Only two more weeks far away from home. I’m counting the days. I’ve been here 5 weeks and that is more than enough. The word ‘homesick’ isn’t really adequate. Miss the husband, miss the dogs and miss beauty like this:
Since my husband took this with his cell phone, the color is off, but you get the picture. I’ve missed the peony bloom for the 4th year in a row. I do believe I mean it when I say, ‘No More.’ I said that last year, I know, but all this far away coaching is losing its appeal.
You know that I try to buy something vintage as a remembrance of time on the road. I haven’t had all that much time to explore here and the price of gas has kept me closer to the condo. I did take a little trip to a neighboring town about a week ago and found this:
I’ve always wanted one of these wicker sewing baskets. The ones I’ve found in the past were battered or missing the spindles or the decal was worn away or the cord was missing. This one is in excellent condition. And it’s pink!
Another sweet decal on the inside. And see? The spindles/thread holders are just perfect.
Isn’t it pretty? The decal is so very sweet. I’ll use this for storage of some kind. Right now I’m leaning toward using it to hold all the love letters my husband sent me when he was wooing me. Isn’t ‘woo’ a wonderful word? I think we should all resolve to use it more often.
Today is my day off. Tomorrow and Wednesday are Tech/Dress Rehearsals with our first Preview performance on Friday. I teach on Tuesday and Friday. It will be a busy week and that’s a good thing.
If you haven’t read it already, I posted a book review and I’m giving away a copy of the book. Just scroll down to the previous post.
I seen one of those at an antique store and I could kick myself for not buying it! I think they are really sweet! Your looks perfect too! I can’t believe you have been gone 5 weeks already….of course I am not the one gone so I am sure it is not going fast enough for you. Thanks for stopping by today and taking a look at my chandy! I love it! I have all my “wooing” letters in a shoe box so I think your pink basket is perfect for yours!~Hugs, Patti
Claudia, five weeks is a very long time to be away from MHC and your family. The pink on that sewing basket is perfect. I almost bought a McCoy bowl this weekend but it was a bit pricey. Every time I see those McCoy colors they remind me of you. hugs♥O
It’s perfect, Claudia! Will look great when you’re not using it in your little nook studio. I emailed Trish and now I’m signed up for about four book tours. Won’t have to buy any books to read!
Brenda
This is a pretty one, and it suits your little studio so well, I think.
Oh boy, another book review! Thanks Claudia. I enjoy those very much.
Take care.
Ohhhhhhhhh, Noooooooooooo not the peonies. I’m feeling your pain. I came how to mine melted away in the heat of the day. You will be home soon, I hope. By the way, I didn’t realize that the babies left the nest so quickly.
I forgot the basket is “too die for” cute and perfect for you.
i cannot imagine how hard it must be to see those photos of the peonies. it would kill me. that sewing basket is so dang cute and i don’t think i’ve ever seen one in better condition.
IS IT ONLY TWO MORE WEEKS, HOW WONDERFUL FOR YOU, YOU MUST BE SO EXCITED. YOUR PEONY BUSH IS SO BEAUTIFUL, THAT IS MY DAUGHTER JENNY’S FAVORITE FLOWER. LOVE YOUR VINTAGE SEWING BASKET, GREAT BUY..WOO IS A SPECIAL WORD, I HAVE SOME LOVE LETTERS TOO, I CAME ACROSS THEM THE OTHER DAY, I ENJOYED READING THEM AGAIN, BRINGS BACK SPECIAL MEMORIES.
TAKE CARE, HAVE A GREAT WEEK. RIZZI
Huge flower head and so many petals. I too would be missing a garden like that. I so hope the rest of the days fly by fast and you will be home soon.
God bless you and have a safe trip home.
That basket is so perfect for you~ perfect colors, and the decals are so sweet.
I keep looking for fresh cut peonies at Trader Joe’s. I really enjoyed them last year. Unfortunately, I haven’t seen any signs of them this year. I keep hoping and checking though…
Hugs,
Jill
PS: I like the word “woo” too.
I love your pretty pink sewing basket!
Claudia, I have the same basket in about the same condition. Mine is yellow with the same kind of flowers. I found it a few months ago here in Tucson. I love the pink. Very nice.
I think we should
all strive to keep
woo-ing our spouses,
don’t you?? Never get
lazy and always send
love letters!
xx Suzanne
PS: Good luck with
everything and THANK
YOU for the prayers
for Gracie. She’s a
wee bit better this
week than last….
The Peonys are beautiful. They remind me of a trip I made about 10 years ago to see family in Nebraska. I bought my Uncle a beautiful red one. Unfortunatly here in the desert they dont do well. The good news is the end of this month I am moving out of the desert, to a more mild climate. Everytime I think of all the flowers I will be able to grow I wanna pack up my kerchief stick it on a pole and head out. I am trying to practice patients
Cyn
Great find!.. in great condition.
I bet this time away is tough.. perhaps it’s time to “just say no”.
You peonies are much happier than mine this year.
I LOVE peonies… and I almost bought myself a bunch of them today at Trader Joes. I have never seen a sewing basket like that but it is very cool!!
I’m so sorry you are missing your peonies. It’s sweet of your husband to be sending your photos and love letters.
That sewing box is fantastic. i have a wooden one that is probably from the 30s or 40s. I love it It’s one of my prized possessions.
I hope you can get home before the peonies are gone and that you don’t have to miss them ever again.
Next year, come to TN to visit me early in the spring so you can see mine, too.
Your peonies are beautiful. So glad your husband sent the picture to you so you could “see” them. Love the pretty pink sewing basket you found.
The peonies are gorgeous! Thank Heaven for husbands, cell phones and photos sent through cyberspace! Not quite as good as being at home, but maybe helps a little.
I had to transplant my largest peony last fall, and it did not really bloom this year. I was so sad. Thanks for sharing yours!
Love the basket, too!
Hi Claudia,
I LOVE your vintage basket! I think that would be the perfect place to keep your sweet love letters from your husband. I have a few letters that my Dad wrote to my Mother when they were first married. My Dad was in the airforce at the time. My Mother always kept his letters tied together with a pretty ribbon. I was so happy to receive a few of these after my parents died in 2008. I should look for a special box to store those in, too! Have a wonderful day! xoxo Kim
Lovely peonies! I think they are the same as the ones in my garden. They are now all bloomed out and I have to wait another year to enjoy them again too.
Love that little sewing basket, and using it for love letters is such a great idea. I gave my Love a wooden box in the early days, to keep my letter to him in. I guess I’d better start writing him some more letters, that box is nowhere near full :-)
Hope time will fly for you and you will be home soon.
Claudia,
The sewing basket is just perfect. I cannot wait to start poking around in the shops here in Maine for such treasures. Still getting settled and unpacking boxes.
The peonies are beautiful. Ours are not out yet but I missed the lilacs.
I have loved reading your “away” posts.
Carol
wow- the basket is gorgeous- what a great find! I hope the next 2 weeks fly past so quickly Claudia and you are being showered with kisses from hubby and your babies soon ♥
I am thrilled you found that sweet cottage sewing basket. I have seen lots of those on my hunts and finding a perfect one is hard to do. Good for you….it’s wonderful Claudia. :)
I’ve wanted one of those sewing baskets for a long time too. I’m envious.
Yay! two weeks to go. I love your peonies, it is too hot for them to grow in FL, I believe. Such gorgeous flowers as well as your sweet sewing basket. “Woo” did well! Ann
hello my friend!
what a sweet idea to fill your basket with love letters!!!
and of course, i agree about liking the word woo. :)
hang in there, baby!
xo
elyse
What a pretty sewing basket! It’s the pink of your peonies.
Good luck with your shows. I bet these last 2 weeks go by quickly.
Hi Claudia, Your sewing basket is so adorable! I love the color,and your flowers look gorgeous.I hope these 2 weeks fly by for you.
Kathy
Your new blog looks fantastic. I chaned the link :)
Have a nice day and a good trip at home.
Hugs Alexandra
Claudia, I love the pink basket. I found one quite like it–a yellow one. I gave it to my daughter-in-law, who loves old things and yellow. I’m wishing you home soon. The older I get, the more I want to be home. Funny you should mention, woo is one of my very favorite words, and I think it is not used nearly enough.Thanks for your lovely blog. Mona
It looks so pretty and sweet, and then in pink-wow- I love it Claudia
what a wonderful buy-to take home as a remembrance of your long tour.
xo,Dorthe
I can only imagine how happy you will be to go home. I know it misses you, too.
I love your vintage find. It will make a wonderful reminder of this venture.
And, this has the makings of a Pink Saturday post.♥
i have this same exact sewing basket!
kecia
My heart leapt when I saw this. I had one as child that my aunt gave to me. I have no idea what happened to it but seeing yours has given me hope that I may still find one for myself. I am green with envy.