She in time, brought me articles we'd talked about, bread, even a birthday cake. Then the other day she asked me to make her some more cards. I, of course, was more than willing and last night dropped them off at her house. As I approached she came to the door, thanked me for the cards, offered to pay (I declined), and told me her friend had sent her a gift and told her to keep them for herself of share them with her friends. She then told me she wanted to give me first choice. I had no clue what she was talking about or what it could be until I walk into her kitchen a saw a box full of four dozen roses. I was sort of confused and in awe that she would want to share them with me (it must be in lieu of payment). I mean we're not that close and they were beautiful...beautiful enough that it must have been quite the decision to want to give them up. I tried to say I couldn't possibly take them, but she insisted. So I chose the pink ones because I've never had pink roses before and thought maybe it would be the last ones that someone else might choose. I walked away feeling appreciated and happy.
So today I have a dozen pink roses to remind me that even a little gesture (a thank you, a smile, a card etc...) can make all the difference in the world to someone. Another lesson I have again been reminded of by her.
Changing the subject...
Yesterday in the late afternoon hours I painted. It really is so therapeutic to just let my mind go and paint. Perhaps that is why I am prone to do it over other creative activities these days.
Have a fabulous weekend. :)
11 comments:
what beautiful roses! Having fresh flowers around always makes me happy. SO very sorry to hear about the root canal, I had to have one, and it was terrible!
What a cool story, who gives 4 dozen roses in the first place? Wow. I'm sure it was a treat for her to share them with you, especially since you had made her those beautiful cards. Very cool!
What a great woman! And lucky you! Those flowers are beautiful, great choice.
Love the painting! You are so creative, love your words.
Those roses are gorgeous! She is lucky to be the recepient of your cards for sure! I am glad you accepted the roses, it makes people feel good to be able to give people things that make them smile! I love seeing your paintings, you are really taking to it, aren't you?
Beautiful, you must have been touched.
Ames, your pictures of those roses were just stunning. What a great friend you are and have. Life is sweet.
what a fabulous story about roses. i couldn't wait to see how you would photograph them, either!
What a sweet woman. I love those unpredicted, unothordox connections with other women. What a treat!
beautiful roses and a beautiful lesson to be reminded of
that is awesome amy! the flowers look beautiful. as is your painting.
How wonderful! She sounds like a great friend to have.
Question: what will you do with all of your paintings?
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