Monday, July 18, 2011

Wonderful Gift from a Special Friend

My dearest friend Donna (visit her blog here) told me she was making something for me, something small but special! How I thank God for the amazing friendship we have, she is very special to me, always caring and so thoughtful! She always cares about me and my family, my work, my love, my life, my hobbies, ... and we share everything together! She always brings joy to my life with a sweet friendship and thoughtfulness. We have so many things in common, same hobbies, same month of birthday, and our sweethearts are both great! :)

One day she notified me "something special" was on the way, so excited! We waited and prayed, again and again, for our "Dove" arriving safely and soundly, over the mountains and the Pacific Ocean! We were very excited, really excited while waiting! When my Mom called at Monday noon to tell our "Dove" had just arrived my home, oh God, my heart jumped up and down, I wrote her right away to tell the "hot news", and she was also so excited as much as I was!!!

I came home from work and rushed into my room. I guessed something would be in the box before, but when I opened it, I just cried...! There was so many beautiful stuff she made especially for me, I took every item out with tears in my eyes, I could feel the LOVE she put in each of them, I was really really touched...

The FRIEND album she sent me is her first Word album, but it came out fabulous! I love it ever so much, and obviously, I was special!

I cried again when I opened each page...
The "R", with a beautiful crochet butterfly, everything little in it carried a Love message from her heart to mine...

The "I", with many beautiful ideas and creations in, only came from LOVE...

The "E", oh how I love these pretty flowers, with some lovely tags included for me to fill in with anything I would like...

The "N", so vintage, so beautiful and I believe the folded round in green paper at the center with a pretty flower on is an "O" from the word "lOve"...

And the "D", look like you are opening the doors when you take the button and open it out. It's the room filled with LOVE, just open it to feel overwhelmed! But I will not worry if it's closed, as her love is all around here!

She asked me to be honest with her first word album, oh which word I can say better than WONDERFUL! "Yes, Donna, only a very talented woman can make such a wonderful album like this herself! And you made it with love, so it's much more amazing! Believe me!"

She also made me feel I'm special with this: "The crochet heart is from mine to yours! Just give it a couple of squishes and the aroma of Lavender will fill the room!". Soooo sweet!!!
 

"And I'm going to try to squeeze in some yarn for you to play with!"...

Such a beautiful yarn, so soft and lovely! The other yarn below is very beautiful, she was so careful to press it in a plastic bag with a Food Saver machine, so it can fit the box easier!
I kept my patience not to cut it out until I can take a picture, and oh my, look these beautiful yarn when I took it out of the bag! How I just love love love them!!!

And here are two jars of jam she made, one Strawberry and one Mango. I and my family have just enjoyed it and must say it's so yummy! We all love it! The most delicious jam I've ever tried!

Many beautiful flower seeds for my Mom...

And a very lovely card with her hand-writing letters on... Each word in it touched my heart, so much...

I love all of them, each of them, it meant a lot to me. I told her, it's not only a gift, it's a GREAT gift from a heart to a heart! What I could expect more?!!

I appreciate this more than I can say. Thank you my dear friend for making me such a wonderful and unique gift! A huge hug and thank you both - Donna and Don - for your love and thoughtfulness to a friend from so far away...

Thank you everyone for your visit and taking the time to read my post today. I would love to share you all my feeling and my happiness that the friendship has been bringing to me. Thank you for your lovely comments of encouragement so far...

Best wishes to everyone and enjoy your gorgeous new week ahead! Enjoy the friendship you have and Happy Blogging!!!

Until next time, x

26 comments:

Donna said...

Oh my Dear Sweet Friend!

Your kind words touch my heart so much! I cried while reading your post. Good friends are so very hard to find, and online, I never expected to find a friend, especially someone as special as you!

I can hardly wait to see photos of how you fill your album, the beautiful items you make with your yarn and the flowers your Mother grows when the rainy season ends!

Many blessings, Dear Friend,
Donna
grandma4five

Unknown said...

How beautiful.. you certainly have a special friend there.
beautully made gifts.. :))

Tammy@T's Daily Treasures said...

How wonderful and what a blessing! Wow! Her first word journal is really beautiful! And I love the little crocheted heart. Homemade jam is the best. No doubt you will do wonderful things with those yarns. Enjoy and have a great new week. Tammy

lilybets said...

The album is beautiful,so all the rest!!.I love this friendship coming from blogger world e heating heart !.

Raine and Sage said...

What a beautiful gift and sentiments. Donna is very talented, and a friend to hold onto. What a lovely post. Look forward to seeing how your Mum's flowers bloom! x

Ames and Tash said...

Oh this is such a lovely story. I understand why there were tears in your eyes. Thank you for sharing this, it is very inspiring xo Ames

susie said...

What a wonderful gift from your friend .. WAUW !!!!!
I've been crying while reading your words and felt the love between you two. This friendship is so precious my dear !

The album she made is GORGEOUS !!!!!!!
I can imagine what a happy feeling you must have :)

Take care, sweet girl !

Aisyah Helga said...

Those are such lovely gifts to receive! The album is beautiful! You're very lucky to have a generous and lovely friend!

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El Olor de Cádiz said...

HOLA LOVESTITCH!!! QUE GUSTO SALUDARTE!!!! ANTE TODO, QUIERO DARTE LAS GRACIAS, POR HABER DEJADO UN ENCANTADOR COMENTARIO EN MI BLOG!!!! ACABO DE VER ESTE REGALITO QUE HAS RECIBIDO, Y ME HE QUEDADO SIN PALABRAS!!!! POR EL TRABAJO TAN MAGNIFICO, QUE HA REALIZADO DONNA, PERO SORPRENDIDA, POR TUS PRECIOSAS PALABRAS, QUE LE DEDICAS A TU AMIGA, DANDOLE LAS GRACIAS. ERAN PALABRAS DULCES, Y SINCERAS, SALIDAS DEL CORAZON. LA VERDAD ES QUE ME HA EMOCIONADO MUCHO, Y ESO QUE NI TE CONOZCO A TI, NI A ELLA, PERO QUE ENVIDIA SANA ME HA DADO!!!! ME ALEGRO POR TI Y POR ELLA, DE QUE TENGAIS ESTE TIPO DE AMISTAD. YO TAMBIEN ESTOY HACIENDO AMIGAS BLOGUERAS, DESDE QUE ME DECIDI PARTICIPAR EN LOS DISTINTOS BLOGS. ENHORABUENA, POR SER TAN BUENAS AMIGAS. BESOS DESDE CADIZ, ESPAÑA.

Penelope said...

Oh what a gorgeously thoughtful gift, what a special friend you have in Donna. It's so exciting receiving parcel, I just love it too, Savour each and every moment xox Penelope

Teresa Kasner said...

Oh my goodness, such a beautiful collection of gifts - you must be very loved by your friend.
((hugs)), Teresa :-)

Josie said...

Wow, what a truly special gift from the heart. It's so unique and beautiful, what a real treasure. You deserve it, always spreading your own kind words of support and love! Have the loveliest week and enjoy your special gift :-) xJosie

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Madeleine said...

Wow! That photo album is just amazing - I want one too! :D

Leah said...

What a stunning post! Such an amazing, special gift - you're a lucky girl! Have a fabulous week. L x

Crocheteando said...

Wow! What a wonderful gifts you received!!! I can imagine your face while opening the pack...
Have a nice week my friend

lovestitch said...

Dear my friends!
Thank you so much for warming my heart with all your kind words, they meant a lot to me! I'm so moved with your sharing and understanding on our story. Yes, friendship is always wonderful and so precious to all of us! I truly appreciate every precious one I have in life!
Just let you know you all did make me happy so much! Once again, thank you!!!
Hope your week will be great! xo

Anonymous said...

A huge gift of care and thoughtfulness from your good friend. I share your happiness. They're marvelous and so beautiful. I've problem in posting comments with google a/c. Only "Anonymous" does. This is Terrie http://terriekwong.blogspot.com/ I'll follow you too.

Nuestras meriendas y manualidades said...

Hola he visitado su blog y me ha gustado mucho sus trabajos
Saludos Mayte

Mindy said...

What a beautiful and wonderful gift!! How touching.

chrisartist said...

That is the most beautiful gift.
Very happy for you and thanks for sharing
Chris

Sandy said...

WOW, lovely gifts, that's quite a haul.

Celeste said...

Salut,
de retour de vacances et à mes visites.

Ce travail est simplement MAGMIFIQUE.....il mérite 5***** quelle créativité, félicitations.
Cordialement.Celeste

daperfectmix said...

I read this post yesterday and wasn't able to comment due to technical problems. I wish I could remember everything I wrote yesterday. This is such a beautiful gift. I love how emotional and positive you always are. Friendship is a blessing and it is so apparent in this post. I know you will enjoy your gifts from your wonderful friend!

Send gifts to pakistan said...

it's just a huge gift of care and thoughtfulness from your friend..looks heart touching.

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