Old American Vintage Flair…

Did you all have a great Memorial weekend?

My intent was to be here and wish you all a great Memorial Day…but I had a sick husband on my hands.

Yes, Tarzan can get sick once in awhile. Jane does not like it, when Tarzan gets ill. Let’s just say, there was no pounding on his chest this weekend. Sigh…

But, look at this glorious piece of American Vintage flair.

You just don’t see many of these anymore, especially just 2 doors down from your home!

The Ford trunk is just precious.

Don’t you love when you find a little gem like this, especially when you are not even looking for it?

If that was not enough…a few doors down from the vintage car…I ran into this mammoth cactus in bloom!

I just don’t see many people having these anymore in their yards, so what a delight to stubble across this.

The blooms are adorable…

Summer is SOO fun with all of the delight it brings!

I wanted to leave you with one more eye candy for the week.

This video will have you leaning forward with your mouth hanging open and a big smile on your face.

Children are capable of doing the darnedest things…click here.

Laurie
XXOO

Tags: american flag, american heritage, cactus in bloom, memorial day, old model T Ford car, toddler directing choir

37 thoughts on “Old American Vintage Flair…”

laurie27wsmith on June 2, 2014 at 11:46 pm said:

There’s nothing like a cactus to give up beautiful flowers Laurie, the trouble is they don’t last long enough. I do like the vintage Ford. 🙂

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Rosey on June 1, 2014 at 10:13 pm said:

Summer does bring about fun finds, and these pictures are awesome!!

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Carine on June 1, 2014 at 4:16 pm said:

I saw the cactus blossoms too recently around Austin and had no idea they were so beautiful!
Wishing you a great weekend!

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- Pride in Photos Photography on June 2, 2014 at 9:33 pm said:
  
  Carine…I am so glad you are back in the blogging world☺
  
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  - Carine on June 22, 2014 at 1:53 am said:
    
    Thank you 🙂
    
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Catherine on June 1, 2014 at 5:45 am said:

Beautiful photos Laurie. I love love the giant blooming cactus, it’s so pretty! Hoping Tarzan is feeling better and can join you in your adventures 🙂

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Sofia on May 30, 2014 at 11:18 am said:

Love this! Wow, awesome photos!

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lensandpensbysally on May 29, 2014 at 1:07 pm said:

Adore the cactus–they are a favorite of mine. Enjoy this weekend–hope that it makes up for the last one.

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A Cuban In London on May 29, 2014 at 9:37 am said:

I love the vintage car. The photos are beautiful.

Greetings from London.

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Harmony on May 29, 2014 at 6:29 am said:

I forgot: I hope your husband feels better. 😉

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Harmony on May 29, 2014 at 6:25 am said:

What a great old car.The sharpness and colors are stunning.This is a gem of a Ford brand.The cactus is giant and the video shows us a future conductor.
She’s really inspired with gestures and facial expression.It’s really funny to see.
Great Weekend to you.

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Linda R on May 29, 2014 at 4:08 am said:

So sorry to hear Tarzan is not feeling well. That is no fun at all for Jane. Loving your photos my friend.

Hugs~

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Lady Lilith on May 28, 2014 at 7:54 pm said:

Nice car. I like the little patriotic touch. Perfect for a post Memorial day feel.

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anotherday2paradise on May 28, 2014 at 5:42 pm said:

Really cute video, Laurie. 🙂 I do hope that your Tarzan is recovered by now. Love your amazing images. The cactus flower is stunning. It reminds me of that old song, “The Yellow Rose of Texas.”

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LB on May 28, 2014 at 5:00 pm said:

If that video doesn’t prove that our children watch and emulate us, then nothing will!!
hope hubby is better today!!

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Gracie on May 28, 2014 at 4:04 pm said:

I hope your hubby is in a much better state, Laurie. It is never fun when someone we love gets ill. Glad to see you are enjoying all these glorious finds though.

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the Painted Apron on May 28, 2014 at 11:48 am said:

Wow Laurie, what a fabulous car! So cool! the close-ups of the cactus blooming are incredible~hope your man is on the mend~

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LuAnn on May 28, 2014 at 11:46 am said:

Hope hubby is now on the mend. Cacti blossoms are some of my favorites. That video was precious Laurie. 🙂

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gpcox on May 28, 2014 at 10:50 am said:

Great photos (but tell them to get the flag off the ground) and hope Tarzan is feeling better by now!

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riet on May 28, 2014 at 10:17 am said:

Love the old car !

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poppytump on May 28, 2014 at 9:33 am said:

Almost looks like a poppy flower that yellow cactus bloom!
Hope hale and good health abound once more .
Oh Laurie …that little girl .. brimming with serious talent 🙂

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Mustang.Koji on May 28, 2014 at 7:16 am said:

That Ford Model A – wow. She (pardon if that isn’t PC) is in beautiful shape! Spic and span. And yes, that is a huge bunch of prickly stuff…and I hope your husband is on the mend. I hope it was not a cold or a flu – men become wimps.

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Gallivanta on May 28, 2014 at 6:11 am said:

Hope Tarzan is feeling better. A look at your photos should help his spirits.

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ledrakenoir on May 28, 2014 at 5:36 am said:

Amazing Ford and I always find cactuses very fascinating – very well captured, really enjoyed them… 🙂

Hope to Tarzan has climbed up into the trees again with Jane… 😉

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Sherry Galey on May 28, 2014 at 5:15 am said:

I love the flowering cactus — not something I usually see…

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bulldog on May 28, 2014 at 5:00 am said:

Love the old Ford… the prickly pears you can keep… ate too many when young and sat for too long removing spines from skinning the fruit…

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elizabeththomasphotographyofcapecod on May 28, 2014 at 2:07 am said:

I hope Tarzan is feeling better! What an amazing car and cactus!

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norasphotos4u on May 28, 2014 at 1:19 am said:

I hope Tarzan is well and didnt pass it to you. Love that vintage car and the video was priceless!!

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Jamie Dedes on May 28, 2014 at 1:00 am said:

Bravo! You just have to love this sort of thing.

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RoSy on May 27, 2014 at 11:42 pm said:

Wonderful vintage flair indeed!
And – the cacti & flowers – prickly & pretty. 🙂

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Lisa Gordon on May 27, 2014 at 10:05 pm said:

That old car is a real beauty, Laurie!
Hope Tarzan is all better real soon. 🙂

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Ingrid on May 27, 2014 at 9:33 pm said:

Love that vintage trunk. Sorry to hear hubby wasn’t feeling well. Hope he’s doing better. Always fun stumbling upon beautiful blooms 🙂

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Tamar on May 27, 2014 at 9:20 pm said:

Sorry he was sick!! Hope the germs stay away – the cacti are AMAZING!

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pensamientos de vida on May 27, 2014 at 7:41 pm said:

Wonderful photos! Thanks for sharing. 🙂

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Nikitaland on May 27, 2014 at 7:23 pm said:

I hope Tarzan feels better! ❤

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Judy @ newenglandgardenandthread on May 27, 2014 at 6:29 pm said:

Okay – you really got me. Sorry Tarzan is ill, the photos are great, but the YouTube was amazing. I think we’ll be seeing more of her in the coming years. 🙂

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YellowCable on May 27, 2014 at 5:24 pm said:

Wow, l love when you found gems right close to your home. These are ere candy.

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