Lucy and Ethel

We still love Lucy (and Ethel)...

 

What is it about Lucy and Ethel's friendship that I find so endearing?  I think it's the openness and the quick forgiveness that makes it so attractive to me.  Lately, I have been gathering all things 50s for a bridal shower for my daughter.  It began with some red dish towels with cherries on them that I saw she had registered for.  It was easy after that.  I printed up some recipe cards with cherries and distributed them with the invitation (which had a picture of Lucy and Ethel with captions).

Along with Lucy and Ethel's complete confidence in one another, I love the simplicity of the everyday normalcy of the 50s.  Things were pretty much black and white then (including the t.v. screen).  Even though it made for good entertainment, there were lessons to be learned in watching two zany women finagle everything from competing for the same dress to perform a song in, to out- doing their husbands in not caving into modern conveniences.  There was a camaraderie that I love.  Lucy was herself, and didn't put on any airs.  Ethel was patient, but when she had enough, she made it plain; and Lucy, as strong willed as she was, was able to bend for her dear friend.

It makes me think of my friends and sisters.  I am grateful for having those who put up with my zany ways.  We laugh a lot at life.  I guess this is what you do when you realize that sometimes, you can't change circumstances, but you have the blessing of having those around you who hang in there with you.