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#ThrowbackThursday #tbt: Miss Grumpy Face

April 24, 2014 By Lena

In 2014, I will be participating in #tbt courtesy of the Epson Expression Premium XP-810 Small–in–One printer, the ultimate choice for scanning and printing. Ultra powerful and ultra slim, it produces stunning borderless photos and documents quickly and affordably. Featuring the ultimate in wireless printing, the XP-810 makes it easier than ever to print from your iPad, iPhone, tablet or smartphone, whether in your home or out and about.

Well, it looks like we’re back to the friend’s house with the snazzy carpet. Did we visit every weekend, and take pictures every time? Because a large portion of my childhood photos have their groovy home as the backdrop. Regardless, here I am looking less than pleased… and I can only guess why.

Was it because my brother and I were dressed up in matching outfits? It’s hard to miss the tidal wave of orange and brown. (Why my mom got a pass from the pumpkin-and-potato combination, I do not know.)

Were the orange socks – not quite knee highs, but not quite ankle socks either – cutting off my circulation? Doubtful, as my scrawny little legs looked comfortable enough dangling from the chair.

Or was it simply because we were at the same damned friend’s house for the 42nd weekend in a row? Jeez folks! Let’s take a break!

Whatever the cause, I donned my grumpiest of faces and stoically refused to smile for the camera.

Say cheese? I don’t think so.

Filed Under: Family Tagged With: #tbt, #throwbackthursday, Epson Expression Premium XP-810 Small–in–One

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  1. jaimeem

    April 24, 2014 at 9:02 am

    I know this is a little off, but I really love those stools/chairs you and your brother are sitting on! Haha. And you both still look adorable (even is you are dressed pumpkin and potato-esque)

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:53 pm

      I love them too Jaime! Love the wicker, and the craftsmanship was probably fabulous back then!

  2. Chandra Christine O'Connor

    April 24, 2014 at 9:50 am

    you are still adorable,

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:54 pm

      Thank you Chandra :)

  3. heather robbins

    April 24, 2014 at 10:37 am

    Very cute!

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:54 pm

      Thanks Heather!

  4. Darrah Bailey

    April 24, 2014 at 10:39 am

    Soooo cute! LOL

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:54 pm

      Thank you Darrah :)

  5. Judy C (Judy Cowan)

    April 24, 2014 at 11:01 am

    Still very cute, even with a grumpy face!

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:54 pm

      Hahaha thanks Judy!

  6. Anne Taylor

    April 24, 2014 at 12:20 pm

    Those wee eyes of yours were chalk full of attitude lol

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:55 pm

      Weren’t they? I feel like I was staring someone down!

  7. Victoria

    April 24, 2014 at 12:24 pm

    Gladys…pure beauty.

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:56 pm

      :) Can you believe I’m the same age now as she was when this photo was taken?

  8. Flora M

    April 24, 2014 at 12:35 pm

    Just too funny, you crack me up Lena !
    It could also be because they were taking another photo of you LOL I know when I was growing up, every “visit” to a relatives house became a photo shoot, and I was thinking like “enough with the pictures, just let me go play” LOL

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:58 pm

      You know what Flora? I think you might be correct!

  9. Susan T.

    April 24, 2014 at 3:14 pm

    You two are super cute, grumpy or not! I have tons of pictures of me looking grumpy both as a kid and recently! :)

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:58 pm

      :) Glad it wasn’t just me!

  10. MrDisco

    April 24, 2014 at 3:19 pm

    grumpy cat has competition

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:59 pm

      Oooh… I think he does!

  11. Marissa

    April 24, 2014 at 6:59 pm

    Miss Grumpy face, you still look very cute!!

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:59 pm

      Hahaha thanks Marissa!

  12. Victoria Ess

    April 25, 2014 at 11:16 am

    You look so cute!

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:59 pm

      Thanks Victoria!

  13. nicky

    April 25, 2014 at 1:14 pm

    cute #tbt – gotta love those orange socks!

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:59 pm

      I know! I almost want a pair now!

  14. sarah sar

    April 25, 2014 at 1:18 pm

    Awwwww you still look so cute! Love these vintage photos. More of them please!

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 6:59 pm

      Will do Sarah!

  15. A.Smith

    April 25, 2014 at 10:52 pm

    I don’t think that’s a grumpy face… it looks more like you are reflecting on where you would rather be, lol

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 7:01 pm

      Perhaps!! Probably wanted to run off and play rather than posing!

  16. Lynda Cook

    April 26, 2014 at 2:27 am

    you still look adorable grumpy face and all, and I like your dress you look like a little doll!

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 7:01 pm

      Thank you Lynda!

  17. Darlene Schuller

    April 26, 2014 at 6:04 pm

    lol !! You’re still such a sweetie even looking like a little sourpuss :)

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 7:01 pm

      Aw, thanks Darlene!

  18. Michael

    April 26, 2014 at 7:08 pm

    Cute pic, looks just like Zoogie (Reid)

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 7:02 pm

      I know, he is a carbon copy of me for sure!

  19. Teresa Claire

    April 26, 2014 at 8:23 pm

    That’s your grumpy face?? You still look sweet!

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 7:02 pm

      I’m sure I could go grumpier… :)

  20. Cheryl Grandy

    April 27, 2014 at 6:04 pm

    Nice picture. All three of you look good. I love your dress.

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 7:02 pm

      Thank you Cheryl!

  21. Melinda L.

    May 1, 2014 at 10:22 am

    Hahaha, don’t worry, I’ve pulled the exact expression while at Disneyland and refusing to smile while my photo was taken with Beauty and the Beast.

    • Lena

      May 3, 2014 at 7:03 pm

      Oh no! Hahaha that must be a great photo!

  22. kathy downey

    March 15, 2016 at 2:32 pm

    I cerytainly see where you got your beauty from!

  23. kathy downey

    October 23, 2016 at 10:35 am

    I love those shoes you have on,can you still get those !!

  24. kathy downey

    August 19, 2017 at 4:40 pm

    You sure were a cutie !

  25. kathy downey

    September 30, 2017 at 10:01 am

    Your Mother was certainly a beautiful woman,i see where you get your beauty from !

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