By Jennifer Richardson
I am not really sure when my obsession with vintage started. I really believe I was born with it. I thought it developed between my 30’s and 50’s but I now realize it was part of me since I was a young girl.
In the area where I grew up, there were a few houses that drew my attention. Every time I would pass by, I would look and dream of living there. Those houses seemed to make my heart beat faster. I also loved our town library. The structure called to me and the inside stairs and décor fascinated me. What do those buildings have in common? They are mid-century modern. I have ALWAYS been drawn to mid-century modern structures.
Flamingos, cacti, starburst, enamel pins, chrome, sunken living rooms, tinsel Christmas trees, T.V. lamps, and cool ceramic planters are my passion.
Maybe I was born just a little too late?
I enjoy vintage. And I love very old books–school books and cookbooks full of homemaker tips. I think it is my roots wrapping around things past. A couple years ago I wrote a slice titled “Vintage.” You might like it. http://alicenine.net/vintage/
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I checked it out! Thanks!
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Nah! You were born at the right time! You may not have liked these things if they were “in” at the time-you’ve come to appreciate their unique place in life and history. You don’t seem the type to walk in step!
It’s those recipes you ‘collect’ that are questionable!!LOL
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