Tuesday, January 31, 2012

the unwrapping

 I felt like I was in a scene from Pride and Prejudice. That scene where the sisters pour over a letter, examining the penmanship, and looking for other clues to tell about the sender of the letter. A package from Pondside arrived in the mail this week. I had just come home from a busy 12-hour shift. Such a welcome surprise to find it waiting for me. I didn't rip it open; for awhile I just looked at it. It had come such a long distance across the country. The address was beautifully written and a heart or two here and there decorated the brown wrapping paper. Lots of tape. Just the way I send a package. I took it with me to my office, but then decided I should bring it downstairs so the Gardener could join in the fun of opening it.
 I don't often participate in blog "giveaways" and have only won one other that I can remember--an Elizabeth Goudge book from  In a Garden (she had two copies of the book; you can see one on her sidebar). But when I saw that my blogfriend Pondside was having a giveaway of a sweet counted cross stitch she had done, along with some tea...I just had to toss my name in. I used to be an avid counted cross stitcher...and I love tea...and I feel a kinship with Pondside as we share a few things (at least) in common. For one, the Gardener and I celebrated our 25th on the island where she lives. And last summer Pondside kindly helped us figure out what to do with our fireplace by searching and sending us our inspiration picture. So when I added my name I just so KNEW I would win.
 Her shoebox opened to reveal beautifully wrapped little packages, along with a sweet note in a graciously flowing handwriting (still in the Austin mode here). Three boxes of tea (each one individually wrapped and tied with a pink ribbon ... isn't the unwrapping half of the suspenseful fun?) A tea strainer with the tiniest teapot attached to keep the little chain out side the pot where it belongs, and her beautiful handwork! Thank you my creative friend! Your blog always inspires me!

19 comments:

  1. Lovely! The stitchery is a treasure. The tea will provide some delicious sips this winter.

    The Baker came late to baking so there's hope for every husband!! Time, of course, has a lot to do with it.

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  2. I had as much fun choosing and wrapping and felt very much like an Austen heroine as I did so - uncanny, all the similarities. So glad the package reached you without incident!

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  3. What a wonderful package! And from such a wonderful fellow blogger; she's just the best, our "Pondside!"

    And I LOVE the post about the silver spoons and your mother's collection; what a wonderful set of memories.

    Love how you blog!
    Cass

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  4. Ohhh sweet win and perfect for you because you will cherish it so. Enjoy the tea, the sweet embroidery, the little tea strainer... Of course you will!

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  5. Perfectly sweet gift for a perfectly sweet person! So glad you won!!

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  6. Anonymous12:17 PM

    Congratulations on your win. The needlwork is gorgeous. Your blog is absolutely beautiful and glad I stopped by. Thanks for having me.

    I too am running a GIVEAWAY at present if you would like to go 2 for 2. Hugs.

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  8. I LOVE it! What a great package. So glad you won it! And...can NOT wait to see you soon!

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  9. Pondy is the best! How sweet that you won...the cross stitch piece is beautiful {I go a long way back with that as a favorite quiet pastime}. Enjoy!

    BTW...I read Garden Of Lies by Elizabeth Goudge years ago and loved it!

    XO,
    Jane

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  10. Wow, that Pondside sure knows how to pack a giveaway. What a wonderful box of treasures to receive. Congratulations sweetie!

    Enjoy......

    God bless ya and have yourself a grand kinda day!!! :o)

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  11. Podso,
    Congratulations!
    I couldn't think of a more gracious winner! Enjoy your new treasures!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  12. Such a delightful gift from Pondside and I'm sure you'll enjoy everything.
    Judith

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  13. Beautiful gifts. The embroidery is exquisite!

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  14. Anonymous11:47 AM

    It's all so lovely, Dotsie, especially the cross stitch! Lucky you!!! :)
    Hugs,
    Zuzu

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  15. What beautiful gifts...that cross stitch heart is very special, and the tiny little teapot on the strainer chain is adorable. Enjoy your bounty!

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  16. hmmm... I read this yesterday and thought that I commented but don't see it?

    Bloggers are truly the best of friends. You package is wonderful and so special - I just know that you will enjoy it all.

    Have a great weekend!
    Leann

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  17. What a gift in the mail! I know that feeling of opening a beautiful package.
    People took photos of Alex's present to Brad and Kara on Sunday. It was so beauitul! Have to come see in person.

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  18. I was so excited when I saw you had won Pondsides bountiful gift!! I couldn't think of anyone who would enjoy that tea more! Or the beautiful handwork. It found a wonderful home. blessings ~ Tanna

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  19. Oh how fun! I was so happy for you when I read that you had won her giveaway, I knew you were definitely the right person for it!
    Pondside is such a wonderful blog, I love it, too!
    Love and hugs, Cindy

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