Brooks Baker is now an angel ... she left our earthly world at a mere young ae of 50. Brooks was the loveliest cil we have, marrying my sweetest cousin, Leo. The love they had for one another was a constant 'bill & coo'. It was a devastating loss, we had so much fun as phone cousins, living so far away.
The year our Joshua was to be born to our daughter, Cari, Brooks made the reindeer from scratch for Joshua's first Christmas ... every single stitch by machine & many by hand of love are woven into this precious little fella. The following year Brooks made the Santa Claus, from scratch. These are very treasured gifts that are kept out all year in the blue bedroom with all of Joshua's family treasures ... often I hold them, revisiting silently the treasured words & laughter we shared together. God bless you Brooks & TY for leaving us a piece of your heart. At Christmas they take center honor under our Christmas tree.
The detail is perfection ...
Stitched with love ...
Aren't they adorable!
WHEN you decide to take 8 overseas packages to the USPS on the heaviest Christmas Monday for shipping, making sure you are FIRST in line while they are still fresh at the top o'the day ... THIS is what you take in for the postal workers ... LOTS of Ranger Cookies & Chococlate Chip Cookies!
What on earth!?!? Jocelyn Pleus, you are such a wonderful friend. I have been so blessed with your friendship ... This is what came in the mail, unexpectedly so. Look at the pretty Christmas paper ... so bright & cheery.Jocelyn is a fabulous quilter, take a peek at her wonderful blog ~ Happy Cottage Quilter.
... and this is what was inside. The JOY ornament is now on our mantle center, hanging down, a perfect match to the decor; recipe cards that were direly needed in my pile stacked high to organize; a gorgeous pot holder; the CD Good Christian Men Rejoice (if you haven't heard it, go get it, it is awesome); A Life God Rewards book that I am going to tear into shortly.
... and this is what was inside. The JOY ornament is now on our mantle center, hanging down, a perfect match to the decor; recipe cards that were direly needed in my pile stacked high to organize; a gorgeous pot holder; the CD Good Christian Men Rejoice (if you haven't heard it, go get it, it is awesome); A Life God Rewards book that I am going to tear into shortly.Your note, Jocelyn, was heart moving. Thank you so much.
Merry Christmas!, to all ~ Marydon
Ooh Marydon.
ReplyDeleteSweetie you are so precious. I so love your little Reindeer and Santa Claus. Isn't it wonderful when people give of themselves, and we can take that gift out each year, or year round, and just touch the stitches they made, and feel the love they left behind? I love the gifts from the heart most of all. Thank you for sharing these.
How wonderful to get a special package from a friend. You should have many packages with all the friends you have collected along the way down your path of life. You are one of the most loving, giving and kind friends a girl could ever ask for. I am so honored you consider me a friend, you are my "Jewel" PB, a true gem.
I love you sweetie. Many hugs and so much love...Sherry
Hello Marydon, what precious gifts from your dear Brooks...and how sweet they hold such a special spot in your home and your heart... your gifts from your friend are wonderful as well...how very sweet of her to send you those... and how deserving you are... Oh Marydon, you do the same thing I do... taking cookies to the people at your post office! They work sooo very hard this time of year, and the ladies (and postmaster) at mine always have a smile on their face, even though the lines are a mile long! You are the sweetest! Love to you... xoxo Julie Marie
ReplyDeleteExcellent tip for the USPS, sugar. Our postal workers are the sweetest, friendliest and best in the world. I'm thoroughly convinced of that, chick. But never ever go to USPS on a monday morning!!!!!
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Connie
Oh Marydon...just popping in to check on you and see the gifts from Brooke and then gift sent from a dear friend...so many memories for you....
ReplyDeleteThis was like flipping through a magazine..several different articles..I love it!!
ReplyDeleteHi Marydon,
ReplyDeleteYes, such treasured gifts from Brook, that is what is so great about memories, they are locked up in our heart forever. so beautiful treasures,
and your beautiful gifts from your friend, now you have more memories and treasures, how awesome!!
Thank you for sharing.
Blessings,
Sue
This is a precious post. The memory of your cousin, so touching.
ReplyDeleteWhat an adventure it must have been at the Post Office and then a surprise in the mail with lots of wonderful goodies.
Blessings and prayers,
andrea
You are such a sweetheart.... I give a gift to our Postman every year as we really appreciate his service.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful tribute to Brook. What a wonderful treasure your memories & these things she made.
After writing out my uncles poem for todays post I find my tears are like "water works". I become acutely aware of how much I miss the past & my family. He is the last one left of that generation & I can't imagine him leaving me too. His health is fragile....
Sorry... There goes the water works again! Boy, Christmas sure can do it!!
Love to You...
Marilyn
A very warm and touching post, Marydon! What great memories. And a wonderful tribute to your 'phone cousin'.
ReplyDeleteThe reindeer and Santa are so cute! She sounds like she was a talented and thoughtful person.
ReplyDeleteToo bad I didn't know about the cookie tip for the postal workers, I'm headed there this morning :)
What memories that Santa and reindeer hold for you! They are truly stitched with love. Wonderful post. Great cookie tip! :)
ReplyDeleteThat's so sweet, but so sad. I'm sorry your cousin lost the love of his life. That's making me all teary eyed. I'll say a prayer for him. Thanks for sharing the tips and photos. The 'dolls' are adorable. God bless.
ReplyDeleteSuch a heartflet and moving post. May your sweet memories fill the hole in your heart. Adorable Deer and Claus!
ReplyDeleteGreat tip about the cookies!
*hugs*deb
G'morning sweet lady! Thank you for guiding me here... you've created a very lovely virtual home, I'm totally in love with your blog banner... so pretty. Yes, I live in the PNW (Idaho - yuck) I'm stuck in here like a sun fairy stuck in the North Pole because of my husband, other wise I'd be basking somewhere under the Caribean sun... ;)
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cielo
Good morning sweet friend ~
ReplyDeleteMarydon, you are simply the sweetest, and did I say AMAZING, always giving .. Always blessing others, and the gifts you give so freely are truly from your giving heart ..You are truly an earth angel !! You have richly blessed me, not only with "gifts", but your kind, caring, sweet words .. May you be totally blessed this very day, and I pray you feel better, and have a joyful, peaceful holiday season .. thanks soo much again ~
hugs ~tea~xo
So sorry about your lost, Gifts are sure fun to get. Have a great day Hugs
ReplyDeletePatsy
What a nice gift in the mail. Love the santa and reindeer. Sweet memories.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great post! So glad I hopped on over hear today to read so many great things. Congratulations on such a blessing coming in your gifts and also on the ones you received as well.
ReplyDeleteLove and Hugs ~ Kat
What a beautiful gift full of memories from Brooks. Love your tip on the USPS - very smart idea!
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Claudia
Hi Marydon, sorry to hear about your cil.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a wonderful package you got in the mail.
I have the same book A Life God Rewards. A special friend gave it to me. You'll enjoy it for sure.
What beautiful gifts you got! I love the Santa and reindeer!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy it all!
Micki
Marydon, I was at the post office yesterday too...cute little Santa
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear of your loss. But she left you with a beautiful remembrance of her love. {{HUGS}} ~Jeanne
ReplyDeleteMarydon, your sweet love and generosity far outweighs any little thing that I do. I'm so glad that you have a little heart gift from your dear cil. She was your heart friend. We carry them in our hearts forever. Thank you for being such a caring friend.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry about the loss of your dear cousin. I know she will live on in your memories for the rest of your life. You are so sweet to take all those goodies to the postal workers!! What a wonderful act of kindness.
ReplyDeleteHi Marydon,
ReplyDeleteVery gifts and memories for you. What a blessing for sure.
That was very nice of Jocelyn to send you some gifts!
How about the recipe for the peanut butter fudge!? Is sounds so good.
Merry Christmas.
Warmlym,
Deb :)
The reindeer and santa are so adorable. Sorry about your loss. Thank you so much for your kind comment about my mosaic. I can't take any credit, though, because Silver Dollar City is spectacular. I was reviewing some of your past posts. They sure made me think a little deeper. And I love your tree. Rosie
ReplyDeleteMarydon, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. The santa and reindeer are very cute -- lovely memories for you.
ReplyDeleteMarydon, your loss is great and I'm so sorry for you.
ReplyDeleteLove the Santa and reindeer.
Your friend's gift looks fabulous...especially love the JOY ornament.
Thanks for your lovely comment and becoming a follower.
Christmas blessings to you and your loved ones!
The Santa and reindeer decorations were obviously made with love and are a wonderful memory of Angel Brooks. I hope you got your packages mailed without too much pain. I'm sure the postal workers enjoyed the treats!
ReplyDeleteYour Cousin made some truly special things. How wonderful that you have these precious gifts to pull out and look at every year.
ReplyDeleteA trip to the post office does not sound like fun, but I'm sure you had the postal workers mouths watering!
Your posts always touch my heart, Marydon. Your blog inspired me to work on mine :-)
ReplyDeleteYou have an award from me.
http://celebratefriendship-ruth.blogspot.com/2009/12/first-friendship-award.html
Marydon,
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful gifts from past and present! Thank you so much for your sharing nature and wonderful friendship! Treasures all! Blessings and hugs! Coralie
I am so glad you stopped by for a visit. And I'm happy to have the chance now to be a newbie visitor with you,...all thanks to our sweet Sherry!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm going to begin following you as of this comment.
Hope your day will be glorious for you.
Dear One, I'm sorry for your loss. But happy for your lovely memories of this lady.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful memory of your CIL....the reindeer and Santa are fabulous!!!
ReplyDeleteI bet all the workers enjoyed the homemade delights!!!
What a special gift that came in the mail from your dear friend. Hope you are having a wonderful Wednesday.♥
Our girl, Sherry, sent me...and I'm glad she did! I'm your newest follower! Happy to meet you! What's your hot beverage of preference?!
ReplyDeleteThat beautiful memories you have been left with. Wishing you more sweet memories this Christmas season.Blessings, Martha
ReplyDeleteYou are blessed with treasured gifts and precious memories. Take time to enjoy your beautiful surroundings sweet lady.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful Christmas season filled with many unexpected blessings!!!
You've been busy! My condolences on your loss and I share that with you. Today was my last Aunt's funeral.
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