Teapots and Friendships

My dear friend Angelica who visited with her DH last weekend brought me this adorable gift. The teapot is solid glass, as heavy as a paperweight, with the flower embedded inside. Pretty enough alone but then, on opening a second box, there was this white wood stand which has a bulb inside and when plugged in it illuminates the teapot..............such a golden glow. I have it in my dining room now - it would also make a beautiful night light in a bedroom

Thank you dear friend - you always spoil me and give me such delightful gifts!

Speaking of friendships, most of us share special times with our women friends, many of whom we've been fortunate enough to live close to for many years. These are people we would miss so very much if we, or they, moved away. Even harder is going through a personal situation where not only have you moved and lost friends, you may have lost a spouse and be mourning. This has happened recently to a British born friend on the West coast who has just started a blog in hopes she can get through her grief by sharing her personal story, photography, and words. She also lost her dear Mother to Alzheimer's early this year so things have been really tough for her. If you visit her, or know friends who may be in a similar situation and would like to share thoughts, she would love to hear from you. You will find her at Blackpool Rocks