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Re: JimmyA
That's very possible, Wiley. And that's why I apologized for not knowing it. Perhaps with a little research I may be able to narrow down this woman's identity, but for now, the uniqueness of the story will just have to stand on its own. 
posted by
JimmyA
on January 25, 2013 at 11:14 AM
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JimmyA
I'll only get goosebumps if I learn the artist's name, I might have a painting by her.
posted by
WileyJohn
on January 25, 2013 at 10:44 AM
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Thanks, adnohr, although it seems that a few people may be having trouble completely believing it. Yes, I've heard of such things before, and as always, you can either accept it as a true tale, or dismiss it altogether. For one reason or another, I believe that the series of events the woman laid out is indeed factual, and this tale can now be chalked up to "strange happenings."
posted by
JimmyA
on January 24, 2013 at 8:08 AM
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Skeptical as well, Utah? I guess there might have been a way to spin the story in such a manner to accommodate all of the elements, and with the artist having long since departed, there would obviously be no way of truly verifying it. However . . . 
posted by
JimmyA
on January 24, 2013 at 8:04 AM
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Re: Jimmy
That's fair, Naut. Sure, there's always the possibility that the story was either completely false, or the woman took certain "liberties" to embellish it. But going on the assumption that it's completely true, remarkable would be the word to use!
posted by
JimmyA
on January 24, 2013 at 8:02 AM
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I knew what you meant, sam. It's one of those incidents where the price on the painting is more or less meaningless, since I'm sure the family would never part with it. It's really the amazing story behind it . . . 
posted by
JimmyA
on January 24, 2013 at 8:00 AM
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I guess that's one way to put it, lustor. I suppose it will now fall under the category of the "unexplained."
posted by
JimmyA
on January 24, 2013 at 7:55 AM
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If you're not watching it now, FSI, I think you will be! Like I said, some of the pieces that people have brought in are amazing in and of themselves, but sometimes some of the stories attached to them are even more amazing! Tune in . . . you won't be disappointed!
posted by
JimmyA
on January 24, 2013 at 7:54 AM
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Re: what a wonderful story and of course they wouldn't be selling this painting
It was a bit of a mystery, Kabu, but you're right. Obviously this woman and her husband could never sell this painting, regardless of the auction price placed on it. I wonder how their daughters felt after hearing this story when they were old enough to understand such things.
posted by
JimmyA
on January 24, 2013 at 7:52 AM
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No goosebumps here, nor surprise. These kind of things happen often, but unfortunately are not told or not believed. Lovely post!
posted by
adnohr
on January 24, 2013 at 12:41 AM
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Well, when you look at something long enough...
posted by
UtahJay
on January 23, 2013 at 1:54 PM
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Jimmy
A remarkable story! But, skeptic that I am, I'll just say I dunno...
posted by
Nautikos
on January 23, 2013 at 1:39 PM
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How utterly amazing! I am astounded and at a loss for words! INCREDIBLE! The value of the painting of course! NO, NO, it's the story, I just couldn't resist! sam 
posted by
sam444
on January 23, 2013 at 12:09 PM
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interesting and weird at the same time
posted by
Lanetay
on January 23, 2013 at 11:03 AM
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Oh yes, reading this entry did give me a few goosebumps. It's something how the couple had two twins of their own...You have me wanting to watch Antiques Roadshow.
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on January 23, 2013 at 9:34 AM
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what a wonderful story and of course they wouldn't be selling this painting
a family treasure indeed. Some things just can't be explained.
posted by
Kabu
on January 23, 2013 at 9:32 AM
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