ELVIS AARON PRESLEY Born: January 8, 1935- TUPELO, MS Died: August 16, 1977- MEMPHIS, TN Following is the wording of Elvis' epitaph as seen on his tombstone. Written by Janelle McComb, commissioned and directed by Elvis' father Vernon Presley: Elvis Aaron Presley January 8, 1935 August 16, 1977 Son of Vernon Elvis Presley and Gladys Love Presley Father of Lisa Marie Presley He was a precious gift from God We cherished and loved dearly. He had a God-given talent that he shared With the world. And without a doubt, He became most widely acclaimed; Capturing the hearts of young and old alike. He was admired not only as an entertainer, But as the great humanitarian that he was; For his generosity, and his kind feelings For his fellow man. He revolutionized the field of music and Received its highest awards. He became a living legend in his own time; Earning the respect and love of millions. God saw that he needed some rest and Called him home to be with Him. We miss you, Son and Daddy. I thank god That He gave us you as our son. By: Vernon Presley Meditation Garden -Graceland - Memphis, Tennessee. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
This group is for scanned images of vintage (and vintage looking) paper dolls. This group is a good resource for illustrations and a collection of dolls to print to give to children to play with. Please only add photos that have been scanned of the actual doll(s) and his/her clothing. Photos that don't meet these requirements will be deleted.
Mascots used in advertising over the years are the backbone of nearly all successful “image conscious” companies in the United States as well as worldwide. Mascots and icons conjure up …
Beautiful cotton field sunset near Holly Bluff, Mississippi! One of many prints that would make a perfect Christmas gift! Order prints of this and many more at www.flatoutdelta.com! Like and share if you love the Delta!
Description Rockwell was a masterful storyteller who could distill a narrative into a single frame. His pictures tell stories about the adventure of growing up, of individuals rising up to face personal challenges, the glamour of Hollywood and the importance of tolerance in American life. He created his pictures with strategies similar to those used by filmmakers. The exhibition is based on new research into Rockwell, his work and the relationships between the artist and the movies. It showcases fifty-seven major Rockwell paintings and drawings from these private collections. Telling Stories is organized by Virginia M. Mecklenburg, senior curator. Visiting Information Smithsonian American Art Museum July 1, 2010 – January 2, 2011 Open Daily, 11:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m Free Admission
Historic American Buildings Survey, James Butters, Photographer. Mar, 20, 1936. FRONT VIEW (WEST ELEVATION) Image via the Library of Congress Most of what was once the largest ante-bellum home in Mississippi is gone. "Windsor," a magnificent Greco-Roman Revival structure of three stories, topped by a cupola-ed hipped roof, was the casualty of a spectacular fire on February 17th, 1890; this disaster was supposedly caused by a careless guest who tossed a cigar into debris left by workmen doing repairs on an upper floor. The inner wooden construction coupled with the rural location meant that little survived except the encircling colonnade. Yet, year after year, numerous visitors from near and far journey to rural Claiborne County, to see what is left: 23 of 29 stucco-covered brick Corinthian columns with cast-iron capitals, on tall bases, now-silent shafts which originally surrounded the L-shaped structure. Hollywood has also made the pilgrimage to these enigmatic ruins, and memorable scenes from both "Raintree County"(1957) and "Ghosts of Mississippi(1996) were filmed here. (Some of the cast-iron balcony railings and an original stairway of the same material--probably one of four--were given by the family to nearby Alcorn State University where they decorate the exterior of the handsome Greek Revival Chapel.) "Windsor" was built for wealthy planter Smith Coffee Daniel II and his family between 1859-1861; it was one of many large houses in the neighborhood, most now gone, that reflected the flush times there on the eve of the Civil War. Alas, Daniel died shortly after the structure was completed, but his relatives weathered the vicissitudes of the War, and lived in the house in greatly reduced circumstances until the fire. In 1974, the remaining family members donated the site to the State of Mississippi. The exact appearance of "Windsor" is uncertain, since all family papers were destroyed in the conflagration; on the other hand, the creation of fantasy reconstruction views by both Mississippians and others has been a recognized activity since the fire! Historians and architectural aficionados were rewarded in the early 1990's by the discovery in Ohio of a Civil War era sketch made by a passing Yankee soldier, and this very amateurish view confirmed the general suppositions; needless to say, that impression has fueled other visual fantasies! The building--presumably accompanied by various dependencies, all now destroyed-- has been attributed to the local contractor David Shroder( the documented designer of nearby "Rosswood", similarly neoclassical, but much simpler), and its rather conservative plan was remarkable mainly for its massive scale. The ground floor held service spaces, the first and second floors were living- and bedrooms, and there were additional rooms in the attic-- stories of both a ballroom and a fishpond there are completely ridiculous, however! The wing extending to the east held the kitchen, a dining room and pantry, and bedrooms. The size of the house would imply that the cupola was spacious, and Confederate soldiers were said to have used this spot as an observation post. The Mississippi River is nearby, but it is not visible from the house today. "Windsor"'s ruins, now and in the past, continue to draw artists and photographers seeking to capture its haunting beauty; ironically, the "gone-with-the-wind" atmosphere is actually the result of an event that happened much later! Pre-1890 photographs have yet to surface--and one would suppose that they exist, presently unrecognized--but some of the most famous post-fire views are featured here. Enjoy! Many thanks to historian and native Mississippian, Ed Polk Douglas, who greatly contributed to the research and writing of this post. Mr. Douglas is the author of "Architecture in Claiborne County, Mississippi" (Jackson MS, 1974) and lives in Lyons, NY. "The Enigma (Windsor Plantation, near Port Gibson, Mississippi)", 1941. Clarence John Laughlin, photographer Image via Carrie Haddad Photography "Valentine Windsor", 1998. Sally Mann, photographer Via Gagosian Gallery "Windsor Ruins", Jack Spencer, photographer Image via jackspencer.com The Ruins of Windsor, ca. 1935 by Eudora Welty (American, 1909-2001) Image via the Gibbes Museum, Charleston, SC Untitled, Windsor Ruins, Mississippi, early 1980s. William Eggleston, photographer. Image via The Paris Review
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Much more than a ride, this carousel is truly a work of art.
Photographer Sean Matheson sets up for the HD360 photoshoot. The gears that turn the Dentzel Carousel. Meridian Parks & Recreation Director Mark Naylor and MDA Tourism Representative Daniel Ethridge discuss the HD360 photoshoot of the Dentzel Carousel. Highland Park and the Dentzel Carousel are perfect for weddings, receptions, parties, family reunions, and gatherings of all kinds.
How single moms can make happy family memories. For me, one of the hardest things about getting divorced was losing the possibility of a "normal family." I lost the dream of the happy couple with the house, two kids, family meals, and family vacations with another adult as a partner. A lot of the grief
