Tag Archives: antiques

Not Expendable

Posted on July 10, 2021 by msw blog

“It only kills old people anyway,” the young doctor said to my 72-year-old grandmother. Miffed, she recounted this interaction to me over the phone. “I could have a good 20 years left!” My grandmother mails me homemade quilts. She cares … Continue reading →

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Treasures

Posted on March 3, 2020 by msw blog

Showcase a few treasures: Instead of keeping 25boxes of Great Aunt Jean’s belongings in the basement display one setting of her China on a special shelf. “often what people want is to tell the story of how something came into … Continue reading →

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Family Heirlooms

Posted on December 4, 2019 by msw blog

What Do Our Family Heirlooms Mean to You? This was written on a single page of a journal that I thought was blank. The penmanship wasn’t mine, but it sure got me thinking. I have no heirlooms from the individuals … Continue reading →

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Vintage Vibes

Posted on September 19, 2019 by msw blog

When decorating a room, always incorporate vintage in some way, shape or form. Whether it’s a vintage chair, a piece of retro artwork, or an antique bowl on your shelf, it’s important to bring in that aged element to warm … Continue reading →

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