Treasures of the Past

Yesterday, I framed a beautiful 8 x 10 photo of my Mom. 

This photo (on the left) is her high school graduation head shot.  I was lucky enough to receive this from her sister, Kathy, after my Mom's passing.  I had to find the perfect frame for this special treasure.

Inside the second "box" is a hand-stamped image that reads "Mother".  Here's a close up of that image.  I love how the t and h appear to be the butterfly's antennae. 

I was also lucky to receive from Kathy, other special photos.  The shadow box frame was the perfect fit for photos of my Mom, Dad, and myself... as well as a photo of my Mom on the day she married my Dad.  

On top of the hanging frame, I placed her wedding ring set and her urn.  There is also a necklace that spells "Mom" that I gave her when I was a child.  I am so happy that I get to keep these sentimental pieces from her life.

I used to invite her to stamp with me on many occasions and something always got in the way.  Whether she had other plans or was just too sick and worn down to get out of the house... we never got around to it.

Now, she's always right here with me in my stamping room, helping me create... whether she likes it or not.    :)

Comments

[Missy]

Kris,
That is absolutely beautiful! Your aunt Kathy was so nice to give you those pictures! I was lucky enough to get an heirloom picture of my grandmother after she passed away in 1986. I look at it everyday single day! She is on my wall in front of my scraproom! Like you I will treasure it always and I feel like she is in there with me watching and smiling over me!

[Melissa Young]

That is so super sweet and thoughtful. I love it!

Of course, you are not alone when you stamp or do anything...think of all of us thinking of you!

[Traci Davis]

What a lovely tribute wall.

[Pam Giudici]

Beautiful and heart warming. Thanks for sharing.

Pam~

[Linda Callahan]

Beautiful heartfelt display!

[Carla Bazhenow]

So beautiful Kris. I'm glad you have those things of your Mom's. Hugs,

[Patti MacLeith]

What a beautiful tribute to your mom. I love that second frame with room for other items besides photos. And that butterfly is so beautiful!

[Jacklyn]

Kris
How beautiful and fitting that your mom is with you and looking over you. You're inspiring me to do something similar with some pictures of my mom.
Jacklyn

[Mary Fish]

Beautiful tribute and artwork. I, too, love how the letters make the butterfly antenna . . . cool. Hugs, M

[kathy amstutz]

You did a beautiful job, Kris; I'm sure your Mom enjoys every minute you spend with her now.

[Anita]

Wow! What a beautiful way to display all those precious photos and items.

[Ann Schach]

What a wonderful tribute, Kris! Thank you so much for sharing.

[Veronica]

This is just beautiful and what a wonderful way to always have her with you. Thank you for sharing.

[Martha Stewart]

Absolutely beautiful. What a wonderful memory you've created! The stamping is beautiful! Great use of the background stamp.

[Goodly Creations]

What a lovely tribute!! You look like your Mother. . . Enjoy and find comfort in knowing she's there. . . {{Hugs}}

[Jean Fitch]

What a beautiful and creative tribute to your Mom's memory and your love for her. You've been in my thoughts and prayers and I pray you are finding moments of comfort and yes...moments of joy during a difficult time of transition. May Easter blessings provide the needed balm for your heart.

Hugs from a sister stamper - Jean