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Sunday, 7 July 2013

STORY TELLING SUNDAY- PICK YOUR PRECIOUS

It's the first Sunday in July (JULY?!...how can it be?)....making it time to join a merry band of Bloggers over at  FROM HIGH IN THE SKY. You can find us there on the first Sunday of every month, gathered together by the lovely SIAN and telling stories...the stories that make up our lives: long, short, happy or sad- you'll find them all and you are very welcome to leave a story of your own...the more the merrier!

 This year, Sian has suggested that we 'pick our precious'. .....celebrating the little things we love: those souvenirs, bits and pieces, things from your past you can't bear to throw out. 
Every time I open my jewellery box, I see this little brooch......




I have to confess to not having worn it for many years, but it makes me smile each time I set my eyes on it.

It was given to me by the mum of one of the little boys in the class in which I was a Classroom Assistant (in the days before you had to have a qualification to do so). 

At that point, that's what Marilyn was- Christopher's mum, and also the Depute Head in the school....but as time went on, Marilyn and |I became very close, and by the time we moved to Whitley Bay in 1997, she and her family often came to visit.

In 1999, Marilyn was diagnosed with breast cancer and had a mastectomy...sadly though, the cancer spread and she died in November 2000, leaving behind her two lovely boys and a devastated husband......she was only 45. 





In all, I actually only knew Marilyn for 5 years but she really touched my life....I am always reminded of her when I see this quote:


Some people come into our lives and quickly go.

 Some stay for a while, leave footprints on our hearts, 

and we are never, ever the same


I have thrown out (or recycled) many pieces of unworn jewellery over the years, but this little brooch is with me for life...not only does it make me think of Marilyn, but it stands as a reminder of all the friends I have been blessed to have in my life ...thank you for being one of them!

Why not pop over HERE and enjoy some more stories....or add one of your own!

Thanks for dropping by!
Take care of you
Alison xx



Posted by Alison at 12:28
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31 comments:

  1. Jen7 July 2013 at 13:18

    Oh Alison - that is such a poignant, touching story - and the little bear brooch is charming. Thank YOU my dear - for being such a good friend to me, Jen xx

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  2. Fiona@Staring at the Sea7 July 2013 at 14:09

    What a sweet little bear and such a touching story. Having lost two friends (of my own age)over the last two years it resonates deeply with me today.

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  3. Missus Wookie7 July 2013 at 14:18

    Oh what a lovely reminder to be thankful for our friends. I'm glad you have those memories, photos and the bear!

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  4. Ladkyis7 July 2013 at 14:24

    Thank you for sharing

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  5. Karen7 July 2013 at 14:25

    I've spent the week at the bedside of a dear friend in the ICU this week. We're hoping he'll recover, but your story hit home in a special way. Thanks for sharing!

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  6. scrappyjacky7 July 2013 at 14:44

    What a very poignant story,Alison....and that bear is certainly precious.

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  7. debs147 July 2013 at 16:12

    What a lovely keepsake that is. I can understand how very precious it is to you.

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  8. dogmatix7 July 2013 at 16:33

    Thats a lovely story and what a lovely reminder to have

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  9. Sian7 July 2013 at 17:08

    What a very moving story this is..I like the thought that we have all been able to think about her today thanks to you and that her memory lives on now right here where we can all admire the lovely little gift. So precious indeed. Thanks Alison..it's stories like these which make me feel privileged to be part of the blogging community

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  10. Anonymous7 July 2013 at 17:15

    How very precious that broach must be to you. So sad when good people die so young.

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  11. Sheena7 July 2013 at 21:15

    What a lovely reminder of your friendship xxx

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  12. Sabrina DS7 July 2013 at 23:06

    Thanks for sharing this touching story. This piece of jewellery is very precious. I loved your quote; there's so much truth in it. xoxo from France

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  13. Jane7 July 2013 at 23:16

    a lovely story and that brooch is gorgeous

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  14. furrypig7 July 2013 at 23:35

    that is a lovely story Alison and a great memory xxx

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  15. jeanie g7 July 2013 at 23:49

    Beautiful story of your Ted brooch. I'm so happy you have such lovely memories to keep.

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  16. Maria Ontiveros8 July 2013 at 01:28

    A very touching story - thank you for sharing.
    Rinda

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  17. Anonymous8 July 2013 at 04:01

    What a lovely story Alison. I'm so glad you had a friend like that.

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  18. Beverly8 July 2013 at 05:54

    I love having those otherwise unremarkable trinkets that are treasure chests and memories of ones that have touched our lives. Thank you for sharing this one with us.

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  19. Mel8 July 2013 at 09:44

    Such a cute brooch and I love the story and quote that goes with it.

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  20. Miriam8 July 2013 at 15:52

    Oh Alison, this is really beautiful. Thank you for sharing such a poignant memory.

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  21. Becky8 July 2013 at 16:06

    A lovely little brooch and a touching story.

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  22. Lou8 July 2013 at 22:05

    a very precious story and brooch Alison x

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  23. Jo9 July 2013 at 19:14

    A lovely but sad story and it's so nice you have that little bear as a reminder x

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  24. Cheri10 July 2013 at 00:39

    What a sad and touching story. I can see why the bear survives the purges!

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  25. Anonymous10 July 2013 at 01:01

    A wonderful story--and how wonderful that you've kept the bear as a reminder of such a special relationship.

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  26. Deb @ PaperTurtle10 July 2013 at 01:36

    What a sweet story this is, Alison! And a great photo of the two of you. I had to look closely before I realized that was you with short hair (super cute!). That little bear brooch is such a sweet little reminder of your dear friend. xo

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  27. Jimjams10 July 2013 at 13:33

    What a lovely heart-warming tale Alison - very precious friendship and brooch indeed.

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  28. alexa15 July 2013 at 11:28

    That is a very touching and moving post, Alison, and I especially like how your little brooch has widened in significance to embrace lots of other friendships too ...

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  29. Nathalie18 July 2013 at 00:23

    This was a very touching post... amazing how a simple object can carry so much feeling. Thank you for sharing the story of your beautiful friendship :)

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  30. Ella Swan23 July 2013 at 13:12

    Aaaaw that story gave me goosebumps!! So sad!!! What a lovely reminder you have though :)

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  31. Lisa-Jane23 July 2013 at 23:06

    That's such a touching memento of your friendship. An old friend of mine came from Whitley Bay in the 70s.

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