I think the thing that haunts me the most is the fact that I hunt for old feedsacks and grain sacks as vintage treasures. To this poor woman it was clothing! I think if we pulled up her raggedy sweater, we would see an open-ended sack tied to her waist by a cord (much as the children's clothes are held together).
I know that many farm wives made dresses, aprons, tablecloths and quilts from floral print feedsacks. But this is one of the old white muslin, brand stamped sacks--the kind what was usually made into dish towels and cleaning rags. This photo embodied desperation personified. It also speaks towards her ingenuity to make the most of what she had. My heart breaks for this young mother even now, after all these years.
I praise the Lord Jesus for the many blessings He has bestowed upon me. I may not have designer clothes, but mine are store bought and in reasonably good shape. I have shoes and I have food to eat (too much at times). I am truly thankful.
Just wanted to share this photo with you.
Donna
