Every year about this time, I have a little problem-I add another ring around the old tree. Also, every year at this time in this post I tend to get a little more personal and reveal a little more about myself other than the things I see out in the world.
Over the last several weeks, I have been getting my bookcases together at home, I have basically four in the living room/office and a small one my bedroom. I finally got them organized (at least for me, after forever of being my usual super cluttered) and wanted to show them off and some of the dodads that keeps me going because they represent somethings that are good life:
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| These are the ones in the office. It contains a bunch of stuff other than books |
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| The two in the living room |
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| The little one in my room |
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| You always need Marvin the Martian |
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| I always say I am going to do a project with these buttons |
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| Balls thrown up in the crowd by different players during pregames |
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| My daughter got me this hacky sack because she said looks like me |
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| The coin was given to me by a former student whose dad was with the FBI for Super Bowl 50. Only FBI security received the coin |
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| The manager of the hotel gave this to me when I stayed there four years ago because I would play with it on the lobby desk every time I would go in and out. |
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| The oldest published (by date) I own. Written in 1952. |
And my one real keepsake from Desert Storm:
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| A Bible that was handed out to us. Somehow, I have kept it for 26 years |
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| With A's pitching coach Curt Young |
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| With 1972 World Series MVP Gene Tenace |
Those bookcases look pretty full. A lot of interesting stuff and memories.
ReplyDeleteI would imagine there are some very interesting books there and lots of precious memories!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fascinating collection of items and such fun ~ thanks,
ReplyDeleteWishing you a peaceful week ~ ^_^
I love collecting things but not taking care of them, dusting, cleaning, etc.
ReplyDeleteLots of great memories and keepsakes on those shelves. I really need to do a good organization of my shelves as well! Found you on Together on Tuesdays Linkup.
ReplyDeleteYou have a load of books I am useless at sorting things out heheh!
ReplyDeleteHave noveltastic week :-)
Fun memories and keepsakes. Thanks for sharing with us at Together on Tuesdays.
ReplyDeleteYou have so many books! I would have fun browsing through those. :) And your snow globe is lovely. :)
ReplyDeleteI love books, too. There are never enough bookshelves! Thanks for sharing your post at Together on Tuesdays :)
ReplyDeleteWOW! THose are some full shelves. Great memories!
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Thank you so much for sharing your favorite possessions. Wow, this is get to know Patrick post. Great... I have a room like this too, but you see I love nic nacs and antiques, and I have a husband that let's me do what makes me happy. A long time ago I had a cupie doll that had a porcelain face etc my dad bought me when I was five at the Barnum & Bailey circus, but then I had a husband that was a..... hmmm I cannot think of a word at the moment that I can use because I am a lady. He broke it right in front of me and set it on fire. What a cruel, mean individual he was that still gives me nightmares. How I wish I had that doll still it breaks my heart. Oh well nevermind your Post here has put a smile on my face and in my heart. You're a good friend to share these important moments in your life. Woo Hoo and those balls you caught WOW!!! Woo Hoo!!! Have a great day hugs
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great book shelf Patrick. I really need to find more free time to start reading again :) Thanks for stopping by The Wednesday Blog Hop.
ReplyDeleteGreat collection of things and they look great organized!
ReplyDeleteI love books and pretty much have an obsession. I'm trying not to keep all of the books I buy though, because rarely do I ever read them again. It's a struggle, a real struggle. :)
ReplyDeletePatrick, you have quite a collection. I knew you loved baseball but I'm not sure that I knew, maybe I did and forgot, that you were in the armed services. I want to say a special thank you for serving this country, my friend - you truly rock! Also, I want to thank you for visiting and joining my WW linky. Have an awesome day and God bless!
ReplyDeleteLove the knickknacks!
ReplyDeleteWow they've really grown since that picture! Neat knickknacks & congrats on getting it organized!
ReplyDeleteI love that hacksack, such a representation of how kicks see the world really.
ReplyDeleteIt's always neat to get a glimpse of someone's personality. I've never met you but from the looks of things I'd say you are a "fun" person.
ReplyDeleteThere are tons of memories packed into those bookcases and I hope you have lots more to add to them. Thank you for sharing with us this week at Celebrate Your Story, have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteI feel your pain - so many books, not enough space! Thanks for sharing at Impulsive Artistry's Monday Feeling Inspired Linkup!
ReplyDeleteOne day when my husband and I were watching "Fixer Upper," and we were admiring how amazing everything looked, I told him, the problem is they don't have any attachment so they can just put what looks perfect. I'm like you. I have lots of little things that mean something special. Those are the things that bring me joy!
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