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I want to show you one of my Christmas gifts from my daughter.
Let me explain. For as long as my daughter has been in this world....for a total of 22 years I have had a tackle box like this very one that I have stored my cosmetics in. My daughter does not remember anything other than this one tackle box. Over the years, the latch was broken, inside slots broken, and just plain worn out. I mentioned something about that one day not too long ago, and said I knew I would never find another like it.
Well, imagine my surprise when I opened up a box and it contained a new....well almost new tackle box to replace my old one. Look how pretty this one is! I was so surprised and pleased. Truly, a gift intended only for me!
Here is the gift from my son, who knew how bad I needed an external hard drive for my computer for storing all my pictures. Again, totally intended for me, that really warms my heart that my sweet son knew exactly what I needed and wanted....now I have to get him over to my house for lessons on using it! But if you recall this post then you know the lessons are not too far off.
Lastly, I received one other gift for Christmas that was picked out with just me in mind. The sentiment behind this gift is something I will always treasure in my heart. I am not going to show it here, but trust me, it was special and the person it was from knows how I feel about it. Thank you, again!
I was blessed this year with lots of really nice things, many of which I truly love. It's just that sometimes there will be one or two which stands out in your mind and you just know how much time, thought, and love were put into that gift.
That my friend is the true spirit of giving.
Goal number 1 for 2009: plan ahead, have a idea, take the time, and make sure I find gifts from now on that touch the hearts of people on my gift list for next Christmas. After all, that memory will last long after the gift is gone and that is pure joy.
How wonderfully thoughtful! I love the tackle box.
ReplyDeleteWhat special gifts & I know each day as you enjoy using them, you will have fond memories.
ReplyDeleteI am not surprised to read your children thought of gifts to please you...after all, you are their mother and they must have learned from watching you give from your heart over the years! Big hugs, Bo
ReplyDeleteGreat IDEA...a tackle box! I never believed in 'make-up' bags...For everyday, I use a child's plastic pencil box to keep my make-up in(great for traveling too) IT warms the HEART to recieve THOUGHTFUL gifts...Happy Memories!
ReplyDeleteYour family obviously knows and loves you. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWorthy goal.
Your Aunt has used a tackle box for many years and puts great store in it. Maybe I sould take a look and see if its still in good shape.
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful children you have raised! And what a wonderful mother to show such appreciation for their thoughtfulness. laurie
ReplyDeleteI love the tackle box! I, too, love the gifts from the heart. My children are growing into thoughtful young women and this was certainly evident under our tree this year. I love the goal and may have to adopt it as my own. This year, I did not feel terribly thoughtful - but it has been stressful leading up to the holidays - things will be better next year and we will forget most of the stress of this one as time goes by. Happy New Year! ~Kelly
ReplyDeleteOh - I'm heading out to WallyWorld right now...I want one for my scrapbookin, one for my beading, one for my card making supplies, one for my makeup, one for my...
ReplyDeleteI may need a second cart!
Great post! I use a tackle box to store my art supplies but never thought about using one for cosmetics. Great idea! It's hard to find a gift that someone really wants.
ReplyDeletelove the tackle box idea for makeup!
ReplyDeleteHappy 2009!
It is a nice feeling to know someone is really thinking of you when it shows in their gift.
ReplyDeleteI love the tackle box - what a great idea for cosmetics storage!
MOM I THINK YOU STARTED A TREND!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHow Special all your gifts were from your DH to your children..hope you have a safe and blessed year to come...hugs and smiles Gloria...I think I just might do your Vintage thurday how fun that sounds..thanks
ReplyDeleteYou have some wonderful kids. I love the tackle box. I would have never thought of using one for makeup. It works perfectly.
ReplyDeleteSometimes when dark clouds surround us, there is always a rainbow at the end. The kids did good.
ReplyDeleteHello Colorado Lady, from a Colorado Guy living on the Oregon coast. Please forgive me for being so bold, but I am doing a bit of blog surfing to invite people to sign up for my annual giveaway. This isn't some sort of gimmick. I am celebrating two years of blogging and this is my way of doing it. I am giving away a free caricature drawn by me. I'd be honored if you came over and checked it out.
ReplyDeleteThose are special gifts - kids surprise us, don't they? We don't think they ever listen to us, but they do!!! Thanks for stopping by my blog. Of course, you can quilt - it just takes a little practice and can be so rewarding. Give it a try. Sally
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful gifts. I spotted my favorite pink and green mascara. I recently wrote about that, so it made me smile.
ReplyDeleteI understand your joy! My boys did a great job with gifts this year!
ReplyDeleteThe Sunday photo is beautiful! We were just in Colorado for a bit, but it was so hard for us Floridians to get around on the snowy roads. We ended up in Utah.
Have a great new year!