Old-fashioned handkerchiefs, aka hankies, may be making an appearance in my life. Now that spring has finally arrived, pollen has started wafting through the breeze, precipitating an increased need for a nasal moisture collector.
The other day, during my hunt through the sewing cupboard for a button, I came across a box of handkerchiefs that belonged to my mother-in-law. I pawed thru the collection of hankies and became lost in the patterns of the printed cloth, the delicate lace edging, the fine embroidery. Some of the hankies would be suitable for only a tear or two with no nasal involvement at all. Others would hold up to a good blow.
So I’m thinking of giving a few of the hardier variety a launder and a press, and tucking a couple into my handbag. So much classier than digging a wadded up and tattered paper tissue from my pocket, don’t you think?
Luanna Stewart has been creating adventures for her imaginary friends since childhood. She spends her days writing spicy contemporary romance, paranormal romance, and historical romance. When not torturing her heroes and heroines, she’s in her kitchen baking something delicious. She lives in Nova Scotia with her patient husband, one spoiled cat, and five hens.
3 comments:
Great idea, Luanna! I'm sure your mother-in-law would approve.
I agree with the hankies being a great alternative to a wadded up tissue! Hm=m-m I may of some of those from my mom. I will be checking the dresser drawers later today.
Allergies seem really bad already this year!
Good post~
I have a stash of hankies from my early years. Not the larger ones that can handle a good nose blow. Those were always a man's handkerchief. We ladies are much more delicate. However, using a hankie or handkerchief does cut down on tissue but then adds to laundry.
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