Memories!

Hi,

Here are some tid pictures of the 'cultured Chinese pearls' as mentioned in my February 20th post, 'Grit and perserverance'. Eventhough, this is a simple enough digital camera, it does have its unique 'bells and whistles' and with practice and greater understanding, I will learn how to take better bittid photos! In my head and my heart, methinks I know what makes a good photo; it is just a bit matter, however, of learning how to use it!

The two sets of cultured pearl earrings came from the first mentioned factory, in an exceedingly beautiful house, on an exquisite lake in Hangzow, China. I can picture it all in my mind; as if it were yesterday! The pearls came from this particular lake; and the bracelet and necklace came from another factory in another Province in China. I always receive such a 'happy' feeling from seeing and wearing these lovely pieces!

Tonight is the 'Academy Awards'; and I will wear the jewellry and enjoy! Also today is the date (February 22nd) that my first husband and I married; and eventhough, 'things' did not work out between us, I am forever grateful, that we were / are Blessed with children; hence two grandchildren (thus far!) LOL! There is always 'a silver lining!' Alan, alas, did not have children in his first marriage; however, he is 'Grandpa Al' to my daughter's twin boys. We are 'young' grandparents; and we look forward to enjoying our grandsons and perhaps other grandchildren over the years!

Should add, that I travelled to China with my ex boyfriend of many years; and if it was not for his enthusiastic zeal to see China, I would not have gained an appreciation for the parts of China we saw; let alone to have visited China. We went with another couple; and we were protectively 'cloistered' in a large 'tour' group; and inasmuch as we were the 'foreigners', this made sense; because we were the 'foreigners'. Another time, I will post a tidbit picture of the wonderful colorful hand made vest I was given (yes given!) when we were in Kuming. Apparently, when you smile, you invite 'those' eager to sell you their wares, all the more! It was very hard for me, not to smile back at 'these' people, who kept smiling at me! At any rate, I was told by our Chinese tour guide to 'ignore' them; and then I would be left alone! 'Well', 'they' felt they wanted to 'give' me 'something'; and it turned out to be the vest (reminds me of Joseph's coat of many colours; albeit on a much smaller scale!). Apparently, 'they' did not want me to leave without a 'gift' from 'them', and they literally 'pursued' me up the narrow climbing paths of the high 'cliffs', until I finally accepted their 'gift'. So, to this day, every time I wear this extraordinary vest, I say a heartfelt 'thank you' to 'those' (who were extremely poor) who gave me such a 'gift from their hearts!'. I wear this vest a lot; and it always brings a heartfelt smile to my face. Apparently, that was a most 'unusual' circumstance, according to our tour guide.

Tidbit - 'The true gift, is the gift from the heart!

Bittid - Appreciate past memories with warmth and joy!

Have to go; the 'Red Carpet' Ceremony of the Academy Awards is about to begin!

Bye for now!

God Bless.