Capitalism at it's FINEST!

Capitalism at it's FINEST!

Capitalism at it's FINEST!

The Beauty of Capitalism...

This is not a political statement but it sure shows ingenuity. We all take the moon walk in 1969 more or less for granted but here is an interesting factotum you wouldn't think of unless you were close family.

The three Apollo 11 astronauts—Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins—knew they might not make it back. Just two years earlier, during an Apollo 1 launch rehearsal, a similar capsule had caught fire, killing the entire crew. Things could go wrong; they had before.

All three had families, though, who had to share in their risks, so the astronauts tried to find some measure of security for their wives and children should the worst happen beyond the surly bonds of Earth. They did so in a very American way: by capitalizing on their fame. In the weeks before the launch, all three men autographed hundreds of envelopes, each with a special design commemorating the mission and a postage stamp celebrating a previous Apollo mission. These envelopes were to be postmarked on launch day or Moon-landing day, ideally increasing their value as collectibles. If the astronauts didn’t return, their families could sell these “insurance covers,” as they were known, to stay afloat.

Isn't it great to be an American!?!

Speaking of being an American it has been a very patriotic week for me. One of my customer's son got inducted into the Tennessee Titans Hall of Fame and they're having a big bash. So she asked me to design a Twisted Sister in their colors.  What do you think???

Then this fun woman bought a necklace from me and as her side hustle makes these fabulous Tees and T Shirts that are just perfect for this ridiculous political time. Aren't they the best? Love the message!

I hope you will check her out at: www.griffintees.com.   

Visit me at: BlingBeadedBaubles.com  for lots of new designs.

Let's chat again soon!
Please sign up your friends HERE!

All the best,
Carol

0 comments

Leave a comment

Meet the Author

Carol Tenwalde

More posts

Let's chase some rainbows!

Let's chase some rainbows!

Since moving to Arizona I have seen some of the most amazing sunrises and sunsets.... If you would like to...
Not to be taken for granted!

Not to be taken for granted!

This will probably sound weird to you... but when I was a child I was always envious of the alter...