This year TW thought it would be fun to showcase some of her old peace buttons on this year's peace globe. There were plenty more where these came from but they got lost in the move or they fell apart years ago. We couldn't think of anything to top our animated one from last year.
The buttons are from the demonstrations she went to in her youth. The slogan is one they used to chant as they marched up Sixth Avenue from Times Square to Central Park in New York City. In Central Park—a half a million strong—they listened to such speakers as Bella Abzug, the Berrigan Brothers and Daniel Ellsberg and sang along to music from Pete Seeger, Joan Baez, Jackson Browne and Peter, Paul & Mary.
Wonder if these buttons are worth anything today? I should try to sell them on e-bay. I'm sure The Women wouldn't mind.
Vintage buttons for sale!! |
Peace, love & purrs!
ReplyDeleteThis is our 5th - we have stood up, sat down, given raspberries and maaaed. None of that worked 'cause there is no Peace. This year we are smiling. We hope it works.
ReplyDeleteTW's peace buttons are wonderful! What a cool idea and perfect remembrance. Peace to you, CK...and TW & Pops. You are all such dear friends to us.
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May be peace be with you Keisha and your family. Have a marvellous Monday.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes Molly
My human always gets really upset when she sees all this vintage peace stuff because 1) she wasn't quite old enough to experience this awesome time and missed the good times, and 2) WHAT HAPPENED?? All these people were supposed to change the world and... well, there is no way of pussy-footing around: they FAILED! Maybe we kitties can do it better.
ReplyDeleteNamaste, Keisha. Namaste, friends.
ReplyDeleteVery cool CK and my Dad just had a flashback!
ReplyDeleteI think The Women will be furry upset if you sell her cool buttons on E-bay !!
ReplyDeletePEACE , LOVE and UNDERSTANDING to you too <3
I don't know, CK, I think TW will be pretty upset if you sell them...they are pretty cool! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat memories and great story behind the buttons. You did good with your peace graphic. We like it.
ReplyDeleteVery well done CK and it's nice to see TW's buttons. Peace!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous thought for today! And the memories those buttons brought back to my Mommy!
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Nellie
Great buttons! So glad she kept them. Don't sell them, wear them again!
ReplyDeleteMay those buttons never go out of style!
ReplyDeleteI hope you're wearing some today.
Peace and purrs,
Maggie
Haha, I'm not sure if TW likes when you sell these buttons on e-bay :-) They are pretty cool!
ReplyDeletePeace and purrs to you!!
CK
ReplyDeleteWe think you did a pawsome peace globe this year and that you are very creative.
Dona Nobis Pacem
Beautiful globe and touching words.
We are peace cat bloggers today too!
*Angel Abby*
Love the buttons CK! Wishing everyone peace!
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful post, CK. Peace is a long time coming, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteWe are wishing, purring and praying for peace for all beings. Today and every day.
CK, many moons ago I too collected all sorts of buttons and had a few peace signs, peace statements. Just recently, I purchased a jewel to attach to my running shoes that says PEACE with some bling around it. Any reminder that it's not just a word, it's a movement and a behavior.
ReplyDeleteOne day, we'll see more of it. Believe!
Purrs and stuff from the Squeedunk Cats.
An impressive peace track record.
ReplyDeletePs word to the wise, the human might be a tad more attached to the peace badges than you think...!
Beautifully done, CK. <3
ReplyDeleteSomehow we don't think TW would appreciate having her peace buttons sold. But we won't worry about that since you are the one with the teeth and claws... ;)
ReplyDeleteWe're purring for peace and wishing you a very peaceful day!
ReplyDeleteThe Paw Relations
I love all of the buttons!
ReplyDeleteThose peace buttons are so cool, CK. And yeah...they probably are worth something, though, we bet TW wouldn't want you to sell them.
ReplyDeleteWe purr for peace...today and everyday. :)
Mom lost all her buttons she collected when she was at UC Berkeley from 66-68...she was to naive to do any of the marches...still wishes she had been more activist...so we do what we can now...Peace be with us all
ReplyDeleteHappy Peace Day! Enjoyed the video.
ReplyDeleteThat is a lovely globe. I am purring for Peace today and every day.
ReplyDeletePeace out and rock on Ghetto Kitteh!! :)
ReplyDeleteMomz is all nostalgic now...she doesn't know what happened to all her buttons but she sure remembers chanting and marching...in NY and in Washington Peace to you and your folks and all furries everywhere
ReplyDeleteCK you are a hippie after our own hearts. This was just marvelous!!! So sad that some of the young folks can't relate but many of us sure can!
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We think TW is very cool! What a great peace globe, really love it! We join you today, dear friends.
ReplyDeleteGreat peace globe. We don't think you should sell TW's buttons on eBay if you want to keep peace in your house.
ReplyDeleteDona Nobis Pacem....we pray for Peace today too.
The Florida Furkids
The Human watched all 6 minutes and 43 seconds and got a little weepy. She thinks back then she really still believed that things would turn out okay.
ReplyDeleteWishing you purrfect peace. :-)
ReplyDeleteGreat post! Very nostalgic makes us think of a time when anything seemed possible.
ReplyDeleteMaybe we will feel that way again.
Peace,
Noodle
Hello darling, Just stopping by to leave a few smoochies. XOXOXO
ReplyDeletePeace to you today and everyday.
ReplyDeleteLove it! This sure brings back some memories...I think.... Just remember, there's no such thing as an old hippie. I am a first generation hippie.
ReplyDeleteYour peace post is pawsome and unique. Bet you could scoop in a pile of cash for those buttons. Seems as if TW was a bit of a wild child. Mom graduated from college in 1971 and lots of demonstrations, sit-ins, etc. were taking place on and off campus. The Bank of America, a few blocks from her apartment, was burned down, and the National Guard moved in and set up curfews. Mom even was shot at by the National Guard one night when she was coming home from work. She says those were both exciting and scary times. She really enjoyed seeing the video with P,P&M and John Denver. Thanks for sharing. Purrs and hugs, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Jo
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