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I grew up as a 1970's teen - 1980's college, and ALWAYS had music on while I was doing homework and reading for school.   I truly believe it helps me concentrate!   As a result, I always have something on while I'm working here.  I sometimes listen to a CD, and sometimes the radio, but I believe that music keeps me alert and motivated.  My favorites are oldies, jazz, and Broadway music.

On the other hand - I absolutely cannot work with the tv on.  I never turn it on during daytime hours.

If you sell online, I would be curious as to what you listen to while you are working!

Item of the Day: Anthropomorphic Train Valentine

This little die-cut vintage Valentine is especially cute!  It features a sad train engine and reads, "I"ll just give up, if you won't be mine!"   It is a Hallmark card, 1950's to 1960's vintage.  Anthropomorphic Valentines are among my favorites - they have such a unique vintage charm.   This little cutie is at Birdhouse Books (train card).  You'll find hundreds of more unique vintage Valentines in my store.

Item of the Day: Mother Goose and Nursery Rhymes, 1970 limited edition

This is such a charming vintage children's book - I just had to share it!  It is called Mother Goose and Nursery Rhymes and it was printed Christmas 1970 for Consulting Engineer Magazine.  The beautiful illustrations are wood engravings by Philip Reed.   It is very rare, and even more charming than it is rare!   Here are a few photos - and you will find this book at Birdhouse Books:

More Pairs of Vintage Dog Playing Cards

I've had so much fun with vintage dog playing cards this week!   These cards are among my favorite things to list.   Dogs and ephemera together -- a perfect combination!    Here are a few more pairs of vintage dog cards from Birdhouse Books.

Jack Russell Terrier dogs popping up from a crate labeled Special Handling:

West Highland Terrier dog and doghouse - 1930's to 1940's vintage, especially nice:

Wirehair Fox Terrier dog peeking out of a ship porthole:

Puppy dog playing in a hat box:

Dachshund dog - three views - really nice:

1960's vintage Terrier dog illustration - would look great framed!

Again, all these cards and many more are at Birdhouse Books on eBay.

Vintage Playing Cards in Pairs

Hi eBay friends!

I'm starting to list pairs of vintage playing cards.   These are sets of two cards that go together.   They look especially nice framed together ... I like them in a single frame.   Just wanted to share a few photos with you!   You will find more here:  pairs of vintage playing cards at Birdhouse Books.

Dalmatian dog puppies carrying flower pots:

Cute Terrier mix dog in a Tam O'Shanter hat:

Folk art of hot air balloons over a town:

Especially nice 1930's vintage cards of a romantic couple on a ship: