Sunday, March 2, 2008

Will Work For Chocolate

As a child, my Nanny would pay me for dusting her faux fruit and the inside of her china cupboard. The reward would be a cup of hot homemade cocoa that was served in my special cup and saucer that was always in the same spot in her china hutch.
So I cleaned and cleaned and cleaned......
.....and drank happily when I was all done, from this very cup and saucer...my own little treasure at my Nanny's house. ..........

There are things to be cleaned here, things to sew, and taxes to be turned in. With that, I am taking a break for a week and will be back next weekend. I will miss everyone, but will catch up to you soon!
Ok, Mr. D., I will toss your ball with you now!
It is the small things in life that make life all worthwhile.
**Hugs**

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46 comments:

  1. Miss JeanMarch 2, 2008 at 9:07 AM

    Becky: I'll work on my "tag you're it" when I get back from the quilt show today. Hopefully, I'll have pictures to post. I can't wait to see what you are sewing.

    Mr. Doog's: Aunty Jean will play with you this week if Mommy doesn't have time to. You were a good boy yesterday.

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  2. Rosie's WhimsyMarch 2, 2008 at 9:43 AM

    Have a wonderfully productive week. :-) Rosie

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  3. PattieJMarch 2, 2008 at 12:07 PM

    What a sweet post about your Nanny... Have a nice break, hope you get everything done that you need to.

    Pattie

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  4. SweetAnneeMarch 2, 2008 at 12:27 PM

    Ok, now I'm gonna miss you and Doogs
    but I'll be looking for ya in a week!!
    have a good productive time.

    deena

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  5. NanMarch 2, 2008 at 1:13 PM

    Have a good week. I'm a little behind myself!
    Hugs,
    Nan

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  6. AnonymousMarch 2, 2008 at 2:43 PM

    Cute post.

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  7. AnonymousMarch 2, 2008 at 3:15 PM

    hi! i just found your blog via nostalgia fairy's blog. i couldn't help but laugh at the "dusting faux fruit" story. to even have faux fruit to begin with is hilarious but the fact that she required it to be dusted is just too much.

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  8. AnonymousMarch 2, 2008 at 3:33 PM

    Hi Sweetie, thanks for the tag! That's sweet that you had your own special cup at Grandma's! I hope you get everything you want done. We haven't gotten around to doing our taxes either.

    Manuela

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  9. Maria Catalina WileyMarch 2, 2008 at 4:37 PM

    Have a good week cleaning :) Look forward to when you get back, hope you reward yourself with your favourite chocolate!
    love
    Maria

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  10. Esther SundayMarch 2, 2008 at 4:56 PM

    Hey, I'd help ya if I could. Why don't you send Doogs to Idaho to play with Millie and Spanky at Aunt Esther's house? Love, Esther

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  11. SharonMarch 2, 2008 at 6:35 PM

    Have a great week! Hope all is to your satisfaction by the end of it.

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  12. RosemaryMarch 2, 2008 at 7:30 PM

    Good luck with all of your projects.
    Have a good week,
    Rosemary

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  13. Cowboys and Custard MercantileMarch 2, 2008 at 11:00 PM

    Oh sweet memories.. one that you will always cherish and remember your darling Nanny by.
    Take it easy dear Becky..

    With love
    Michelexx

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  14. Ragged RosesMarch 3, 2008 at 4:06 AM

    Have a good week. chocolate seems to be the biggest motivator in this house too!
    Kimx

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  15. KristenMarch 3, 2008 at 5:02 AM

    I hope that you get much done and have an overwhelming feeling of satisfaction!! ;)

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  16. Simply ShelleyMarch 3, 2008 at 5:03 AM

    Hello Dear Becky, what a sweet story and a lovely memory of your Nannie. Don't work to hard and when you come back show us all your sweet Easter decorations.
    Have a great week!

    Blessings,Shelley

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  17. Melissa @ The Inspired RoomMarch 3, 2008 at 7:21 AM

    Hi my dear! I spent the weekend away with my hubby and am just trying to get around to catch up before the day gets going!

    While I was gone I went into the cutest coffee shop, that was filled with Scottish Terrier vintage stuff, you would've loved it! I'll show some pics later today (hopefully!)...

    Happy day!

    Melissa

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  18. BittersweetPunkinMarch 3, 2008 at 7:36 AM

    Ah yes...taxes...you have fun with that and we'll see you when you return!
    hugs,
    Robin

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  19. NancyMarch 3, 2008 at 9:51 AM

    What a wonderful memory. I bet you still think of that cup and saucer and cocoa when you clean your house.

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  20. AnonymousMarch 3, 2008 at 10:56 AM

    I love that! What a sweet little story! The little cup is really pretty too! Hugs to you and Doogs, from me and Happy!!

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  21. Miss JeanMarch 3, 2008 at 12:15 PM

    Becky: Love the new banner with the Scotty and bees!

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  22. DenaMarch 3, 2008 at 3:11 PM

    OH do I have teacup envy now! That is just a beautiful piece...and now I need chocolate something something...

    Hugs,
    Dena

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  23. Kathleen GraceMarch 3, 2008 at 6:48 PM

    Hmmm, being paid in chocolate, what a great idea! Will miss your posts for the week, but I know you will have something beautiful to show us after your break:>) Have a great week!

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  24. MeggieMarch 3, 2008 at 7:42 PM

    What a great cocoa cut and saucer, Becky. It's lovely! Hope you have a productive week....get those taxes done! BUT, Mr. Doogs can't be ignored!! He's too cute!

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  25. kari and kijsaMarch 3, 2008 at 7:53 PM

    What a wonderful treasure and memory! We are sure that any hot chocolate would taste just a little bit better in your beautiful cup!

    blessings,
    kari & kijsa

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  26. theMarch 3, 2008 at 8:14 PM

    I like your tea cup and saucer, I need to find things like that for my hutch :)
    Stephanie

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  27. Susie QMarch 4, 2008 at 10:25 AM

    Have a sweet week...it is that tine of year isn't it??
    And what cherished memories of your Nanny. Life is so good!

    Hugs,
    Sue

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  28. LouiseMarch 4, 2008 at 12:38 PM

    Don't work too hard Becky, maybe stop for several drinks from your lovely cup and saucer, not too much cocoa though, it may send you to sleep, then no work will get done. x

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  29. AnonymousMarch 4, 2008 at 2:29 PM

    That's such a pretty cup and saucer...I bet you enjoyed remembering about your nanny.
    Margaret and Noreen

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  30. Alison GibbsMarch 4, 2008 at 2:31 PM

    What a sweet cup and wonderful memories.
    Alison

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  31. JaniceMarch 4, 2008 at 2:57 PM

    What a beautiful cup and saucer and a fun memory shared! Love Mr. D. He is so very adorable! Is that his real name or nickname? Our little grandson is named 'Dylan', but 99% of the time we call him 'Mr. D'. :o) (He's adorable too!).
    ~Janice~

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  32. AndiMarch 4, 2008 at 3:54 PM

    Yes, it is the small things that make life worthwhile!

    If you're ever in Florida stop in. I have a pretty cup and saucer and will happily make you hot cocoa...while you dust...tee-hee!!!

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  33. ArtifaxMarch 4, 2008 at 5:03 PM

    Have a nice break!! I hope it's wonderfully productive and filled with special moments too :)

    And I love the idea of being paid in chocolate - what a wonderful memory!

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  34. AnonymousMarch 5, 2008 at 8:23 AM

    Hi Becky,

    Will miss you this week. Hope you and Dugs (sp?) have fun. I am looking into getting a second schnauzer. Jackson needs a pet. Talk to you soon.

    Hugs,
    LeAnn :)

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  35. bjMarch 5, 2008 at 10:42 AM

    I love it when people have sweet memories of their grandparents...I didn't know my g-mothers so I missed those times. I try so hard to be a good Memaw to our 10 and I pray every night that they will have fond, sweet memories of me!
    Thank you for sharing!
    I, too, am going to take a break soon for cleaning and such around my cottage....
    See ya when you get back!
    bj

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  36. The Old Painted CottageMarch 5, 2008 at 10:59 AM

    Dear Queen, you are one of my chosen recipients for the "You Make My Day" award! Please visit my blog today to claim your award.

    oxox
    Jennifer, aka Dutchie

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  37. LalleeMarch 5, 2008 at 12:25 PM

    Haha I know that Doogs stance. I see it several times a day. Poor dears. Their mommies are so busy and they don't understand. Enjoy your week off from blogging, or does it work that way since you'll BE working? Anyway, stop and use that beautiful cup to help you get by.

    Hugs,
    Lallee

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  38. BugnLVoeMarch 6, 2008 at 1:10 AM

    What a great story and a beautiful tea cup. :-)

    xoxo

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  39. KaliMarch 6, 2008 at 1:52 AM

    What a lovely memory! Thanks for sharing, and enjoy your time away from blogging :) Kali

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  40. DeniseMarch 6, 2008 at 7:53 PM

    enjoy your time off........

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  41. LenkaMarch 7, 2008 at 7:02 AM

    Just stop to say Hi!
    I found you blog and full in-love instantly! You certainly have a talent to for creating and displaying beautiful things. PS. Lovely story too!

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  42. Maria Catalina WileyMarch 7, 2008 at 2:20 PM

    Hi Becky,
    I've tagged you for an Award aswell, as I love visiting your blog often :) I think you may already have this one - oh well!

    It's sitting on my blog post of 20th February.

    love
    Maria

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  43. ShelbyMarch 7, 2008 at 4:42 PM

    Hello and happy weekend!!

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  44. DenaMarch 7, 2008 at 6:27 PM

    Hi Becky,

    Just popping in to check on you. Hope you had a great week :) Doogs, where's mommy? Hey...do I hear that sewing machine?

    Hugs,
    Dena

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  45. MussipitzMarch 8, 2008 at 9:13 AM

    Oh, I just found your blog...

    your doll Matilda is so sweet...

    I'll be back for more...

    Greetings

    Andrea

    P.S. I love the story of your nanny...

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  46. LaurieAnna's Vintage HomeMarch 8, 2008 at 7:18 PM

    Hi Becky,

    So glad I found your blog....love the story about your Nanny! That's what I called my grandmother too!

    Cute pic of your lil pooch too!

    Love your page!

    LaurieAnna

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