1958 was a big year in our family as it was the year we moved into a new house. Who knew it would be my parents’ home until 2013? I’m sure Mom & Dad loved getting settled in their new home and making friends with the neighbors, many of whom are still friends of ours today. The next few pages of the photo album, though, show that it wasn’t all about the new house that year.
My sister started 1st grade at Schallenberger Elementary.
Cary – 1st grader
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And here we were posing in front of the new house. And in our fancy dresses and patent leather shoes, no less!
Big Sister and Me
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I’ll remember that front door and entry way for the rest of my life. The best part was when you entered the front door the entry way had cool (at least for the 1950’s) rock on the floor which enabled us to use our imagination. Imagine playing hopscotch inside for hours! Use your imagination and see if you can see the hopscotch squares in the rock.
Do you see it?
With your left foot – 1, 2, 3….then 4 and 5 with both feet. You really have to use your imagination after that. |
And then a couple of random shots with Dad’s comments.
Wheeee….(that’s me)
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Cary on the trigger again
Me, Mom, Dad - 1958 |
Not sure where this might be. Anyone know?
Sober Sides
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It doesn’t look like big sister was quite so sober.
Thinkers
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Oh no! Now my sister has started wearing ‘pearls’! What 6 year old wears ‘pearls’ to the zoo or park?
Animal Lovers
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And the last one is a group shot – something we didn’t see too often as my dad was always the one taking the photos.
What a crew
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Pearls? I bet Big Sis was wearing Pop Beads. Do you remember those? I had white ones and dark pink ones. It's a wonder we didn't choke to death pulling them apart with our teeth. I'm sure they'd never be approved today.
ReplyDeleteI see the hopscotch - how cool. No need for chalk.
And I just love the 1950s style dresses and shoes for little girls.
I know they weren't pearls but it's funny that she was trying to be like the adults! I don't remember pop beads specifically but I remember lots of costume jewelry beads - I probably still have some. Yes, I have a bit of the packrat gene.
DeleteI always love your photos and comments. They remind me of the years of my childhood.
ReplyDeleteDeb, your photographs are delightful. I remember wearing dresses that looked much the same. I had three brothers so I was the only one my Mom had to put in pretty dresses & she did!
ReplyDeleteHi Debi. You posted that you wanted to connect. My email is triesch77@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you!
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