Focusing OnLife 52 Weeks~ Week 15~ Aged Beauty

It was a beautiful sunny warm morning

All of the vendors were busy spreading their wares

on tables and blankets and even the dew kissed ground.

The hunters and gatherers, wide eyed with anticipation

already scanning the vista, the aisles of treasures

just awaiting their moment of discovery.

Excitement was in the air along with the smell of

fresh donuts, kettle corn and breakfast fare.

A small crowd had gathered in front of one vendors table

always a good sign, drawing others in

something wonderful must be here, so much interest.

As I glanced quickly so as not to miss out

she called to me, so loudly I could hear no other call

"May I see that brass pin?" I found myself saying

reaching past the other hunters who were suddenly quiet.

"I'll take it"

 Burying my treasure in my bag until later

I walked away, giddy over what I had found

But it wasn't until much later, this week in fact

with the aid of my macro lens

that I came to appreciate her true aged beauty.

The intricate handwork which went into her creation

what I once thought was just silver filigree in the background

showcasing vintage rhinestones and pearls,

turned out to be a labyrinth of seed beads

in mother of pearl and silver lined crystal.

Behind every aged beauty lies a story

a past history

a mystery to unfold

I will wonder about hers.

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