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06-22-2011, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by MoMiMi

My Dad was in the Army during WWII and my Mom was a WAAC driving an officer's jeep.
Proud daughter of 2 WWII veterans !!!!

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06-22-2011, 06:58 AM

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that's absolutely gorgeous!! My dad was a George (Jr) too. His father was KIA during WWII, and my dad never met his father.

You have a great treasure, hold onto that forever!! It's in wonderful condition.

So sorry - but so thankful for any military person who has served for us. :XD: :XD: :XD:

06-22-2011, 06:59 AM

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I am in tears reading your story and seeing the box your Daddy made. There is nothing that shows more love for another than a hand made gift, especially one that relates to the activities that are so often used.

Thank you so much for sharing your story and your special regard for your Mom and your Dad.

THANK YOU SO MUCH

06-22-2011, 07:02 AM

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How wonderful!

06-22-2011, 07:09 AM

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How sweet. I just love the box and story behind it. My dad was in the south pacific also during world war ll.

Thanks, these old pics, especially of them in uniform are wonderful. I don't think the young generations of today could ever imagine (or being able to go thru) going thru what even the people at home did. I REMEMBER ration stamps, what was a REAL shortage of gas, only a radio (if you were lucky) NO TVS, etc, etc. My mom drove a dump truck working for the govt. on a military base in San Diego (& at that time, women DID NOT DO THAT TYPE OF WORK - not liberated yet).

The present generations are SPOILED - including myself, & I APPRECIATE every one the so-called 'necessary' items I have now.

Have a blessed day & may all you quilts be filled w/love.

06-22-2011, 07:11 AM

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I hope this is passed down the family and well loved. Such a treasure. I don't think like you I could ever use the items in it, all I would want to do is, look at them and feel them. Beautiful box.

Nice memories!!

Thanks sall - yes my only dgtr already knows it will be hers & I think she also realizes how special it is.

06-22-2011, 08:51 AM

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What a beautiful keepsake. Hope you have someone to pass it down to who will also treasure it!!!

06-22-2011, 09:07 AM

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What a wonderful part of both your parents. you need to enclose a note inside explaining everything for future generations.

06-22-2011, 09:23 AM

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What a priceless treasure! I hope the story and box will remain in your family for many generations.

06-22-2011, 09:25 AM

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What a wonderful part of both your parents. you need to enclose a note inside explaining everything for future generations.

Thanks munchkin - that is a great idea. My dgtr does know he made this while on board ship, but maybe not all the details. I will definitely put some info in it.

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