One of the joys of blogging is the people you meet, the friends you make, even if you will never actually "meet" them. We become familiar with each other's homes, gardens, families, hobbies and activities, and yes, even a glimpse of their politics. We don't have to think alike to be friends. We just have to care, to be interested, to be friendly.
One such person I have met is Connie, who goes by the Blogger handle of "Far Side", as in "Far Side of Fifty". Connie lives in rural Minnesota. Her lifestyle is far different from mine, but there are traces of familiarity in it. I am a city girl now, but I grew up on a small farm in rural Oregon, surrounded by family, much as Connie is. We also have Nordic heritage in common
Connie and her husband Gene ( Far Guy) have many talents. She likes to keep her hands busy and is an expert in crocheting. She makes lovely hand made greeting cards. She and Gene are also wood carvers. Every year they carve Christmas ornaments, dozens of them, to give away to family and friends. I am pleased to say I possess one from several years ago.
Last week Connie posted about two little Santa carvings she had just finished. Cool. Hand carved Santas. My thing!
Saturday one of those little Santas arrived in my mail box. What a wonderful surprise! My eyes leaked a little.
The wonderful little Santa came nestled in a box with two crocheted scrubbies, and one of her special cards. What a lift to my sagging spirit!
Connie is like that, always sharing with others. Other bloggers tell of surprises they have received. She is a special person, kind and generous and caring.
Connie, thank you, thank you, for brightening my day, and for being a wonderful friend in a far place.
Oh my goodness! That Santa is just the perfect gift for you. I agree with you 100% that people you meet through blogging become your friends who see you through difficulties and raise your spirits.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful heart she must have! The Santa will fit right in with your collection.
ReplyDeleteNice gifts from a nice person.
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect gift for you and she does really impressive work. What a lovely person and to think were it not for blogging, you two would never have met. Amen to blogging.
ReplyDeleteI can vouch for all you've said about Connie. She's one of a kind.
ReplyDeleteI have received many gifts from Connie over the years. It was more than a decade ago when she sent me a book by Aldo Leopold, and I have never forgotten what he taught me. She is a very special person and never seems to stop creating, doing, and thinking of new stuff to make people happy! :-)
ReplyDeleteI looked up Aldo Leopold and found quotes from his book that were just marvelous! One of them totally resonated with me because we are fighting monster houses and their greedy builders that are destroying our peaceful old neighborhoods. His quote: "We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect." It just hits the nail on the head and I will be using it often.
DeleteMahalo, DJan!
What a lovely gesture. I bet your spirits are soaring right now.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely surprise from a lovely lady.
ReplyDeleteBoth Connie and her husband have so many and varied talents. One of the things that impresses me is that she blogs EVERY DAY. I know how hard it is sometimes to think of subjects to blog about twice a week but every day is another matter.
ReplyDeleteHow sweet of Connie to do that but you know, it doesn't surprise me one bit! She is the kindest and most thoughtful person. "Far Side of Fifty" is a wonderful blog too!
ReplyDeleteYou have brought tears to my eyes. That was so sweet of Connie. She is special alright. I think about Connie every night while I'm washing dishes, using one of her little scrubbies.
ReplyDeleteYou are so welcome! I am so glad the gift brought you a smile:) The Santa is smallish so it should fit in your collection someplace! Enjoy! :)
ReplyDeleteHow sweet and sensitive a friend indeed!
ReplyDeleteConnie does do beautiful work! I was fortunate enough to win a prize last year when I guessed when all the snow would finally be gone. That little Santa is adorable.
ReplyDeleteTake care, stay well!
What a thoughtful and delightful gift! I agree with you about the interesting people we meet by blogging.
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