clean up 

after the party, I spotted this hanging on 

the wall and the picture fest began.

For The Love Cross Stitch

Stitched on 14ct white aida w/ DMC

I had completely forgotten about stitching this 

but I am sure it had to be for a birthday 

or Christmas.Although I don't know the 

name I am certain it was in a 90's issue 

of For The Love of Cross Stitch.

I think it just so cute...love that little puppy.

While I was snapping pics, my SIL obliged 

and collected some more stitched gifts 

from years gone by.

Stitched on good old 14ct aida w/ DMC

This one I did sign and date, which was unusual 

for me to do.  I do remember I gave it to 

them soon after they got married and moved 

in their new house. Can't get much more 

country than this but I still like it.

Ever forgot you stitched something?

Frankie Buckley "Collection of Things Country"

Stitched on 14ct aida w/ DMC

 I do know I stitched them but can't remember 

for the life of me when.  It had to be in the 90's 

due to lovely rust/blue mats, when country was 

still the rage.  Who hadn't stitched these or 

something similar???

Think I need to rethink those mats.

And lastly, for my niece....

I found this prayer and charted it for my niece's 

birth. I loved the sentiment of the prayer and 

hope I have lived up to my end of the bargain.

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Thanks for going on this trip down memory lane.

Looking at these make me smile that I was able to 

share my favorite craft with my brother and his

family and that they do appreciate them.

I do send up prayers for those that endured the 

storm and are now dealing with the aftermath.   

I hope the recovery will be quick.

Hope you can enjoy your weekend 

and happy stitching.....