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Sunday, April 24, 2011

Take a Word Challenge - Memories


My favorite childhood memories are of when the circus came to town.  The sights, the sounds, the smells all completely thrilled me.  All these years later I am still drawn to the big top and all of the magic it held.
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19 comments:

  1. ChristineApril 24, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    This is so cool! The bright colors enriched the black & white photos beautifully.

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  2. JudyApril 24, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    I have great memories of the 'big top' too, the clowns could be a wee bit scary, though!! You've created a wonderful layout here, definitely a 'great show!!'

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  3. OzstuffApril 24, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    Your wonderful collage brings back so many memories for me too. The sounds, the smell, the excitement. Cirque du Soleil is visiting my home town at the moment but it's not the same.

    Great artwork and a great memory.

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  4. DeannApril 24, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Wasn't the circus just the best so many things going on you just couldn't see tham all. This is truly beautiful I love that rich red background it just makes the whole thing...a wonderful memory and excellent artwork!!

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  5. JunibearsApril 25, 2011 at 2:54 AM

    A fantastic collage! Beautiful work! xx

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  6. JesterApril 25, 2011 at 4:22 AM

    Ah... I remember watching Billy Smart's circus on the tv when I was young. A lovely memory and a lovely page.

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  7. Linda GibbonsApril 25, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    Beautiful memory piece!

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  8. TaluulaApril 25, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    Ahhhh, there is nothing like a clown to fire up my imagination and your memories have sparked memories in me too. A gorgeous collage.

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  9. indybevApril 25, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Circuses were magical, for sure. There was such a mystery about the performers and their lifestyle (at least for me), and I held them all in some sort of awe. This is a beautiful tribute to the circuses of old!

    By the way, what is your first name? Your profile only tells me you live in one of my most favorite part of the states!

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  10. lilylovekinApril 25, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Love the rich red you used in this piece. We are going to see "Water for Elephants" your piece reminds me of this time period.

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  11. "MOI" FreubelApril 25, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    As a child I've never been to the circus. Our parents did'nt have the money to buy seven tickets for their children but when I was older and went with my own children....I act like I was a child too !! LOL
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    A lovely collage !!
    Rian

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  12. Folk HeartApril 25, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Thanks everyone for the lovely and fun comments. It really warms the heart!

    Peggy

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  13. FayeApril 25, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    Wonderful memories and you have shown them beautifully. I went to the circus at least once as a child. It was awesome.

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  14. BillApril 25, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    That looks like so much fun! I've never been to a real circus. We did go to Ringling Brothers "winter" home in Florida once, though.

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  15. YvonneApril 25, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    Fabulous, Peggy! Great memories I'm sure.

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  16. CarlaApril 26, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    great collage

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  17. Valerie-JaelApril 26, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Great LO! I was always scared of the circus as a kid, but I love going to Circus Roncalli in the meantime! Valerie

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  18. peggy gattoApril 26, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    the best part for me in blogland is getting to see the wonderful photos!!

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  19. AJ BlantonApril 28, 2011 at 1:45 AM

    I love the contrast between the bold red and the B&W photos. The elephant makes the page super charming. So whimsical and fun! GREAT JOB!!!
    AJ

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