Postcards to roxy : February 2016

February 29, 2016

Swap - Reflection on the Royal Wedding

Another beautiful Royal Wedding postcard from Jason. Thank you!

Germany - Seerose

Simona sent me one of her gorgeous photos she had printed up as postcards. So lovely!

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Germany - Tübingen multiview

Beautiful card from Pauline showcasing the tower where famous poet Friedrich Hölderlin once lived as well as the skyline and famous clock of the town hall.

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Brazil - Bristol Hotel

Excellent card featuring Brasilia's Bristol Hotel.

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February 2016 NA RR - Golden Gate Bridge DYK?

Informative and interesting history of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. Thank you, Susan!

February 2016 NA RR - Streid's Motel

The Streid Family owned and operated this popular Route 66 destination for 33 years (1957-1980). It featured a 32 unit motel and a 24-hour Standard Oil service station. It was well known for its air conditioned restaurant and cocktail lounge and featured a charcoal broiler and rotisserie that served up to 200 people. Located at the Junction of Route 150 and Route 66, Bloomington, IL.

Swap - Frida Kahlo

Many thanks to Erick for this lovely Frida Kahlo postcard. My first!

Swap - Red Bug

Beautiful red Bug from Astrid! Many thanks!

Swap - Queen and Queen Mum

What lovely spring-like colours they chose for this outing.

Germany - Elvis in Germany

Here is a fabulous postcard from Wilhelm, the #1 Postcrosser! Very exciting to receive a card from him and a wonderful Elvis card at that! Thank you!!

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China - Postcrossing Meetup - Wuxi

What a beautiful meetup postcard! Great design and signed by so many kind people.

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Finland - Yellow Tulips

Gorgeous postcard from Paula... I can't wait for the tulips to start blooming here!

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Germany - Old Shop

I love the charm of this postcard - the quaint little shop with a patron's bicycle parked there. They've run inside to buy a few treats that they will pedal home in that cute little bike basket.

Thank you, Hanna!

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Malaysia - Simone Irani

Simone Irani is a Singapore based women's wear label specializing in chic resort wear.

This postcard was promoting a pop-up boutique by the label in 2012.

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USA - Too Much to Dream Last Night

I get such a kick out of Emily the Strange. Thanks to Darby for sending me this one.

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February 26, 2016

Swap - The Duke and Duchess of York with Princess Beatrice of York

A lovely family portrait sent to me by Jason.

February 2016 NA RR - Aloha Sunset

Gorgeous sunset view from Amanda! Wish I was there.

Swap - Knitted Cables

This hand-knit postcard from Cherilyn is absolutely fabulous. Hard to scan and really do it justice. Many thanks!

Swap - The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh, 1972

Don't they make a handsome couple? I've always found it odd that a British Queen's husband is not a King, yet a British King's wife is a Queen (though she does rule as a monarch).

February 25, 2016

Swap - The Duchess of York and The Princess Beatrice

The expression on Beatrice's face just kills me! Could she be any happier?!

Swap - The Marriage of The Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer

Did you watch the Royal Wedding on tv?

Swap - Silver Jubilee

A lovely postcard from Jason commemorating the Queen's Silver Jubilee. Hard to believe how long ago that was and how long she has been Queen. I can't quite imagine life without her.

Swap - Classic Queen Elizabeth

A very classic pose of Queen Elizabeth sent to me by Jason.

February 2016 NA RR - Framed Elvis'

Beautiful Elvis card from Colleen for my collection! Thank you so much!

Swap - Three (almost) Queens

This fabulous card was sent to me by Jason and I love it!

RAS - Stuck on Canada

Dear sweet Alida has surprised me with this wonderful Grimm postcard. I have mentioned before how much I enjoy Grimm's sense of humour. Thank you my friend!

Swap - White Beetle

Astrid is just the best to swap with! She has added another fabulous VW Bug to my collection. Many thanks!

Finland - Flowers

A beautiful vase of flowers from Anna! What a breath of spring this brought to my day! Thank you!

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Swap - Shaped Queen

I am enjoying the most wonderful multi-card swap with Fiona! She is really helping me grow my Royal Family collection and I very much appreciate it! Isn't this shaped Queen card, fab!?

February 24, 2016

Swap - Irish Slang

A fun card from Claudia. Useful to know if planning a trip to Ireland.

Italy - Palermo

Gorgeous postcard (with detachable bookmark) showcasing the Massimo Theatre that was built in 1870.

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February 23, 2016

RAS - Things I Didn't See in Canada

A little bit of Grimm humour from Alida. Love it! Thank you!

February 2016 NA RR - Niagara Falls in Winter

A beautiful view of Niagara Falls in winter. I'm always happy when I open up my mailbox and find Niagara Falls. This one is extra special because of that crazy Valentine, Texas postmark. It is huge and it is awesome! Thank you, Robin!