SPT- Friends, Old and New
Technically, I am not in this photo. But as I thought about the friends I have had for many years and the friends I have had for just a few months, this basket of love and happiness came immediately to my mind.
It is full of cards from ALL my friends, old and new- birthday wishes, thank yous, thinking of yous, just because... And it is where I turn when I need to be reminded of good things, including the good in me. Each card has words of kindness, love and appreciation. Many of them are handmade which is a generous gift in itself. Every card is a blessing and comes from someone who is dear to me.
When it isn't possible to call a friend, see a friend, have lunch with a friend- my friends are still there for me! Tucked into this little basket that sits by my computer. It reminds me every day that I am blessed to have such wonderful friends!
{Do NOT miss Jill's post. The quotes alone make it worth checking out!
Add her sentiments and it makes a fabulous post about friendship!}
Add her sentiments and it makes a fabulous post about friendship!}
posted by jenn | 5/22/2007
13 Comments:
I'm so happy you're posting again, and this isn't even a catch-up post.
I save all the cards I receive too, and sometimes when they're piling up I wonder if I'm silly to keep them but you articulated it beautifully. I save them to be reminded, especially on the days when the real thing is not available.
P.S. What's up with the nice comment about my post but no actual comment on my post??
What a great idea! It's wonderful that you have a place to put all that love.
I too like to look back over my Good Mail, esp after a bad day or when I am needing a lift. Actually, I got Good Mail from you today - thanks. I'm envious of your super neat handwriting!
love that you keep your cards, too. i have an overloaded bulletin board but it brings me so much happiness that i don't care if it is crowded--
I finally found some time to catch up on all your posts. What a treasure! Every one is so interesting. And I loved your Paris pictures (and Jill's and Michelle's). I miss talking to you so much. How sad that we're both too busy for that. That's too busy! Love you!
I love your take on this. It's so true. There is always a way to stay connect and know you are loved.
I love it. I save cards, too, but not in any especially pleasing or accessible way, I'll have to remedy that. I love your handwriting too!!
The basket is a good idea. I save a lot but not everything (anymore). My basement is overwhelming because I save way too much.
okay this might seem like a wierd comment.. I saw your blog thru kristi's I think..
on your sil Elizabeth's bday post you mention the name sauter... and then I saw a comment by mom- georgia... I am wondering if you are from Poulsbo? Maybe I am way off.. but I am wondering... I remember a gergia sauter from there, with a big family... and my parents grew up with her.. I can't remember her maiden name..ugh.. it is on the tip of my tounge! my maiden name is davis- my parents are bill and ellen.. hopefully you dont' think I am some psycho... just thought it was a wierd quinky dink!
my blog is www.chamberlainstory.blogspot.com
if you want to send an answer that way....
okay wait... I just clicked on your sisters page.. and then found your moms... it is georgia sauter from wa.. it has to be the same lady.. and your face looks so familiar to me.... do you remember the Davis' in Poulsbo? I know your mom will... to wierd! I think my parents grew up with your mom.. I totally remember visiting your home in poulsbo with your big play room! WIERD!!!
My sister Cami lives in Lehi.. I know there are tons of people there I wish I new the name of her ward or stake but don't ...anyway.. hope you'll email me. Your mom is in Texas now? WOW.. but your sister is in Seattle... we are near Puyallup...
Anyway..hello! I will have to check your blog out more often!
Jennifer.... where are you ..... ? I miss you! I hope your blogging absence means you are getting ready to sell your house!
What a fabulous idea! I've often wondered where to put all of my cute cards. I file them away in a filing cabinet, but I should have them out like you.
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