Today, between doctor appointments (another story), Mom wanted to show me her jewelry. She doesn’t have much and most of it’s not fancy or expensive. She does wear earrings every day.
I spotted this obviously Native pendant/broche buried under some cheap plastic beads and asked if I could have it. It’s old, no stamps, just “Betty Zuni” scratched into the back. Tells me it was made pre-1970s. No story beyond that.
The ring was a gift to Mom from my dear Aunt Kay. It too is an older piece with an engraving on the back I can’t quite read. I will treasure these forever.
Sorry about confusing people yesterday with the “resaca” thing. The Spanish verb resacar, to retake, seems to have several definitions. A hangover or headache which follows a drunken state, or an undercurrent, seaward pull, undertow. Seems some resacas were former channels of the Rio Grande river used for flood control. The Resaca de los Fresnos in San Benito, which I shared, was developed for irrigation purposes.
16 comments:
How lovely to enjoy these heirloom pieces. Hoping the medical end of things is going well.
love that necklace, and it is much "you".
Very nice. I do like the pendant and the ring but the ring needs to go on long fingers and mine are short---lol. It looks good on your finger. MB
That jewelry is wonderful. You really will treasure both items.
Lovely, I guess we now know where you got your love of turquoise.
I hope that things are resolving with out too much difficulty. I know how difficult it is to find proper care for aging parents.
The perfect jewelry for you and made extra special in that they were your mom's.
Looks like a great time with your mom. The jewelry is beautiful also-I've always worn torquoise and especially like the older pieces. Keep well- peace.
Pieces like that means more to me than the newer more expensive stuff. The memories and attachments to it are priceless.
I like the jewelry, and it looks neat to me.
Heirloom jewelry is the best kind, Gaelyn. Those particular piece suit you, too, and are both exquisite. Your mom has a twinkle in her eyes!
Nice to see your Mom. She has a nice smile. Lovley sky.
pretty pieces! even more wonderful because of the sentimental attachment.
Your Mom looks quite pleased on the photo, Gaelyn. How nice of her to share her treasures. I'm in the mts with the grands, so not much computer time!
Interesting to hear about the resacas. Your mom's taste in jewelry seems to reflect your own interest in the Native American style with a southwestern flare.
Beautiful pieces of jewelry and they do seem to fit you well. I'm sure you will treasure these gifts from your Mom. Love th last sky shot and the photo of your sweet Mom.
That jewelry is perfect for you! Nice mama.
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