I spent this afternoon and evening at my daughter’s home playing with the grandchildren, preparing to cut out a dress to sew for my thirteen year old granddaughter, and enjoying my delicious birthday dinner. Yesterday was my birthday and a full day of swim competition for the grandchildren, so we celebrated tonight. My daughter prepared a tender, scrumptious roast with carrots and potatoes…and an amazing homemade chocolate cake with buttercream frosting. On top of the cake was a generous scoop of the best homemade vanilla ice cream!
I loved the gift they gave me – the “Blessed Holidays” angel from Jim Shore. The colors and carved design on the angel are vibrant and exquisite…and I love that she has dimples!
Three of my grandchildren had created cards for me. (My oldest almost 15 year old grandson bestowed a 6’+ hug on me!) I treasure everything that each of my eight children give to me.
My daughter was watching closely and smiling as I carefully read the card that my eight year old granddaughter had personally drawn for me. She was waiting for me to turn it over. When I did, this was the powerful message that I found…to me, this precious child’s “grandmommer” (she calls me Grandmom or Grandmommy).
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Carole Perkins
What a precious card from a precious granddaughter! And I love the angel. I’m so glad you live so close to your daughter and her kiddos. What a blessing!
I somehow missed it being your birthday….Happy Belated Birthday! Or should it be Belated Happy Birthday? Anyway, I know it was a good one for you!
Janet
Oh, that is so sweet! I’m glad you had a good birthday, Dianne. I like the angel, too!