Monday, May 30, 2011
The "Mother" lamp
The "Mother" lamp or should I say the mother of all lamps? It looks familiar doesn't it, certainly to Dad and all my siblings as well will remember this lamp in our household growing up in Tolland. Funny, I never really gave it much thought only to consider it a bit ugly with spliced wires and a red light bulb. Now, however, I have to say it is one of the most precious items in my house, a true family heirloom.
Dad can add his comments about how we bought it on the street in Honolulu while going to (or from?) Okinawa. As a mother of someone who is now around the age Dad was while heading off to War, I have a new appreciation. A boy would turn into a man very quickly.
On this Memorial Day as we are remembering and honoring our fallen soldiers, we are very thankful that Dad came home safely.
Dad, keep wearing your YMS 176 hat so people can continue to show their appreciation!!
Thanks.
# posted by Betsy @ 2:12 PM 
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Can't rememberr much--only that I paid somebody on the street in Honolulu 25 dollars , (American. I do remember the shoddy wiring job, and the exquisite carving of n"Mother">
Reminds me of some other vintage childhood items like the "God Bless Our Home" plaque Gram had. Mara gave it to me and I had it refurbished and reframed (for I'm sure much more than it ever cost initially). I have it in my kitchen and appreciate it often. I'll get a photo and then we can have a "Mother- Lamp" - "God Bless Our Home" plaque face-off.... Good eyes on seeing the past, the lamp is classic. Miss you, Peggy
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