Friday, March 26, 2010

Something of Sentimental Value - Day 5

This mug is very special to me.

It belonged to my Dad.  I never saw him drink out of it.  It was stored in our bathroom vanity when I was a child.  Inside the mug was hard soap and a shaving brush.  For those who know me, you know that I am very familiar with head injury, and it's affects on family and the individual with the brain injury.  My Dad had a very serious head injury when I was 6. I love my Dad very much, and hold to those precious memories pre-car accident...like this mug.  

It is my favorite mug by far. 

If you come to my house for tea or a cup of coffee, particularly at a time when you and I are the only adults, I will always offer you your choice of mug or tea cup.  It is a part of the beautiful ritual of drinking something hot together. Choosing which mug you find most identity with or beauty or whatever! 


I hope my post is not too emotionally loaded, but it is a little something that is special that I wanted to share with you today! 


Blessings on this Friday before some very special celebrations next week.


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6 comments:

  1. Ren- Lady Of The ArtsFriday, March 26, 2010 9:05:00 AM

    I think your post is perfect and I love your dad's cup and I love that you would let your friends choose. So nice.

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  2. CoraleeFriday, March 26, 2010 3:37:00 PM

    congratulations on accomplishing your 5 challenge! I've really enjoyed your posts this week as always!

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  3. Tami JoMonday, March 29, 2010 12:40:00 PM

    I love that ritual, It makes me swell to look for my mug at your house. hearts to you my friend. you did it!

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  4. Evelyn in CanadaFriday, April 09, 2010 3:28:00 PM

    You can be as emotional as you like here. It's your blog after all.

    Although my own mugs all match in a boring fashion, I do think that mismatched mugs gathered over the years show personality. Your mug reminds me of the heavy, smooth mugs in old diners that are nice to drink out of.

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  5. Abe BelhassenWednesday, May 19, 2010 9:09:00 PM

    I have an assortment of mugs as well, and I agree with you on mug selection... it's special.

    Seeing as that was a shaving mug, I have a related memento from my father, who passed away many years ago: his razor, which I've regularly used. It's special to me. :)

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  6. Jim FunkWednesday, May 26, 2010 10:56:00 PM

    Thanks for sharing your favorite mug with us. I only got to know you and your mom & dad in the 90s and on, so I only know your dad as he is now. I have heard from some of how smart and bright your dad is. I wish I could have known him pre-accident. Your mom certainly has her reward waiting for her in heaven for doing such a fine job of taking care of all of you over the years. Thanks again for sharing this special place in your heart. It's very precious.

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