Fall's Full Swing At Walter's Park ...

“Some of the days in November carry the whole memory of summer as a fire opal carries the color of moon rise.”

              ~ Gladys Taber

                ~ 1899-1980

 ~author of 59 books, including the Stillmeadow books, & columnist for Ladies’ Home Journal & Family Circle

Surrounded by the brilliant fall foliage of early November, the swings at Walter’s Park, Phillipsburg, New Jersey stir memories of summer fun on a beautiful autumn afternoon.

Yet who says swings are just for warm weather? Not me!

The picturesque Walter’s Park is home to a pool, pavilion, picnic areas, half-mile walking track, basketball court, fitness equipment, play pieces for ages 2 to 12, baseball field, soccer/football field and tennis courts.

The current swimming pool, built in 1955, is set to be replaced in 2022.

 

Nostalgic Change ...

“I love the nostalgic myself. I hope we never lose some of the things of the past.”

                  ~ Walt Disney

                     ~ 1901-1966

My vintage Uncle Sam’s 3 Coin Register Bank is displayed on a swing among the autumn leaves on a beautiful late November afternoon at the Bethlehem Rose Garden, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

This bank was my Dad’s when he was a child, and it eventually became my bank when I was kid, and I love it (I hope he doesn’t want it back now!)

First made in 1907, the Uncle Sam’s 3 Coin Register Banks made their way to many kids and adults from the 1920s-1970s. Once you deposit more than 25 cents into its cash register-shaped slot and pull the lever, the money is locked in and only opens in the front when it reaches $10 and the numbers turn over and read 00.00.

I presented the image in sepia to enhance the nostalgic feel.

Snow with Swing!