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Thursday, February 17, 2011

PRINCE CHARMING


Today was a great day!  My best friend and I went out to eat lunch and then headed out to a couple of shops to see what we could find!

I have always loved Occupied Japan figurines, a love I acquired from my Granny.  Granny had so many sweet pieces around her home and as a child I loved looking at each beautiful piece, admiring all the fancy ladies in their beautiful dresses.  I would pretend, hope and dream of the day when I would meet my Prince Charming.






I was so happy to find this pair of figurines, a mirror image of each other.







I so enjoy these sweet figurines and all the wonderful memories they bring of my Granny! 
I am also so thankful that all my hopes and dreams came true...my prince charming is amazing!

Love your sweet comments...

Blessings,

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34 comments:

  1. Ricki TreleavenFebruary 17, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    I have one of those, too. My prince charming is a rock star :D LOVE him!

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  2. Vintage GalFebruary 17, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    love the figurines and that is so sweet that it reminds you of your granny~ my prince charming is my dream come true as well ;-)

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  3. CindyFebruary 17, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    Hi Cindy,
    Those figurines are really lovely! How fun to find two just alike only mirror images!
    I'm very grateful for my Prince Charming, too!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  4. The Charm of HomeFebruary 17, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    Very pretty and romantic. It is wonderful you got them from your Grandmother. So wonderful to remember her by.
    Sherry

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  5. The Charm of HomeFebruary 17, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    Oh and thanks for linking up.
    Sherry

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  6. DonnieFebruary 17, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    They are really lovely.

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  7. TrishFebruary 17, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Very sweet!
    I love nostagic ornaments too :-)
    bless you..Trish

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  8. PamelaFebruary 17, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Love these figurines!!! It is wonderful how they bring back wonderful childhood memories...that's the best part!!
    Pamela xo

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  9. lvroftiquesFebruary 17, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Oh they are really sweet!! Vanna

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  10. Donna@Conghaile CottageFebruary 17, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    What a beautiful set to bring such wonderful memories for you... I LOVE THEM!!!
    Hugs, Donna

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  11. xinexFebruary 18, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    Beautiful exquisite pieces, Cindy...Christine

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  12. MaggieFebruary 18, 2011 at 2:42 AM

    Hi,
    visiting you for the first time today and so enjoyed seeing your figurines.
    Finding a matching pair must be serendipity.

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  13. Tammy @BeatriceBanksFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    How unique that they are mirror images! Lovely!

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  14. Nellie's Cozy PlaceFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Morning Cindy,
    Isn't it so neat the memories of things like that we have from childhood, that bring such warmth to our hearts.
    Love hearing ladies lift up and brag about their hubbies, that seems to be a lost art in this day and age we live in.........so love hearing it.
    I love my prince charming too, he is a great guy too!
    Hope you have a wonderful weekend hon,
    Blessings Abundant, Nellie

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  15. saltbox
    treasures    February 18, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Hi Cindy, Had to come over and catch up on your blog. These are a pretty pair.
    Hope you have a great weekend!
    ~ Julie

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  16. Debra@CommonGroundFebruary 18, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    Hi Cindy, My grandma had these too, and her pieces got my addiction started. So glad you shared them, thanks for linking up with VIF!
    big hugs,
    Debra

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  17. LynnFebruary 18, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    To me, the best part of finding "treasures" are the memories attached. Very nice find. Very special memories. Thank you for following me.

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  18. Kay KFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Looks like you have some wonderful finds !!!
    Thanks for sharing

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  19. Chari at Happy To DesignFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Hi Cindy...

    Ohhh...your frenchy figurines really are beautiful! I just love things like this! So happy for you...and finding a pair...even better!!! Thanks for sharing your pretties with us today!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari @Happy To Design

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  20. Jil~Say It With RosesFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday!
    You are a lucky girl to find the pain and in such wonderful condition. I love their sweet faces!
    Jil

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  21. LVFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    You are lucky if you can find things made in Occupied Japan now. If you do, the are expensive. I have a few pieces, but none like yours.

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  22. Country Wings in PhoenixFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday Cindy Sweetie...
    What a beautiful share today. These figurines are just exquisite. They are so detailed, right down to their lips. I love the pink neck to the gentleman, so unique and beautiful. They appear to be having such a wonderful time.

    I am Country Wings in Phoenix, your newest follower. I can't wait to see what you share next. Please stop over and say hello. I am having a giveaway, and would love to have you sign up as well.

    Have a glorious weekend. Country hugs, Sherry

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  23. BettyFebruary 18, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    They are so pretty and doubly sweet that you can look at them and remember your Granny! Happy Pink Saturday

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  24. UnknownFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    What a fabulous find ... mirror image figurines. They are gorgeous, Cindy.

    Happy PS weekend ~
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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  25. CharFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    Those are just beautiful and look so lovely. Happy Pink Saturday, Char

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  26. Maison MuttFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    Love your memories. So much nicer to have a Prince Charming, than a frog! Your newest follower, Niki

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  27. SarahFebruary 18, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    Great finds, especially since you found a matched pair.
    I'm living with my Prince Charming. ;-)
    Happy Pink Saturday! ~ Sarah

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  28. Self SagacityFebruary 19, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    My mom is a fool for figurines! She would love to see this post of yours.

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  29. Courtney ~ French Country CottageFebruary 19, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    How darling are those! So pretty and sweet and with special memories too! Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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  30. At The Picket FenceFebruary 19, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    They are so beautiful and what sweet memories they give you of your grandmother! Thank you for linking up to Inspiration Friday At The Picket Fence!

    Heather @At The Picket Fence

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  31. Abramyan AvenueFebruary 19, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    I love these figurines! They remind me of an elderly man that my mother cared for in his last days. His home had been in family for nearly a hundred years and the antiques inside were mind boggeling. I can remember laying on the floor and looking up at the carved wood tables with little chandeliers and figurines sitting ontop. I would imagine the dances the figurines danced and the music played....Thanks for bringing back such fun memories!
    -April

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  32. Dayle ~ A Collection of DaysFebruary 19, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    They are beautiful. I believe my mother-in-law had some very similar figurines.

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  33. Janettessage.blogspot.comFebruary 20, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Great simple pleasure and they are beautiful..besides they remind you of a precious love one.

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  34. MariaelenaFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    Hi Cindy,
    Thanks so much for checking out my blog and leaving a comment...I'm so greatful and hope to establish a following in the upcoming months. Lots of ideas and projects to share and I continue to get inspiration and support from women like you and your beautiful blog.
    - Mariaelena :)

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