My father sadly passed away last month, and my mother just sent me a box he wanted me to have. I opened it and found…
a thick stack of beautiful postcards in excellent condition from my great-grandparents, circa 1910!
OMG, everyone! I am so delighted — I will be going through them and posting photos of the best ones.
My Dad knew how much Postcrossing meant to me, and he arranged this surprise for after he was gone. I’m crying. This is so sweet 🥲
Edit: Thank you everyone for your condolences. Your kindness is very touching. Pictures are in a post below in this thread.
Sorry to hear about your dad. But the good thing is that you have these postcards and that was something precious to him. Now that he has giving it to you always remember that you are more precious then anything else in the world. Cherish his memories and be happy. Are you planning to share them ?
I’m sorry for your loss, @aerobear. I’m sure those postcards will be a quiet reminder of your father’s love. I have a collection of postcards from my dad, too, from when he was stationed in Europe in WWII. They bring me much comfort.
I’m so sorry. I wish you strength in your loss. A great idea, everyone who receives a photo of such a card, reviewing it will remember your dad and your memory of him, along with his desire to make you even happier even after leaving!
Here are some of the treasure trove postcards dated 1909 - 1914 that particularly caught my eye. It’s hard to see, but many are embossed (raised) designs, and many have shiny gold accents.
Aww, many virtual hugs to you @aerobear Thanks for sharing this special story and these great postcards passed down from your paternal family line… Such a sweet parting gift from your dad, and a nice geneaology-through-postcards tradition to potentially share with future generations. Your great-grandparents did an A+ job starting the collection! Thanks again for sharing!
My condolences, and thank you for sharing your story with us. I’m really touched that he left you these beautiful postcards. His love for you will always be there and these postcards will serve as a good memory. Take care and hope that all will be well!
What a gift! I have a large collection of 1910-1940 cards, and they are the best to send. I feel like sending one is finally fulfilling its purpose!! Add vintage stamps too
So sorry for your loss. And how thoughtful your dad was to leave you such a treasure through a shared interest!
Perhaps you would visit your local museum to inquire whether they would like to exhibit your postcards so others could see them - before you mail them out? There is so much rich cultural history in such an exceptional collection.
Pictures are in a post below in this thread.
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- my father past away in May 2020.