A Family History in Blues

I was searching for a blue piece to share

with Sally today.

I found a piece of history.....

My husband's Grandmother Charlotte was 

a Southern Belle by birth but a 

very loyal York Pennsylvanian by heart.

She was an interesting mix of both.

Such a lady.

The man she married had a house built for 

her in the city of York, Pa in a time 

when the city was much smaller and 

more rural in feel.

It made a lovely mosaic for Mary too!!! 

As I came to know the family it was

obvious to me that Grandma Charlotte was proud

to hold pieces of history in her care.

This painting hung in her living room.

The artist is F. Marion Dyer.

It portrays a much simpler time

but one of community and action at the 

City Square.

We are honored to hold both the plate 

and the painting in our care.

It is a heritage of which we are pleased.

Warren's Grandfather was a businessman

in the city of York.

He served in the Navy during WWII.

Grandma Charlotte worked in one of the

largest department stores for some time.

They were members of the Moravian Church

which holds a long history all its own.

It was a joy to attend Candlelight Christmas Eve

Services over the years.

This church held so much history and impressive

architecture...not to mention the traditional music

and readings of the service itself.

My husband enjoys...

a rich heritage indeed.

Linking with Smiling Sally at

Blue Monday

and 

Mary's Mosaic Monday.

Thank you, ladies for your dedication

to these Blog Parties.

It is such a nice way to meet new friends

and visit old ones.