I have been crocheting some little hearts ... a very nice pattern from Lucy from Attic 24 .... And then, I read a way to join hearts and make them into a bunting!
I rejoiced at the words from the pattern ... it said to keep connecting them until... "All hearts are joined".
Oh, I really just loved that. I made one of these heart buntings ... as a giveaway, to honor all the hearts joined together in our blogging world and to also honor the Olympic spirit that I have been enjoying this week.Guess who won Kay's giveaway?
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Her package arrived yesterday - a little package filled with big love. Inside were a beautiful card, the cheerful heart bunting, and a lovely little pale green doily (with pattern).
The heart bunting now hangs over my crafty side-table:
And the little doily came just in time to put under a tiny vase holding the first geranium blossoms of the year (which were knocked off the plant by accident - I would never have picked them!):
Hearts are joined. Isn't that one of the best parts of blogging?
Thank you so much, Kay. Your lovely and loving gift was just what I needed this week.
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And very sincere thanks to all of you who sent kind wishes for my dad's health. He was released from the hospital Monday and is now at a skilled nursing facility for therapy. He's very weak from all he's been through; we hope and pray that he can rest up and recover enough strength to enjoy life once more.
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Continued thoughts for your dad. The hearts are so pretty. One of the first things I made when I discovered Lucy's blog was a heart garland like that. :)
ReplyDeleteYou lucky girl! That garland looks really pretty there. I added your blog to my list on my blog.. Cute little flower... can't wait until we can take our geraniums back outside! ((hugs)), Teresa :-)
ReplyDeleteThis is nice. Lucky you. All the best for your dad!
ReplyDeletePetty garland and what a simple but clever way to join the hearts.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely giveaway, and how true it is too x sending love and prayers for your dad Sue, sounds like he is getting the best possible care and with all your love and support I do hope he recovers well enough to get back to enjoying his life again xox
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely goodies! I'm so sorry to read that your father was ill. I so hope he's feeling much better and he's back to his old self again really soon. xo
ReplyDeleteAll the very best to your Dad, Sue, it's good to know he is being well looked after - may his complete recovery be swift!
ReplyDeleteI love your gift and the sentiment behind it too, what a lovely thought "all hearts are joined", and I'm sure they are!
Your geranium buds are beautiful, what a gorgeous colour!
Joy x
Oh the garland is lovely. Congrats on winning such a sweet give away. The doily is just perfect for your vase of flowers. Keeping your Dad in my prayers that he will heal quickly and be able to return to his home again.
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Well of course you won! If I had known you entered another giveaway, I would have placed bets you would win, and we'd all be millionaires!!! Sorry, couldn't resist!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on a truly meaningful win at a time when it likely benefits you the most. Isn't it wonderful how God extends extra blessings when He knows we need a little more...
Congratulations on your win Sue, it's a lovely garland. Hope you Dad continues to improve sending healing thoughts and best wishes. :)
ReplyDeleteYour hearts joined are darling. Prayers for your dad
ReplyDeletePositive thoughts and prayers for your dad's continued recovery and for you! Kay's hearts are darling ~ I'm happy you won them. Take care!
ReplyDeleteDear Sue,
ReplyDeleteThank YOU for such a sweet and beautifully written post! I love your photos too! I am TICKLED that you liked your little package! And you are a gal after my heart when you say that you would never pick blossoms off a tree, neither would I! (However, some do fall off, as you know, and if you put them into water, they might even bloom!) Not sure if anyone understood how much I loved those words," until all hearts are joined". Glad to know you understand me!
Blessings on you, dear Sue, and please know that I am praying for your Dad and for you also.
Once again, I thank you.
Love, Kay G.
Oh, and I said "tree" but I meant "plant", you said it was a geranium plant...but you and I both know, that blossoms are blossoms and we let them live where they are supposed to be, am I right?
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet heart garland. Very cute.
ReplyDeleteSue! You are a winner! I am celebrating the progress your dad is making and am so glad you received the lovely gifts from Kay :) xx
ReplyDeleteLovely Heart Garland. Glad you dad continues to improve. Continued prayers. Hugs Judy
ReplyDeleteHi Sue, I am over here from Kay's blog. I just love that garland and it seems fitting you win it now-as your hearts are so connected by your dad's illness. I am your newest follower and am happy to have found you through Kay! xo Diana
ReplyDeleteCame over from Kay's blog and wanted to wish your Dad all the best. Isn't the doily just great. I haven't seen anyone make those since my grandmother did so when I was tiny (and that is a long, long time ago).
ReplyDeleteI just popped over from Kay's blog too. I'm sending well wishes for you and your dad from Hawaii. The hearts look so cheerful and loving.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Like the three commenters above me, I have come over from Kay's blog. The bunting looks as if it was made precisely for the spot you've put it up on!
ReplyDeleteSo nice to know her heartfelt gift was so welcome.
All the best to your Dad.
How nice and how needed! Congratulations! :)
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