Author Archives: Suzassippi

The Souvenir Mystery

Posted on July 25, 2021 by Suzassippi

While clearing out a chest on the screened porch, I ran across this small plaque. It belongs to Randy, and I have seen it frequently over the years. I had never paid it much attention and actually thought it was … Continue reading →

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When a plan does not work, back up, and start backing up again

Posted on July 23, 2021 by Suzassippi

All three piers are now complete: filled with concrete and mortared into place, sitting on that 16 inch deep ground fill of concrete and rebar. After a day of rest today, tomorrow is sunny and dry, so I will head … Continue reading →

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Rain rain, go away, little Suzi wants to finish building a house

Posted on July 22, 2021 by Suzassippi

When I sent Rand a message that we were interrupted by a downpour, his reply was: “Mississippi is a harsh mistress!” (Note: who said it is the mistress who is harsh–besides Rando, I mean? Maybe Mississippi is a harsh master, … Continue reading →

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Every thing that lasts needs a good foundation: We have not lift off, but sink down…

Posted on July 21, 2021 by Suzassippi

to that concrete and steel foundation! It was music to my ears to hear the sound of the concrete truck backing up the driveway this morning! I was ecstatic last night when Rand called and said the contractor would be … Continue reading →

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Made in Occupied Japan: 1947-1952

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Suzassippi

The first year Randy and I were married, his mother gave me this platter for Christmas. She knew I collected and enjoyed vintage dishes. Every year at Thanksgiving and Christmas, this platter held our turkey. I have used it a … Continue reading →

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Serta Smart Layers: The Executive Air Chair

Posted on July 17, 2021 by Suzassippi

Okay, this is totally not a sponsored post–I do not even know how people get to do those and get freebies or money. I just know I am so happy to be sitting in this chair right now, and I … Continue reading →

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Poppies on Porcelain: Ivory Porcelain by Sebring

Posted on July 12, 2021 by Suzassippi

In addition to this small plate, the pattern that Replacements, Ltd. called “green and red floral pattern” is found on a square plate shape with fluted edges and a green border. The flowers appear to be poppies to me. Sebring … Continue reading →

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Got Milkglass? Or Platonite?

Posted on July 10, 2021 by Suzassippi

In the “life-long learning” category, I recently learned about Platonite…a patented glass making process from Hazel Atlas Glass. Hazel Atlas was the first glass company in the United States to produce colored transparent dinnerware for “the common housewife” and everyday … Continue reading →

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Sherbet anyone?

Posted on July 7, 2021 by Suzassippi

In preparing for the kitchen re-do, I have been cleaning out the china cabinet. These ice cream/sherbet dishes, manufactured by the Libbey Glass Company, had been a staple in the soda fountain business of yesteryear. Obviously, Grandma wished she had … Continue reading →

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Ya’ got any chickens?

Posted on June 29, 2021 by Suzassippi

Well, apparently if you were the average woman, or even a sophisticated society lady, in the 1950s, you would have been part of the “nation craze for hen and rooster figurines.” Following along with a nation craze for hen and … Continue reading →

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