Poodle Skirts 1956

 I feel certain that either Mother or Mimi made this fantastic poodle skirt. They were the rage and you can see how proud Paula is of her new skirt. And take a look at how dapper Bryan looks. They were quite a pair. I was 10 years younger than my brother and 6 years younger than my sister, so I grew up completely different circles and in a different time and place than my siblings.

My Big Brother 1956

 Truman Bryan Quillin, Jr

Christmas 1957 with Granny Hart

 For some reason there were very few pictures of this Christmas. We always had Christmas on Christmas Eve at Granny's (Merphia Ewing Hart) house. Then on Christmas morning, we had our tree at home. We would then go to Crowell, Texas, to spend the day with Mother's family, Ava and Joe Carroll Jones. 

Me and my cousin, David Carver

My Aunt Billye Merle Carver and cousin Beverly

My beautiful aunt, Billye Merle Quillin Carver

Christmas 1957

 

Psalm 23 - Put Into Perspective

 PSALM 23

The Lord is my Shepherd ----- that's a Relationship!

 I shall not want ----- that's Supply!

 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures ----that's Rest!

 He leadeth me beside the still waters -----that's Refreshment!

 He restoreth my soul ----- that's Healing!

 He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness --that's Guidance!

 For His name sake ----- that's Purpose!

 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death--that'sTesting!

 I will fear no evil ----- that's Protection!

For Thou art with me ----- that's Faithfulness!

 Thy rod and Thy staff comfort me -----that's Discipline!

 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies------that's Hope!

 Thou annointest my head with oil -----that's Consecration!

 My cup runneth over ----- that's Abundance!

 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life----that's Blessing!

 And I will dwell in the house of the Lord -----that's Security!

 Forever ----- that's Eternity!

Remember Your Roots

 

Holiday Months Create a Break from Genealogy

CHRISTMAS 1957

Though I am addicted to family research, I am aware that at times we have to take a step back. The holiday months are hectic with all the trimmings that come with the season. My research has been intense with the Vineyard, Campbell lines. It takes up space in my mind and time to dig, compare, have all the screens open... searching for that small tidbit that could be the next steppingstone. 

I'm going to focus on Christmas Past and all the joys of the season. I also love the inspirational things that I have saved over the years to give me direction. So... for a while, I will share, old Christmas photos, devotionals, quotes, and just things that have given me my "bottom line" strength, things that reach down to my soul. 

I praise and thank God for my mother and daddy who taught me to stand firm, believe in Him and know that I am worthy and loved.

My family research is my escape...I often say that I enjoy my old ancestors more than I do the recent social medias with all the noise and chatter. My ancestors can't hide behind what isn't real. I learn valuable lessons from all of their experiences. This doesn't mean to say, that every now and then I may get sidetracked back to my first love and have to take a peek at genealogy.... but for now, I'll take a break and share some inspirational topics.