Jiminy Cricket
Ever since Carol was a young girl, she would use the phrase, “Jiminy Cricket,” as am exclamation of surprise, anxiety, shock, or wonderment.
Over the years she grew fond of the phrase, almost without thinking.
After she was married to Rich, the phrase took on additional meaning as she learned how in the story of Pinocchio, Jiminy Cricket serves as a sort of conscience or mentor to the wooden puppet. He accompanies Pinocchio on his adventures and tries to guide him towards making good choices.
Since Carol enjoyed the character of Jiminy, Rich decided to start a collection of Jiminy Crickets that she could display and be reminded of her youth, having a good conscience, and how much she was cherished. Over the years her family has added to the collection, so that now she can also be reminded of the love of not only her husband, but her family.
Over the years she grew fond of the phrase, almost without thinking.
After she was married to Rich, the phrase took on additional meaning as she learned how in the story of Pinocchio, Jiminy Cricket serves as a sort of conscience or mentor to the wooden puppet. He accompanies Pinocchio on his adventures and tries to guide him towards making good choices.
Since Carol enjoyed the character of Jiminy, Rich decided to start a collection of Jiminy Crickets that she could display and be reminded of her youth, having a good conscience, and how much she was cherished. Over the years her family has added to the collection, so that now she can also be reminded of the love of not only her husband, but her family.
First Gift from Rich to Carol - 2005
Special Painting
This painting of Jiminy Cricket was obtained by Rich as a Christmas present, 2022, for Carol. The artist is Kent of Kentpaints.com. Since his studio is in Florida, Rich and Carol flew to Orlando to obtain the painting from the artist himself. They had the painting framed by Hobby Lobby.
Jiminy at Disney
Rich and Carol visited Disney World, Orlanod, in 2012. While they were there, Carol was able to find and enjoy a statue of Jiminy Cricket.
The Parade
Jiminy was one of the characters on the Main Sreet Bus as the parade passed us by while we were at Disney World.
First Commissioned Art
When Rich was in Disney Springs, he took a picture of a painting that hung on the wall in the Disney store. He commissioned Granddaughter, Sophia, to draw the painting for a Christmas present for Grandma Carol. Sophia, age 7, drew this and gave it to Grandma Carol for Christmas, 2016.
The Early Collection
The earliest pieces in the collection are now displayed on a special shelf - each one a special memory.
Christmas - 2023
Carol received some special Jiminy Crickets for Christmas - Left to Right:
Hot Wheels car, insulated mug, McDonald's toy Jiminy, Carousel Horse Jiminy, glass Jiminy from Disney World (Given by Jeremy, Amanda, Lewis and Myles), Funko Pop! Movie Poster: Disney 100 - Pinocchio, Pinocchio & Jiminy Cricket, cloth magnet Jiminy (to be worn on one's shoulder to symbolize the conscience)
Hot Wheels car, insulated mug, McDonald's toy Jiminy, Carousel Horse Jiminy, glass Jiminy from Disney World (Given by Jeremy, Amanda, Lewis and Myles), Funko Pop! Movie Poster: Disney 100 - Pinocchio, Pinocchio & Jiminy Cricket, cloth magnet Jiminy (to be worn on one's shoulder to symbolize the conscience)
Christmas 2024
Rich gave Carol these Jiminy Crickets for her birthday and Christmas, 2024.- Left to Right
Schmid Disney Jiminy Crickey Music Box "When You Wish Upon A Star" - Jiminy Cricket Mini Snow Globe - Jiminy Cricket by Disney - Disney Mickey's Christmas Carol Jiminy Cricket Ghost of Christmas Past Keychain - Disney JIMINY CRICKET from PINOCCHIO Thimble by Disney Sterling Classic England
Schmid Disney Jiminy Crickey Music Box "When You Wish Upon A Star" - Jiminy Cricket Mini Snow Globe - Jiminy Cricket by Disney - Disney Mickey's Christmas Carol Jiminy Cricket Ghost of Christmas Past Keychain - Disney JIMINY CRICKET from PINOCCHIO Thimble by Disney Sterling Classic England
Special Jiminy's
Vintage 2021
Jim Shore Conscience Medal
Disneykin - Alphabet Figurine - Swarovski Crystal
Christmas, 2017,gift from Jeremy, Amanda, Lewis and Myles - Jim Shore - Christmas present from Rich
Someday You Will Be a Real Boy
Large Wooden Carved Jiminy from Bronner's - Frankenmuth, Michigan - Christmas 2021
Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide
Lenox China Jiminy - 2016
Collectors Club - 2016
Jiminy Cricket Goes to War
According to the Smithsonian Magazine, Walt Disney established a unit devoted to producing customized military unit insignia free of charge for U.S. armed forces and their allies fighting in World War II. .Jiminy Cricket appeared in 24 of such insignias made.
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The insignia for the USS Plaice (SS-390), shows a Jiminy Cricket holding a torpedo, ready to launch it at an enemy ship. The USS Placie was a Balao-class submarine, named for the plaice, one of the various American flatfish; summer flounder. She participated in the Pacific War campaign of World War II, receiving six battle stars for her service. She served from 1943 to 1947.
Carol received thjis patch to add to her Jominy collection. |
This patch used by the 23rd TASS shows the Disney cartoon character “Jiminy Cricket” using his Walkie-talkie/umbrella as a parachute. This squadron had flown airborne reconnaissance and interdiction missions in support of an operation along the Ho Chi Minh Trail called OPERATION CRICKET, and they picked up the nickname of “Crickets.”
FAC signifies the Forward Air Control Forward air controllers (FACs) played a significant part in the Vietnam War from the very start. Largely relegated to airborne duty by the constraints of jungled terrain, FACs began operations as early as 1962. 23rd TASS signifies the 23rd Tactical Air Support Squadron." |
1979 Matchbox Jiminy Cricket car - gift for Valentine's Day, 2024 from Rich
18th Wedding Anniversary
Both the traditional and modern 18th wedding anniversary gift, Porcelain is long-lasting and durable, just like your marriage after 18 years together.
Rich gave Carol these vintage Disney Jiminy Cricket Porcelain Figurines as a present.
Rich gave Carol these vintage Disney Jiminy Cricket Porcelain Figurines as a present.
