Good morning, and let’s grab a cup of coffee and chat. Above, I’ve set my cup down on my Baker’s Rack so I can check out my figurines, like the Wizard of Oz collection that remind me of the journey. Below, another view of my Wizard of Oz characters that have become a logo for my creations.
Coca Cola bears join an assortment of books, mugs, and other bears, like the ones on the bottom shelf.
But…before I get off track, today I’m going back in time, to the place where I grew up. A place now belonging to my younger brother, who recently enjoyed a visit with his grandchildren there.
Left to Right: Luc, Gavin, and America, his grandchildren, in the almond orchard:
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A close-up of the almond orchard…I recall many walks among these trees….
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My brother, Eldon, his wife, Marie, and three grandchildren: Gavin, America, & Luc…By the big tree that has been there since I was a kid, and before….
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Luc is enjoying a ride…in the background, notice the old barn that was there when I was a kid. It looks like it hasn’t been painted since then, either, but I know it has been. It used to be red.
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Gavin is taking his turn…
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Inside the barn, you’ll find my brother’s shop where he creates Signs by Eldon…and his crew of fans: Luc, Gavin, America, and wife Marie.
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Gavin, playing the piano that was also in this home when I lived here, sometime in the mid-20th Century!
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A bonding moment between Marie and America, her youngest grandchild…(and only) granddaughter…
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Three generations of females: Marie, Amy, and America….
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I think it might be time for a visit IRL….so I’m planning for a getaway to the Northern Central Valley soon.
What do you love about your family moments? Do they tell a story? Remind you of the past?
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AN INTERIOR JOURNEY 
Your photos are lovely…I am so glad you are going to visit!
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I need to go soon…it is not that far, but I haven’t been there since my mom’s funeral. I need to revisit where I grew up. Thanks for stopping by, Patty.
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What a fantastic place to have grown up at, I do hope you go and enjoy some nostalgia, although things and places do change.
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Very true, which is probably why I’ve hesitated going before….but it will be interesting to see some of the changes, too. Thanks for visiting, Kathryn.
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An almond orchard – how wonderful! Great pics of your brother and his family.
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Thanks, Mary, I used to especially enjoy walking in the orchards when the trees were in bloom.
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What a beautiful family treasure and a great place for children to grow up. I hope you’re able to visit soon. Although things have surely changed, I imagine you’ll find happy memories among the trees.
Thank you for visiting my blog.
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Thanks, Sandy, and looking back, I realize how much freedom we had to wander through the orchards! Or to bike on country roads. Enjoy your week, and thanks for visiting.
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I love big family get togethers! I’m glad that you enjoyed this one!
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Thanks, Poem Fanatic…
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What wonderful photos! I hope you get a chance to visit soon.
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Thanks, Carol, it has been too long since I visited the old homestead.
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Family is treasure. All the best for you, guys.
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I agree, Klara….thanks for stopping by.
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Quite a lovely visit with pictures! Love that almond orchard. Hope you get to visit soon too.
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Thanks, Martha, it has been too long since I visited!
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