“Don’t care what people say
Just follow your own way
Don’t give up and use the chance
To return to innocence.
That’s not the beginning of the end
That’s the return to yourself
The return to innocence.”
― Enigma
Canon 7D, 50mm f/1.4 USM. 1.6 Sec at f/11, ISO 200. Custom white balance, clarity -14, vibrance +10
These two dolls came from my adopted Aunt who lived until she was 105 years old. A truly elegant lady that survived the Great Depression and lived through the era of industrialization. To think of the rapid change that has occurred the past 100 years. A time that began when only men were allowed to vote, to an era of social equality.
A time of the pony express that transferred information from one side of the country to the other that sometimes took weeks. The advent of instant information takes away the innocence from not only our children, but also ourselves.
And thus the return and frequent stays in nature, a return to the age of innocence.
Categories: 2013 Project 365, history
Emily Carter Mitchell ~ Nature as Art 
what history this lady lived through.. do you have these dolls now? they are in wonderful condition.. true treasures.
She really did, didn’t she? These dolls are in our master suite now. I wanted them in another area of the house that I would see more, but my black cat liked to sleep in their laps. So they are in a hallway area where he doesn’t like to hang out it. My Aunt kept these meticulously in an old suitcase with all the details about them. The linen and lace on the doll on the left is incredible. Thanks for commenting!
So there’s longevity in your family. That’s a lot of history. And the dolls are so well preserved. I hope it will live for another 105 more years.
Well..not quite as she was an adopted Aunt. Actually, she was our Aunt’s girlfriend. I hope they last for the next generation as well. Thanks!
I’m glad you have them out of the suitcase so they can be admired. So lovely with so much history!
Thank you so much Tricia!
How wonderful that you have these beautiful old dolls, Emily. Your adopted aunt lived to a great age. I’m wondering if my MiL will also live to 105. She turns 100 in August, and is as fit as a fiddle. 🙂
Aren’t those ladies amazing? You do wonder how they live so long. But they always lived frugally and eat well, but not a lot. True Grand Dames.
Great post! It’s a shame that most Americans have no respect for the wisdom of the elder generation, or what they left behind.
It is so true Jerry, such a cultural disconnect as other cultures revere their elders.
A beautiful shot of two very old dollies. They are lovely and how wonderful that your aunt was elegant through all those times.
Elegance is not one of my strengths but I so admire it in others.
Well.. what can I say Corinne. I’m a barn rat. Certainly doesn’t lean someone to being elegant. 🙂
Wonderful post… 🙂
Thanks Drake!
A wonderful connection . . . these beautiful dolls are a great reminder of an period of innocence that won’t return. So many thoughts and so many feelings, good or bad – all depends.
Thank you so much Mary for your introspective comment. It is true, good and bad thoughts of where we have been the past 100 years, and what the future may hold. 🙂
I love my doll collection some close to 100 yrs. old and from Gremany
I bet your collection is absolutely amazing. You should share it with us one day.
I never thought of it till I saw your two beauties 🙂 Maybe when I come back from retreat that will be a good one 🙂
So much history your aunt has seen! The dolls are of the finest quality and a real treat to see.
Beautiful shot Emily! The bottom of the shoe and the details of the dainty fingers, teeth, eyes, etc., are imaged so well within your photography. Gorgeous! I feel they are sitting in front of me 🙂
Hi Judy ! You would love to feel the delicate nature of the doll’s dress on the left. Such finery and incredible handiwork of lace. Such a lost art. Now I know who to will these to – you appreciate them even better than I. 🙂
You are so kind! 🙂
I collect dolls. Those are fantastic. And you’re right. We all need to hold on to some piece if innocence
Thank you so much for stopping by and commenting. I hope to see you back soon. Bella