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DP Theme Day: Wood
Today is the February 1st City Daily Photo theme day: wood. I almost posted a photo of some trees (they are wood, after all), but at the last minute I decided to go with the above photo instead.
These two wooden toys have been passed down from generation to generation in my family for decades. The front toy is a simple disappearing penny trick, while the back one is an egg-shaped puzzle. I would venture to guess they are at least 50-60 years old, though probably older. I had forgotten about the toys until my 19-year-old nephew pulled them out to show his girlfriend a few days ago. He was pretty happy when he was finally able to put the egg puzzle together… it’s a bit tricky.
Since I don’t have kids, I’m waiting for my nieces and nephews to start having their own children so I can keep the family tradition alive.
A lot of other City Daily Photo bloggers are participating in today’s theme day. Visit them by click on the link below:
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Giddy Up
about 3 months ago - No comments
I noticed yesterday they’ve installed this mechanical horse toy outside of the Safeway grocery store on 1st Ave. I have no idea how long it’s been there, as I tend to not be all that observant. I was tempted to ride on it, but I figured the folks at Safeway wouldn’t appreciate it being broken.
Little Red Wagon
about 3 months ago - 1 comment
Guest photographer Hugo sent in today’s lovely photo. His description: The setting sun set this little red wagon glowing in Pioneer Park and, since I had my camera at the ready, I took the shot. The little girl who owns this wagon was off playing with her dad, giggling and having a great time. It’s More >
A Plastic Duck In The Rain
about 5 months ago - 4 comments
The awesome Theresa Smith, owner of D-Tail Pet Grooming (view it on Google Maps Street View) on W. Washington St., send me an email yesterday morning with the following: I have a great picture idea for you! At my grooming shop, there is a huge puddle. I have told our friend Moe, that I want More >
Speedy Delivery
about 1 year ago - No comments
I won a prize from a drawing held at the spiffy Haweiniefest fundraiser (see photos) at Postal Connections, which was held last Saturday. This little mini UPS truck is absolutely adorable, complete with a flame paint job. I love it. In other news, Stayton Events posted a video taken by the Oregon Department of Transportation, More >
DP Theme Day: Feet
about 1 year ago - 8 comments
This month’s City Daily Photo theme day is “feet.” I didn’t have the faintest idea what to do for this one, until I was in Postal Connections on Shaff Rd. the other day and noticed all their adorable stuffed animals for sale. They have feet, hence the mosaic above. Lots of furry little feet. A More >
3rd Anniversary!
about 1 year ago - 9 comments
Today is the 3rd Anniversary of Stayton Daily Photo! I had planned on photographing something appropriate to the occasion, but then I kind of forgot. So instead here’s a stuffed eagle toy I found at Postal Connections on Shaff Rd. He’s cute. I want to thank everyone who’s happened by this blog, for whatever reason. More >
More From The Stro’s Wednesday Nite Cruise-In
about 2 years ago - 1 comment
Yesterday I posted some shots from a classic car cruise-in I attended a few nights ago. Today I thought I’d focus on some of the non-car things I spotted at the event, including the lively guy in the above photo. He was sitting in the passenger’s seat of one of the cars. I wonder if More >
J O Y
about 2 years ago - No comments
I was at Postal Connections on Shaff Rd. the other day, and they had adorable little stuffed toys on display, so I took a few pictures. It’s what I do. Here are a couple of other shots of cuteness from the store:
Little Train
about 2 years ago - 1 comment
I was scootering around downtown again last night, and spotted this little toy train in the window of Stayton’s new community-based radio station. A place I keep meaning to visit. Anyway, I’m surprised the shot came out as well as it did. There was very little light, and I couldn’t use a flash, as it More >
Ever Faithful
about 2 years ago - 2 comments
This cute creature hangs out at the playground at Northslope Park off of Fern Ridge Rd. He doesn’t talk much, but he’s always there if you need him. I like that in a playground toy… even if I’m too, um, grown up (so to speak) to ride the little guy.
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about 7 months ago
wow, thanks for sharing. these are very unique wooden treasures. can you imagine the number of people who held them
about 7 months ago
Oh, those are lovely!
And that tradition is as well!
I missed this Theme day (again), since my blog updates still don’t roll in
about 7 months ago
Sure brings back the memories! I remember owning both of these items. We purchased them at the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco around 1958.