I have this propensity for cups. Not just random cups, but mugs. Over the years many have broken. Between the boys and accidents. They get replaced by ones that I find, or are gifted.
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| This mug was given to me by Caecilius godmother last summer. It reminds me of our patron of our homeschool, "St. Therese's Little Flowers." Also, she is my middle namesake. I am greatful for her, "little way," and the roses she sends our way. |
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| This mug was gifted to me by Franz and the boys. The boys call it the magic mug. When you pour hot liquid into, it blossoms into color. The cat is Siena. She was the matriarch of "Kleinshire." Being one of two kittens we started with on our little farm. Siena made the move with us from NC. to WI., along with her daughter and granddaughter. In Wisconsin, Siena was a fierce ruler, making her daughter cower under her authority. Well, nature has a way. Siena met the hay baler, and she lost. After that, Catherine"Cat," became a loving family pet. Notice the correlation Catherine of Siena. Our parish back in NC was St. Catherine of Siena in Wake Forest. |
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| This lovely mug was won by throwing a cast iron skillet at Franz. Yes, that is right. Our little country parish has a pan throwing contest, during their community picnic. Whichever lady throws the very heavy large cast iron pan the farthest at her husband, wins. Not sure the origin of this contest, but it makes for gasps of entertainment. I love the rose depicted and the blue on the background of this. It holds more than the average mug too. |
Bonds.
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I found this gem at the local thrift store. My first thought was of me and my sister Rachel. We both have wild curly hair, and seem to more often than not be walking frazzled through our day. The sentiment is something I I hope me and my sisters, blood and related by marriage, always hold onto.
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| This mug has a twin. It comes from a thrift store in Texas. These two mugs may not have any specific meaning. But, for me, it reminds of many "Texas memories." We have been so blessed by our years in Texas and North Carolina. I like to remember the good. Also, surprisingly both mugs are still intact. That in and of it self is a note worthy existence. |
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| Ever since I was a little girl, I have loved horses. Though I have not done as much with them as I would like, they are my girlhood dream animal. This was another thrift mug. the boys broke the handle off. So, now the mug has been relegated to holding a plant of oregano, in my kitchen sink window. Little reminder of my past dreams. |
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| Okay, so this has me stumped. I may have owned this mug since before Franz and I were married. Blue is a favorite color of mine. The style is simple, but sturdy. Sometimes we need a simple, solid, old standby. |
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My sister-in-law gifted me this for my birthday. Oh so pretty! I am a tea drinker and making a hot cup of comfort in this mug is delightful.
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SSo, here is a sampling of the mugs in my life. Many have been, and I am sure more will come. Each piece has a story and memory to tell. I hope you have some story telling mugs in your life too. God bless!
