SUNDAY MEMORIES
Judy Wills
In a previous post, I wrote about my best friend, and the things we’ve given to each other (please see my post of April 6, 2014 – My Best Friend) . We have similar tastes in jewelry and collectibles, so it has been fun to find just the right gift to give each other.
One thing that I found and gave to her – and then, of course, had to have one for myself – was this dandelion, encased in plastic. It sits on a shelf where, of course, I have to dust it, but also where I can see it all the time. It’s one of those “how did they DO that” kind of things.
Fred and I have seen another kind of dandelion recently. Well, at least, I call it a dandelion. The brand name Tupperware is probably familiar throughout the world by this time. I began my Tupperware collection back in the 1970’s. If my readers have any Tupperware containers, just look at the embossed inscription on the bottom of the item, and you will see the words “Orlando, Florida” on it. The Tupperware corporate headquarters is located in Orlando, Florida. Actually it’s just over the Osceola County line, making it in Kissimmee (that’s pronounced (Kuh-SIMM-ee), but I’m sure no one had heard of Kissimmee when Tupperware began their business. So it’s known as being in Orlando.
All that to say that, Fred and I drive by the Tupperware buildings on our way to one of our favorite eateries, Culver’s. The main entrance to the Tupperware building has a rather large open area, perhaps even called a courtyard, and in the center of that is the dandelion. It is a metal structure with “spokes.” During the day, when Tupperware is open for business, the structure is turned on and water shoots out of the spokes, making it look like a dandelion, and so I named it that. It’s quite pretty.
I’m told that there was something else there, but now there is the dandelion. I like the dandelion. What do you think?
Judy is living in Central Florida with her retired U.S. Air Force husband of 50+ years.
Old Things R New 
Lovely
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I’ve always like that dandelion you have. Did you know the dandelion is the official “flower” of military brats? It’s quite fitting. Here’s more: http://militarybratsinc.org/whats-all-the-fuss-about-the-dandelion/
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I had no idea that it was related to military brats! But it does make sense after all – just blow and they go to the ends of the earth! I’ll have to check out that website. Thanks!
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I often find that the best gift for a friend is one you would want too:) I love dandelions. I hate to mow them down on my lawn. And I still pick them and put them in a small vase to enjoy looking at. I even hold one under my chin like I did as a little girl:)
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While I’m not as hung up on dandelions, I do like them. What a fun thing for you to do – and a fun memory – to hold it under your chin! Memories, memories.
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