Delicate shadowsfade into the mem'ry of
the day of my birth
A.B.C. Wardthey called him Alphabet Ward
an attorney
started building his dream
in the mid 1800's
4 grand cement pillars raised
and set to a theme
where he would gaze at the river
the mighty muddy
the Mississippi
the view and the folly
for hours on end
alas his folly was not to be
he left the structure in shambles
and moved on
we're getting closer
to me
the home was purchased and assembleda grand new life it would see
on the nob hill
where the elite lived
Cora Weed the owner would be
she dearly loved her gardens
and the views of the wild muddy
until the day she died
then the Bellevue arrived
getting closer to me
a hospital
this grand dame was reshaped
and mutilated
stripped of her charms
degradation began
grand pillars
buried alive
an enclosed porch would entomb
her integrity was scarred
ugly
an addition built on
a new wing for the lair
a pox on a lady
who had once been so fair
tacky
take heart dear ones
this tale ends with glee
dear friends
and high school buds
Tom and Cindy
bought the old dame
restored her and refurnished
they charmed her to fame
10 plus years in the chore
a monument to history
and a memory to gain
in the town of my birth
in the home of my birth
on nob hill
yes I was born in this home
as was my brother
you see
do you envy
I was for an instant
a princess born of
regal means
on a nob hill
in a mansion
an envy not to be
though I moved on like A.B. C. Ward
I still have the dream
and the original
and the regal
home of my birth
me
s.wilson
...and if you climb to the widows walk you can see all the way down the street where I now live...along the mighty Mississip' in the pink shack...
The Pink Chateau
and my birth home
me...
Well, what a tale...now check out the others at Harriet's place...
and I promise I'll do a follow up on this old mansion. I'll call Cindy for a photo shoot and give you inside shots of the restorations and some history of what these two crazy old friends poured into this old relic...enjoy the view!!!
and my birth home
me...
Well, what a tale...now check out the others at Harriet's place...
and I promise I'll do a follow up on this old mansion. I'll call Cindy for a photo shoot and give you inside shots of the restorations and some history of what these two crazy old friends poured into this old relic...enjoy the view!!!
44 comments:
Beautiful buildings and a nice shadow!
The wrought iron details make for elegant shadows. Elegance cannot be overstated here, a stately manor of a house on the high point. It can be seen well, the views from the verandas far and wide. The beauty of the past remains, the heritage unmistakable!
A fascinating post!! (and how do you always manage to be first!!) Enjoy the weekend, regards Anne
frayedattheedge.typepad.co.uk
What an elegant building! And great shadows!
Lovely dignified house, lovely poem. This is my very first experience at blogging and I can see there will many rich experiences to come.
What a beautiful home..Something about old homes and all their history. Can't wait to see inside.
Wonder if they found any secret places..Such an interesting read..Wonderful.
Happy Shadow Shot Sunday..
wonderful shadows in the first photo!
Holy Moley! What a tale complete with 'documentation'! What a glorious building with a glorious history. And, how wonderful that the building you were born in still stands. Mine doesn't!
What a cool old place! Ihat is so wonderful that your friends restored and brought the grande dame back to her full glory. Your little pink castle is just as special, in her own way, no? Happy SSS!
Very, very beautiful! I particularly love the first shadow shot.
Wonderful post..super gorgeous photos! Lovely!
Kiki~
Love this shadow imagex very elegant building.lynda
Hello! Love your blog and follow it..also love antiques. That picture of the house overlooking the river is fabulous to have!
I found a little antique hooked scottie rug (5" round) and am looking for information on its origin. Please feel free to stop by!
Thanks again for a very entertaining post!
Cheery wave from
Bev
http://44thstreetfabric.blogspot.com
Beautiful shot, beautiful scenery and amazing poem. Enjoy the weekend!
ShadowShotSunday
Wonderful words about your own history, Sharon.
I love the shadow in the first photo. I'm looking forward to reading more about this lovely mansion.
That was a beautiful place to be born in. I fear you you would be most UNimpressed by the building in which I was born.
The shadow made by the wrought iron is elegant!
oh I LOVE it....every bit of this story!! Old homes just have it, don't they? Whether they were regal or plain....the history of homes are just wonderful (can't WAIT to see the inside of this!!)
Thanks for taking us back in time. I love the shadow shots!
What an enjoyable post and beautiful home! The love for your sweet place in the world is evident in this post!
And now I know how come you are first in Shadow Shot Sunday... I saw it in your comment on another blog :)
Wishing you a Happy Week!
Kindly, ldh
I like the pink shack!
Great story, great pictures.
Beautiful & delicate shadow shots.
Great shadows and beautiful poems. And my favourite is the wrought iron shadows. Thanks for sharing.
Have a nice day always
These types of architecture are so amazing .. I would love to see the inside of this one for sure ! Great subject for this Sunday's shot : )
Thank you for stopping by my blog as well : )
Joy
Incredible, incredible story! You are a breath of history from the high side! I am still reeling!
As for me, I am recovering from recent "rushed history" meaning insanity before the Easter holidays! Trying to reduce bringing home work! I think I made a slight difference! Too scared to check just yet till tomorrow!
Meanwhile, back in our Autumn world, we have the glories of winds and drizzly rain with more to come tomorrow for our first day of the Easter break! I think I'll choose to do schoolwork tomorrow and try getting out on Tuesday!
This post is a bit scattered! (More than usual!) But I hope to pace myself over the break ready for the next term! Lots of writing and photography!
Always good to get your "connection" on Sundays! I just love it!
BIGGEST hugs from Australia! At least that transcends all weathers!
A lovely interesting series of photos.
What a gargantuan restoration project! Hats off to your friends - they did a remarkable job - it's an incredible building.
I didn't realize you live so close to the river... Is the last picture taken from your property?
What a wonderful post! I love the shadow shot and the story of the magnificent mansion.
Thanks for stopping by at mine and for weighing in with your opinion. My sons tell me my ruined old silver pieces are "creepy". It's nice to have you on my side. ;-)
Vicki
Nifty shadow shot and buildings ... Loved learning a bit more about your history in your poetic post.
Hugs and blessings,
Well my gosh -- you really better do a followup on this great story. I wasn't AT ALL ready to stop reading this history by the end of your post.
goin' back to scroll through some of your older posts; glad Ifound you on shadowshot! Thanks for sharing some of your life and your really great pictures.
Shadows awaken
memories—sweet and bitter—
mortality’s tang.
Shadowy, Worn Bricks
great story Sharon! Looks like you definitely found your own home.
I can't wait to see the restoration shots too.
What a lovely story! Beautiful house, the ironwork reminds me of my own beautiful home city of New Orleans!
Nice post you have here. Thanks for the comment on my blog.
Have a great week!
Great start to a good story. I love when worthy objects, whether buildings or dishes, get new life from new owners.
Thanks for the visit!
our past will never be taken away...no matter how hard they try...wipe off the fasad, to reveal the beauty within once again. thanks for sharin' sis.
I love the beautiful architecture.
No wonder you're so interested in antiques. You were born into it! Love the Shadow Shot and the story.
Love the wrought iron is my fav. But sad to say, that I am late.
I am amazed with you shots today, Lady? These what I called houses. Love to death the antiquey style.
Hope you had a wonderful day.
xoxo as always.
Your posts are always so well done. I like the pink "shack" best! ;-)
Lovely shadow capture, Sharon. And what a tickler of a story! You must follow up and not leave us dangling on the precipice of the mighty Mississip ...
Wow....amazing and I love the old building. Can't wait to hear more. Thanks for stopping by my blog!
Very nice post. A nice story.
Thank you for letting us know what we're looking at. :) Beautiful post!
Thanks for visiting me. Warm greetings from Florida!
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