Pretty Package
Most trips to the mailbox result in junk mail that goes straight to the trash and bills that go straight to the desk to get paid. So when I recently went to mailbox and saw something strapped to the door--it caught my attention. And, when the envelope looks likes this, who wouldn't be excited to be getting whatever was inside. The return address was from a fellow quilter. I got to know her through my job at American Patchwork & Quilting magazine and have always enjoyed talking with her. But, I certainly wasn't expecting anything from her. It wasn't my birthday. It wasn't even Christmas. Just a hot, humid Iowa summer day.
With a pair of scissors I carefully opened the envelope, wanting to save this piece of art. Inside, two pieces of cardboard carefully wrapped something about 8 inches square. I snipped the tape and opened the package...and quickly melted to tears. It was our precious children in our Christmas card from 2009, now forever preserved on a scrapbook page. The personal note on the back made it even more touching and something that I will treasure forever. Thank you dear friend.
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With a pair of scissors I carefully opened the envelope, wanting to save this piece of art. Inside, two pieces of cardboard carefully wrapped something about 8 inches square. I snipped the tape and opened the package...and quickly melted to tears. It was our precious children in our Christmas card from 2009, now forever preserved on a scrapbook page. The personal note on the back made it even more touching and something that I will treasure forever. Thank you dear friend.
Remember to visit my August 28 post --leave a comment and have a chance to win a prize.
What a thoughtful friend!
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I bet your heart just melted. What a neat addition to your scrapbook. You know that there are 12 x 12 canvas out there you put put one of your favorite pages on and then hang.
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What a wonderful surprise you found at the mailbox!! It is so exciting to discover something special, made especially just for YOU.
I would like to be able to think of that kind of expression, and then actually DO it!!
Lucky you!
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Love your blog. You always showcase Iowa and its people in such wonderful light. And the new photo of you is awesome! Hoping to see you in Des Moines in October. Was shooting for Ames, but couldn't make it Friday.
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