I am a Victorian Soul, who lives in a small townhouse that was built in the mid 1970's, not a huge Mega Mansion!! I just recently lost my Hubby Joe, who was a Retired Letter Carrier. I worked night shift as an RN on a Hospital based Rehabilitation( Physical Medicine) Unit for 37 years before I had Knee Replacement Surgery and officially Retired in 2019 after 41 years working in Direct Patient Care ... I am so glad that we retired at 62 years of age and got to spend that time together before he passed....I still do love Retirement!!!!

I DABBLE IN A BIT OF THIS AND THAT!!!!

" IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO BE WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE BEEN"
George Eliot
George Eliot was actually a pen name for a woman named Mary Anne Evans......

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Thursday, June 6, 2019

Garden Wreath Re-Do, A Wedding Anniversary and D Day


Welcome to Debbie-Dabble Blog!!
I am so happy you decided to stop by!!

Today, I will be sharing a Garden Wreath that I added a few more things to and a special Anniversary date.....

But first, I want to thank these 2 hosts for featuring my post, More Spring Blooms and a Surprise, from last week's parties....

 Thanks to Kari, over at Me and My Captain, for featuring it from last week's Celebrate Your Story Link Party!!

Thanks so much, Kari!!

And I also want to Thank Barb, over at French Ethereal, for featuring it from last week's Share Your Style Link Party!!
Thanks so much, Barb!!

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A few weeks ago, I shared my Fairy Garden Mantle on my faux Fire Place in my sitting room.....
Click HERE if you missed this post....

Last Summer, I decided to decorate my Sitting in a Garden theme......

I made this wreath for the door of the room......
In the early Spring, before my surgery, I decided to add a few more things to it......

More flowers, a butterfly, some garden tools and even a hat and lights!!
This is how it now looks.......
Let's start with the bow that is made with a ribbon bought at Dollar Tree......
I added this yellow butterfly that I bought after Christmas on clearance......
It is an ornament!!!!
I tucked a little straw hat that I had in my stash under the bow a bit, on top of a pair of garden gloves....
And added a mini garden rake.....
Hanging the the middle of the wreath is a trio of garden tools.....
And a bird's nest and eggs was added to the center of the wreath.....
I added more flowers including a bunch of bright pink ones......
Can you see the mini garden shovel??????
There are seed packets......
Little clay pots.......
A mini galvanized watering can.....
And galvanized pails......
I am sure you noticed the string of Dragon Fly lights on the wreath.....
The set was bought a few years back at Dollar Tree.....
The battery pack is tucked into the center of the wreath making it easy to turn them on......
And here it is lit up in the evening......
It is just a small set of 10 lights so they did not go around the entire wreath......
Here it is with the hall light on.....
I hope you enjoyed seeing how I re-did this Garden Wreath for the Summer......

Going from this.....
To this......
Soon I will be sharing more of the the Garden touches that I added to the Sitting Room for the Summer......

Today is the 75th Anniversary of D Day....A Day that will live in Infamy.......
I have been watching all the tributes on TV both in Normandy and here locally.....
May we never forget all the troops that stormed that Beach and those who lost their lives that day and those that survived and turned the tide in World War II....
A grateful Nation honors you!!

June 6th is also another special Anniversary.......

My parents were married in 1942 on June 6th, 2 years before D Day.....


Shortly after they were married, they moved to Spartansburg, S.C.where my Dad was in Boot Camp before being deployed overseas in World War II.......

He would be gone overseas for nearly 5 years.
 My Mother lived with her parents until he returned.

My Dad was one of 5 Brothers who all served in World War II and fortunately, all 5 brothers made it home to their loved ones.....
 
Today would be my parent's 77th Wedding Anniversary!!!

They were both born in 1919 and would have turned 100 years old this year!!!

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Thanks to those who took the time out of their busy day to spend a little bit of time with me!!

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17 comments:

  1. handmade by amaliaJune 7, 2019 at 12:28 AM

    I love your fun wreath, Debbie. Every time I look at it I discover another detail.
    Amalia
    xo

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  2. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageJune 7, 2019 at 9:17 AM

    Hello my friend! I've been away but slowly trying to make my way back. Your wreath is full of imagination and it's so cute! I enjoyed reading about your parents. Your father and his brothers were very brave and it's incredible that all five were able to return home. I hope you're doing well. I think of you every day. {You're on my prayer list.} Hugs, Sandi

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  3. JeanieJune 7, 2019 at 10:52 AM

    I loved your secton on DDay and the wonderful photos of your parents. What glorious treasures!

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  4. mamasmercantileJune 7, 2019 at 12:57 PM

    The wreath was a feast for the eyes, so beautiful. I enjoyed your thoughts on D Day and the lovely photographs.

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  5. krishnaJune 7, 2019 at 3:18 PM

    your mom is a gorgeous lady. She is so beautiful!

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  6. Natasha Mairs - Serenity YouJune 7, 2019 at 4:36 PM

    Wow this is so colourful and bright! Perfect for any summer garden

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  7. Louca por porcelanaJune 8, 2019 at 9:52 AM

    Great post!What a gorgeous pictures of your parents!I love your pretty wreath and the beautiful tribute to 75th Anniversary of D-Day!Hugs!I hope you are better of your surgery each day!

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  8. Graça GamitoJune 8, 2019 at 11:16 AM

    Her crown was already pretty, but with all the embellishments she added she was really pretty and interesting. Congratulations
    I found the photos of your parents beautiful.

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  9. Marie-Interior FrugalistaJune 8, 2019 at 11:18 AM

    Enjoyed reading about your parents, Debbie! They were both very good looking. Little did they know just two short years later what would happen. My grandfather was on the beaches of Normandy and left three children and one on the way behind. Thankfully, like your father and his brothers, he came home...wounded but home. Hope you are recovering well. Love your wreath!

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  10. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJune 8, 2019 at 2:10 PM

    Peggy was not able to leave a comment but emailed me so I am posting her comment here:
    How lovely!!! Love your special details.
    could not comment on your blog but had to let you know how I enjoyed your entire post!
    peggy

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  11. BetsyJune 8, 2019 at 10:42 PM

    Wonderful tribute you have posted here Debbie. Greatest generation. Such a nice wreath and would make a nice gift for a summer birthday gardener. The little tools would be great for potted plants.
    Your Mom and Dad had a fine wedding it looks to be. You look more like your Dad I think. Handsome couple. I love the wedding bouquet and it's so loaded with flowers, gorgeous!
    Betsy

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  12. Dee | GrammysGrid.comJune 11, 2019 at 8:56 AM

    Awesome wreath! Love it. If you’re not aware, I have a new UNLIMITED Monthly Link Party! I’d like to invite you to bring this post and more over and linkup with everyone.

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  13. cloches and lavenderJune 12, 2019 at 8:53 AM

    Such beautiful photos of your mom and dad. He very handsome and your mom very pretty. We must never forget the sacrifices made for our freedoms. Your wreath is beautiful and the added extra pieces were great additions.. Little add touches sometimes really make a difference.

    Cindy

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    1. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJune 12, 2019 at 6:02 PM

      Cindy,
      I could not find any other way to get in touch with you so I am responding here...Thanks so much for your kind comments!! And thanks so much for stopping by!!
      Hugs,
      Debbie

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  14. Katie MansfieldJune 12, 2019 at 7:26 PM

    Your parents were a beautiful couple. I'm so glad that all five made it home safely. My dad served in the Pacific in the Air Force.
    Your wreath is too cute! I love, love the seed packets and the mini garden tools.

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  15. Our Hopeful HomeJune 16, 2019 at 11:09 PM

    Wow, that wreath is too pretty! Love all the cute little gardening accessories. Your mom was beautiful and your dad so handsome:) Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm. xo Kathleen

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  16. ErleneJune 22, 2019 at 6:14 PM

    Happy Anniversary. I like how you made the wreath a little fuller and lights are a nice way to make it standout at night.

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