Thursday, April 22, 2010

Vintage Score and Scrapbook Layout



Do you ever have one of those Paul on the road to Damascus moments? You know - a life moment that changes everything? I did while I was on Hawthorne in an antique shop and spotted this typewriter. It was one of those things that I was completely magnetized towards - something I really had to have. After looking at it and walking away, checking out the rest of the store, a couple swooped in and started tinkering with it, considering the purchase. After about 15 minutes, the couple decided against it and it became mine. I mean, who doesn't need an orange 1970s German typewriter in immaculate condition? A day or so later, I hopped online to see how much ribbons would be and found out that the $30 vintage find was selling for an average of $500! But I've decided I love it too much to put it up for sale. Yet. (General disclaimer: this wasn't really a Paul on the road to Damascus moment - it was much more carnal and covetous than Paul's experience, but I really do love that little orange thing =)).
And here's my scrapbook page for April - I don't absolutely love it and stamping it not my forte, but it was great to get a family outing in the scrapbook. I really want to cherish and remember every moment we have right now with the kids - which is why I will be doing Ali Edward's "Week In the Life" challenge at some point. You basically document everything, small and large, that happens in one week. I know that in the future I would love to read about what we ate, where we went, what books we ready, etc.,.

2 comments:

Sherri B. said...

You know how the best gift is one you really love? Remember, Mothers day (and a B.day) is coming up.

Love,
Your Mom

P.S. Kidding...Good job, great find.

Sarah said...

Your scrapbooking is divine. I'm so envious. I really need to get going on my Japan album!

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