Thursday, February 10, 2011

Happy HomeMaker February Tag.

Boy was this a tough one!   Maybe it was because I waited until the last minute.  As you know my tag theme is about the Year in the Life of the Swansons.  And here are Margie and Neal at a Valentine Dance.

**Editors Note**  The Editor's Assistant (Darling Daughter) failed to photograph the displayed pieces in the "cheesy" little cardboard box aka professional photographers photo-shoot box.  She has been repremanded and put on notice failure to comply next month will result in cleaning the bathroom!

The Story..............

Neal and Margie Swanson were invited to a Valentine Dance hosted by the Maki's, Roy and Barb in the next town over.  It had been quite some time since Margie and Neal had been out and danced let alone invited to someone's home to "cut a rug".  Earlier in the day Margie could feel herself getting excited as she anticipated the nights activites.  Margie had picked up a new dress at Donaldson's shortly after the Christmas season when everything was marked down never knowing at the time she would have the perfect place to showcase it.  She set her hair in curlers the night before and woke up the following morning with a slight headache due to all the poking and prodding that happened on her head during the night.  Margie quickly got those curlers out first thing in the morning then took a Bufferin to eleviate the soreness.  Susie was sent to school  with her homemade Valentines in tow.  Before Margie could prepare her food items or herself  she needed to run to Kendall's Grocery Store for some items.   She prepared Liver Pate Spread as an appetizer and whipped up a batch of Lemon Bars for a sweet treat to go with coffee later in the evening.  It was hard getting the kids to settle down after dinner.  Susie was all a buzz about the many Valentines she received at school, especially the one from Ricky Martin.  Johnny didn't really understand why everything was red and pink or why there was sooo much more candy around than usual,  he just knew it was some sort of special day.  At 6:30 pm Neal's mother, Mary Lou,  arrived to sit with the kids for the evening.  MaryLou brought little homemade Valentines that she had made earlier in the day with the Ladies Guild.  Neal and Margie where finally on their way.  Margie was so excited she barely could contain herself.  As they pulled up in front of the Maki's.  Neal pulled out a small gift wrapped box and presented it to Margie.  She gasped then quickly opened her surprise.  It was BEAUTIFUL!  The Diamond Tennis Bracelet she had looked at when they both had stopped in Miller's Jewelry store last May.  Barb Maki had her house decorated to a "T".  In the bathroom there were tea towel with embroidered red hearts,  it was lovely.    Margie met a new couple that night.  Sharon and Ed Brandt.  Turns out Sharon is a "Tupperware" dealer and asked Margie if she would like to host an in-home party.  Margie was thrilled.  She had heard about Tupperware and had even seen a couple of Tupperware items at a potluck.  On the drive home she talked nonstop about this and Neal thought to himself......."Why would anyone be so enthralled by hard plastic"!

17 comments:

  1. Your story is the cutest thing!! looks like Margie & Neal are cutting the rug!!! Really fun tag!!

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  2. OMG! I envy your creativity in art and story!! Lovely, simply lovely.
    I can hardly wait to see how the tupperware party goes.

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  3. Margie and Neal are sure a great couple in love. I love the ruby at the top and the great picture of them have a grand time. I love it.

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  4. Hi Val!
    I LOVE The tag...the black background is perfect for the black and white photo...wonderful!

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  5. Love it all, love the story, love the tag, love the progression of a couples love story. and who isn't a sucker for a happy ending...I know i am! and Boys, take a hint from Neal, you still have to time to get those special ladies a little something.

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  6. Neal, you should get stock in tupperware, it is going to be big...very big. Fantastic story line. Great colors. Mmm...liver pate. I sure hope someone else brought the relish tray.

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  7. oh my what a beautiful tag that picture is wonderful it reminds me of my mom and dad just lovely.....
    xo
    lizzi

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  8. A love story.....sigh! Dance like no one's watching...
    I especially like how you've kept your colors to a minimum, giving all the attention to the fantastic couple!
    Very heart felt!
    xoso Sandy O

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  9. Valerie, At the end of the year, you are going to be so pleased to have all these tags telling the story of your parents. We are so lucky you are sharing them with us. This is a wonderful tag! You say it was last minute, but the inspiration was right there! Thank you so much for tagging along this February. I can't wait for next month's installment! Elizabeth
    PS (May I ask you to help my terrible short term memory, Did I send you a Valentine? I have one extra. Did I receive one from you?"

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  10. Oh my goodness!! I love your tag and the story to go with. Tupperware-hard plastic! LOL

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  11. I used a cheesy little cardboard box for my tags and still wasn't happy with the pictures, so I just went with the poor late night lighting :) It is still easy to see that your tag is adorable. And the story is wonderful.

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  12. I love this tag and what a great story!

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  13. Cute tag and the date on there 1956 with Neil and Margie how cute. Love the story you told too. Read about your daughter's toe shoes too. Hope that works out for the little ballerina.

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  14. Ahhh - a day in the life of a 60s housewife! The tag is just fabulous - love the colors, image and the story! Word to the wise...Margie might want to try B C Powder for the curler headache. haha Sleeping on rollers - ouch! I'm glad those days are gone! Thanks for such a fun visit. xoxo Nancy

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  15. PS - my niece just got her first point shoes, also. I hear they are sooo expensive and have to be replaced often. She looks lovely in them and must have been so excited to be with such a cool mom!

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  16. Hi Valerie! I wanted to let you know I have paired you with Lambsworld. I think you will enjoy each other's style. Gosh I wish I could have one of everyones tags! Have a great weekend! E

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  17. Val, how cute. Can't wait to hear more about Margie and Neal and there new lovely friends. Wonder if that couple will have twins? Happy Early Valetines Day:)

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