{memories displayed...}

Each Wednesday, Barb, at Grits and Glamour, hosts a fun Blog sharing event,

"What's On Your Wall."

I would like to share some very special

Memories,

that are displayed on my walls.

David and Ashley's Baby Dedication outfits.

Both are framed in shadow boxes that I purchased at Micheals.

The gold piece at the top of the black ribbon was a thrifty find, but it has been so long, can't remember exactly where from.

David's precious white linen suit. It has hard to believe they were ever this small!

Ashley's Gown...
My mom made the gown for Ashley from a beautiful bridal fabric and lace. It is about 6" longer than it appears in the box. (pinned up) I tried to incorporate her bonnet, which my MIL smocked, and her little shoes, but it looked jumbled. I settled for a simpler display of the dress alone.
I've read the rules on decorating that shuns using too many personal photos, especially in the main living spaces, such as the living room. I tried that route, but my spaces seemed cold and generic. Photos of my kids make me smile, and have come to be great conversation starters when we have guest. Now I have pictures of the kids everywhere, ...they always brighten my day. Kevin loves them, also.
Each time I go up the stairway, I am greeted by sweet, smiling faces,
and a flood of memories.....

On the first landing, the wall is lined with 6 - 5x7 black and white photos. 8x10 photos make the descent up the stairs, where 9 more 5x7 photos are displayed on the second stairway landing.

The photos range from all ages of the kids.

Memories of summer holidays at the lake...

Sweet, baby personalities...

Past vacations, etc., etc., etc.

{smiles}

And one of my very favorites...

This picture is on the bottom corner of the display on the second set.

Just in the right place to really catch your eye.

I can hear Ashley saying, "ta dah...my bumbles!"

And I want to cry, because it seems like only yesterday, but instead I smile...every time I pass it! :)

So what's on your wall???

~Rhonda