The (Ri)Charmed Life: collecting

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Big Fan

Monday, August 27th~

I have a small collection of vintage Chinese wall fans. This is the oldest of my collection, and probably my favorite. It's rather old and full of age spots, but I do love peaches and this just refreshes me when I look at it. I don't buy into all the legends or feel this is anything more than art, but it's interesting to know what inspired the painting.

This sits about the couch in my living room.


The peach is a Chinese symbol for longevity.


Known as Sau, this Chinese diety is a symbol of the easy life, smooth living, and victory over strife. The gourd is at the end of his staff is said to hold the elixir of immortality.

When a crane is shown among clouds it stands for longevity, wisdom and nobility.

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Fans

from June 26, 2012~ Just after my wedding, I found 2 boxes of Asian hand fans at a thrift store. I added them to my collection and promptly forgot about them. Nowadays, I'm more in a clear out than collect mode so when I came across these again, I immediately thought they'd be great to sell. Then I started opening them to see if the were moldy or torn. They are not... and they are gorgeous, yes, every single one has a unique, detailed watercolor print on it. I'm having serious second thoughts about letting them go. I do help with events now and then so I may just hold on to these a bit longer. They don't take up too much room. =)

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Blessings

from Thursday, June 14th~

Mowing with Granpa

Mom and I continued the sorting process at the house. We did a whole closet and the linens and china cabinets. I don't think my grandmother ever thew out a card anyone gave or sent her! It's a very good reminder to me to be careful not to end up with the same habit. My "collector" nature comes to me through genes on both sides. That's a little scary!

In a little bit we'll pick up Jonathan from the airport. He drove Joy and the kids home to Texas. His plane had issues and had to land in Atlanta so he's delayed a bit. We're meeting dad for dinner while we wait.

Grandpa was pretty alert and with it today. He was mainly interested in getting back into bed for a nap, but we stalled him with some Coca Cola.

Back home, God gave us a little blessing. Jason got a very unexpected bonus at work. We've been really tight this month so the timing is amazing.

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