Sunday, July 18, 2010

Missing Mr. Flea



Parting Is Such Sweet Sorrow...



Absence Makes The Heart Grow Fonder...



I am a firm believer of short good byes...
...and long hellos...

Looking forward to saying hello and seeing Mr. Flea again in a few more days!

All the old shaving brushes and straight razors are part of a collection housed up at the lake house....
...we have to have a few manly things amidst all the feminine and girly stuff!
:)
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22 comments:

  1. UnknownJuly 18, 2010 at 9:00 PM

    Hey Laura. I know you'll be so glad to have him home again! Yes, they need things to. Lucky for you, you get to chose the ones for him too.

    Hugs...Tracy :)

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  2. AnonymousJuly 18, 2010 at 9:12 PM

    Laura, I love those old shaving brushes. Can't find them around here for less than $10. Am I cheap or what? ;-)

    My hubby collects little models of 50s cars.

    What's fair is fair! ;-)
    Diane

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  3. Garden Antqs VintageJuly 18, 2010 at 9:20 PM

    What a great collection. I always remember the one my granddad used and how he'd lather it up, sweet memories. Hope you've had a great weekend, T

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  4. MaryJuly 18, 2010 at 9:27 PM

    My dad bought a Bakelite shaving brush when he was in the army in 1955. I used it to brush his neck clean after I give him a hair cut last month. When I was little I would sit and watch him lather up his face using the brush. He'd always put a dollop of shaving cream on my nose just for laughs.
    When the time comes, that little green brush is all the inheritance I'll need.

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  5. Linda @ A La CarteJuly 18, 2010 at 9:50 PM

    Love the old shaving items. We have a small collection of old brushes and soap mugs.

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  6. EviJuly 18, 2010 at 9:57 PM

    Laura, I am with you on that, short good byes
    and long hellos!!!!!!!!
    Can't wait to see you again!
    Thinking of you all and keeping you in our prayers,
    love Evi

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  7. My name WAS Female, I shit you not!July 18, 2010 at 11:08 PM

    This isn't the same......but can remember my mom telling me how her grandfather would let her comb his hair while he sat & read the paper.
    She was only 2 or 3 and he had no clue she was't tall enough to reach the sink.
    The water she used was from the commode.
    :0)
    My memory is his clay pipes.
    Always gave me a new one to go on the porch & blow handmade bubbles my nana made for me. :0)

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  8. debi lynn mattinglyJuly 19, 2010 at 12:57 AM

    These bring back great memories of my Papa!! Hope you see your honey soon. Xo deb

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  9. Mitt hvite husJuly 19, 2010 at 2:47 AM

    Hello...long time...

    lovely old shaving items... I`m looking for theese old Items.. but I have not found it yet..

    Take care and have a wonderful day..

    Hugs Kerstin

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  10. TheresaJuly 19, 2010 at 6:49 AM

    Oh Laura, I know you miss your Honey... but he'll be home soon:) Love those vintage shaving brushes! Have a blessed day my friend! HUGS!

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  11. DEBBIEJuly 19, 2010 at 7:51 AM

    What a darling collection!
    Hopefully your sweet hubby will be home very soon!

    DEBBIE MOSS

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  12. *The Beautiful Life*July 19, 2010 at 8:14 AM

    Hi Laura,
    This is just such a sweet post. No doubt you'd love to have Mr. Flea by your side now. Still thinking about you so much and wishing I could give you a big hug. :)

    XOXO

    Ruth

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  13. AnonymousJuly 19, 2010 at 8:35 AM

    Being the wife of a long distance trucker I know all about the loneliness. I can't wait until retirement!!
    Love the shaving brushes! I remember my Grandpa using them.
    Have a Wonderful Week!
    Love,
    Marilyn

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  14. RosemaryJuly 19, 2010 at 10:39 AM

    I know what you mean Laura!!
    Love the collection!!
    Have a great week!
    xo,
    Rosemary

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  15. The Rustic VictorianJuly 19, 2010 at 12:38 PM

    We are always glad to have the men back home safe and sound with arms all around.
    Mine has started collecting the mugs and brushes. I have given him a special shelf in the bathroom. I love it.
    Marcie

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  16. Knitting Out LoudJuly 19, 2010 at 12:54 PM

    Love the brushes!

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  17. KateyedJuly 19, 2010 at 2:12 PM

    What an outstanding picture you have taken again, Laura.
    Manly, for sure!!!
    xo,
    Laura

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  18. La BrocanteuseJuly 19, 2010 at 2:21 PM

    Hello Laura,
    there is a lovely little book you may enjoy..all about razors, shaving and the ritual...it is called :
    RASE DE PRES ... ou la perfection quotidienne au masculin by Wallace G.Pinfold or the English version: A Closer shave.Man's daily search for perfection. Published by Konemann Verlagsgesellschaft mbH Cologne...
    thank you for lovely images. warm wishes Colette x

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  19. Les CotrionsJuly 19, 2010 at 3:17 PM

    Hello my sweet friend! It's so nice you're missing Rob so much and I'm sure it's the same for him!!!!
    Beatiful collection..I wonder...how many old suff have you???? You could open a gorgeous antique shop!!!
    Have a nice Summer week!
    Vale

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  20. LoppeJuly 19, 2010 at 5:05 PM

    Fantastic collection

    Every day you are apart will add a month to your marriage ,;o)

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  21. DarJuly 19, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    My Bill used his Dad's bakelite shaving brush for years when we first married. Now it is safely housed with my antique dresser set that was handed down from my Great Aunt Clara, to my Mom, to me. I treasure these mementos.
    BlessYourHearts and may the jump for joy when reunited.

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  22. clustresJuly 19, 2010 at 10:28 PM

    So cute!

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