Heritage!!!

I have spent the better part of the day scanning pictures. I scanned a lot of Mark's baby's pictures today, so I can make him a childhood book. I also scanned pictures of my family. These were old pictures, and some really told a story. I loved not only looking at the people in the photos, but also the surroundings in the photo. There were old cars, tobacco fields, hand pumps and beloved pets. My biggest regret is that I was too young to take advantage of their stories. I love listening to stories of the olden days. I am not sure that I would have made it living back then. I love the internet and AC. I love the closeness of family and neighbors helping neighbors back then. I scanned several pictures of my great grandmother today. I was only 8 when she died, too young to relish in her stories. She was born in the 1800's, and I would love to hear how she dealt with technology changing. We each have a heritage that we are proud of. I am just trying to preserve mine through pictures and what stories I do know.

Blast From The Past!!!

I got a new wireless all in one printer this past week, and I have gone crazy scanning old photos of our family. Just wanted to share some of these with you. I will be raiding more photo boxes in the weeks to come. I have enjoyed going through all the photos and seeing some pictures for the first time, and reliving those special moments in life. They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so here is about 8,000 words worth. LOL

This is me and my mom on my 2nd birthday. That cake looks yummy.

Mark and his brother Dwight coming out of Matthews Market. I love the expression on Mark's face in this picture, it is typical little boy.

My first photo taken in the hospital. Most laugh at my hair do, but I like it...I think that I look cute.

Mark with Dwight and Gail. This is my all time favorite picture of him when he was little. He is just the cutest little thing.

Me and mom at Easter. This was taken when we lived in Lake Forest. The good old days.

Our family picture taken when I was in the 8th grade. Probably my favorite picture of the 3 of us.

Mark on the day he answered the call to preach. A priceless picture.

Mark's whole family. I love this picture of him as well.