In this journey of searching for vintage and antiques certain finds , certain pieces make me pause.  These are showcased here.

This school days book is from 1933, his days at PS 152 in New York.  Contains some personal stuff and many poignant messages from fellow classmates.

In a few short years war would break out.  Have to wonder if by that time were they directly involved in that conflict and if they survived.   In any event their innocence of youth would be drastically changed.

Fortunate to have found this beautiful set of antique Copeland tea serving pieces in Spode Towers pattern.  Based on stamp and pattern these date from about 1890 to 1910.

Each piece carries the classic pastoral scene — a bridge, a river, and the tower that gives the pattern its name — printed in a deep iron‑oxide red and sealed beneath a smooth, glassy glaze.  

The craftsmanship of this era shows in the clarity of the transfer: fine engraved lines, crisp architectural detail, and a surface so even it feels almost printed. 

All these pieces have survived time with no chips or cracks, minor crazing which is normal for ceramic pieces of this age.

Imagine,  your great‑grandmother may have served afternoon tea with a set like this!