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by mott on September 29, 2007

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I really really had a tough time hunting for this photo. I scouted around my home and found I didn’t have many things that were original. I then tried to take a picture of my tattoo, since it’s a one and only in this world..but my awkward limbs weren’t flexible enough to take a pic of my back.

Then I remembered my mom just dropped a very precious heirloom this morning. This heirloom is extremely dear to me. As a child, it was only during rare occasions that I got to touch it and eat from it. It’s a complete Chinese Dining Set, complete with bowls, chinese soup spoons (big and small), plates, serving plates and a huge soup bowl. I only managed to take out (oh! so carefully!) the plate and the huge soup bowl to show off.

I originally thought that my mother would do the traditional chinese thing and pass it on to her son’s future wife (god bless her!). After all, being a girl, I married off to another ‘name’..so, I am no longer considered part of the family. But luckily, she pooh-poohed this idea…and knew that I would value it more than her future daughter-in-law. I hope she will think the same of her jewelry sets….! ;-)

ori1

The rims are gold-plated! Hee hee….!

ori2

I just wonder who I can pass this on to…when it’s my time to go… hmmm..

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{ 31 comments… read them below or add one }

1 And Miles To Go... September 29, 2007 at 1:56 pm

that is GORGEOUS!!I love the color and very original.

2 Corey September 29, 2007 at 2:00 pm

FABULOUS! how wonderful! LOve it!

3 Criz Lai September 29, 2007 at 2:14 pm

This is beautiful…I have not seen any of this for ages. You must value it a lot… this is a priceless item. Great sharing here. Happy weekend :)

4 BlurMommy September 29, 2007 at 2:29 pm

wah, 24K?? hehe.. Better keep carefully. Definitely be valuable in the future, ya? :)

5 Diana September 29, 2007 at 2:36 pm

Wow. Absolutely beautiful!

6 Dragonheart September 29, 2007 at 2:54 pm

Beautiful! :) Such gorgeous colours. :) What a wonderful keepsake. :)

My original photo.

7 Baldwin's Girl September 29, 2007 at 3:56 pm

beautiful! fits the theme perfectly!

8 Che-Cheh September 29, 2007 at 4:29 pm

Wow it’s beautiful. Lucky you. :)

9 Zsolt72 September 29, 2007 at 4:37 pm

this is wonderful!!!

Me and my crazy mind

10 Bengbeng September 29, 2007 at 9:20 pm

pass it to Benghui’s wife :) and his children will call u auntie…shake hand on that? kekeke

11 TeacherJulie September 29, 2007 at 10:13 pm

Mott, you got a Chinese dinner set while your SIL got the jewels? You are not considered “family” anymore because you now have a different name? That still happens? I mean, how do you feel about it? Even if that’s not the case here in the Philippines, what I did was attached my husband’s family name with mine so that I still use my maiden name.

Have a great weekend! Btw, the design on the dinnerware is divine.

12 liza September 29, 2007 at 10:37 pm

Ohh wow look at those!!Gorgeous piece, your mother have a pretty neat tradition..Those are worth keeping and truely original..Great Weekend!

13 Everyday Healy September 30, 2007 at 1:47 am

Waw… that’s precious! Keep it nicely and enjoy more meals on it before you pass it down! :wink:

Great pick! This is definitely so Original! I like it so much. Thanks for sharing! :grin:

BTW, wish you all the best for the Jewelery, k? :razz:

14 cindy September 30, 2007 at 2:45 am

Wow that is a stunning dinner set. I’m glad you received it.

15 captain lifecruiser September 30, 2007 at 3:10 am

OH, I do understand why you were happy over your moms choice to give it to you! It’s very beautiful, arty and original for sure. Very unique.

I’m sure she is pleased with her choice. It’s much more fun to give to persons that really appreciate the gift they’re about to get :-)

16 Nita September 30, 2007 at 4:33 am

Beautiful photos! Mine is up too. Hope you can visit me. Have a great week.

17 PowersTwinB September 30, 2007 at 5:51 am

That is the MOST beautiful piece of china I have ever seen! How wonderful that you have an original! My photo is up please come and visit.

18 The New Parent September 30, 2007 at 8:49 am

Hi M–good for your Mom for doing a nice thing to you! It looks like a lovely piece.

19 Andrée September 30, 2007 at 10:10 am

I’m glad your mom changed your tradition. Sometimes women have to stand up and do what’s best! it’s a very lovely set.

20 yenjai.net September 30, 2007 at 10:49 am

Wah
Priceless possession
:shock:

21 Nomadic Mom September 30, 2007 at 10:42 pm

very nice wor… I also want!!!

22 Lisa October 1, 2007 at 4:29 am

Beautiful! How special. I have a few pieces that are sentimental to me, too. :)

23 helen October 1, 2007 at 6:28 pm

Wooooo, you sure your mom actually serve in these? They’re beautiful. lol

I am sure your mom did the right thing handing you these… I know you’ll take good care of it. :-)

i’ve still not given up hope on your tatoo though… hope one day you’ll post them. Hey, I was really surprised you got tattoo… i’m not against them but then very few ladies dare to have it done. Kudos to you! lol

24 Annie Q October 2, 2007 at 4:52 pm

WOW! This is really nice and precious!!!! :shock:

25 Kathy S October 3, 2007 at 9:26 am

A sonderful family heirlooma nd wonderful family tradition.

26 Kathy S October 3, 2007 at 9:28 am

Well, that should have read:

A wonderful family heirloom and a wonderful family tradition.

27 eastcoastlife October 4, 2007 at 4:02 pm

Hey, that’s a gorgeous family heirloom! I love to collect dinnerware. Can pass to me. I’ll take good care of it, I have a special rosewood cupboard to display them too!

I’m nuts on Facebook, You not nuts meh?! ahahahahaha…….

28 Firehorse October 5, 2007 at 9:13 am

Beautiful!! Gip me idea, now i go bek and sapu my marder’s pinggan mangkuk :P

29 laundryamah October 5, 2007 at 5:30 pm

wooooo soooo beautiful! too bad my mom doesn’t have stuff like this! sobz…

30 Lingerie sets · November 15, 2010 at 12:44 am

amazon really have great collection of dining sets and you can always purchase it online -’”

31 Electric Switch January 25, 2011 at 2:54 pm

;~* I am really thankful to this topic because it really gives useful information `.~

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