Vintage Thingie Thursday: On My Desk

This is my photograph for Vintage Thingie Thursday hosted by Coloradolady. I thought I would share a few antique items that are on my vintage oak desk. The pocket watch is broken but I still love it. I also love old cameras. I use the Brownie camera to take TTVF (through the viewfinder) photos with my digital camera. The set of leatherbound books are signed 1815 by an ancestor and were passed down through the family. The little envelope is filled with miniture photographs from "Cave of the Winds". Hope everyone has a wonderful Thursday!

See Spot Run

Those of us of a certain age certainly remember learning how to read with books featuring Dick, Jane and Spot. After I learned how to read I became an avid reader. I remember being so into a book that I would sneak a flashlight into bed with me so that I could read under the covers after I was supposed to be fast asleep.

I still love reading. My all time favorite writer is John Steinbeck. He had such a beautiful mastery of story telling that his words 'paint a picture' for me. As I read, I really can see and experience the places and people he is describing. I also love history books, biographies and historical fiction. I still enjoy reading and especially looking at the charming illustrations of the books I grew up with as a little girl. I have quite a collection of vintage children's books. They bring a smile to my face and pleasant memories as I view them. Please check out the vintage books I have listed in my reprise shop at etsy. Run Reader, Run!