Well, my day started out with a text message while on the train that an emergency meeting was taking place and I should get to work as soon as I could. Ended up attending four meetings, so I wasn't able to even start working on my own responsibilities until about 4:00 pm. Worked a 12 hour day and finished at 9:00 pm.
Picked up dinner at the train station food court and ate it on my lap on the train. Got to my car at 10:00 pm only to realize that someone had hit my car while I was at work. Dented in the rear corner of the bumper several inches. Did not leave a note. Dragged myself home ready to unwind for an hour and head to bed to get up in a few short hours and do it all over again.
Everything changed when I walked in my kitchen! On the island sat a beautiful manila envelope from my Mom and Dad! I had an inkling that something wonderful was packaged inside. I momentarily entertained the notion of saving it for the weekend... or maybe Valentine's Day ;) and then I quickly opened it up!
Be still my heart!
Am I not the luckiest daughter in the world?!
I love Love LOVE my gorgeous Valentine's Day mat!
Thank you ever so much Mom for spending your time making such an incredible treasure for me!
(And I am sure that she spent her time making an identical one for my sister ;)
I will treasure it always!
Suddenly my awful day turned into a wonderful day! What a difference a package can make! It's going on my table just as soon as I decide I can take it off my lap :)
Aren't Mom's stitches just perfect?
And the wools that she chose are so beautiful!
I'm such a very lucky gal!
"I therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, making every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace."
~Ephesians 4:1-3
Blessings, Patti
What a lovely present you got from your mom! Really a treasure! :-)
ReplyDeleteCathi
Sorry your car got hit. :(
ReplyDeleteAnd that your day was tied up in meetings.
What a gorgeous gift.
Her stitches ARE perfect.
Lucky gal, you! :)
Marilyn
Our Lord knew you needed that gift! What a sweet mom.
ReplyDeleteOh it's absolutely wonderful! Bless your dear sweet mom! Her stitches are awesome - clearly you are her daughter!
ReplyDeleteBlessings
Christine
Timing is everything! I love the mat and your mom does beautiful work! You are a lucky daughter....blessings abound!
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful--such a treasure and the package arrived at just the right time. Hope today goes better.
ReplyDeleteHow does your Mom achieve those perfect stitches
Beautiful! What a sweet gift to end a long, trying day!
ReplyDeleteWOW!! Your mom's work is AMAZING!! Lucky YOU is right!! Enjoy!!
ReplyDeleteMorning, yes, lucky girl, that sure would cheer me up too. Wonderful work your Mom does. Blessings Francine.
ReplyDeleteWhat a very thoughtful and loving mom you have Patti and let's not forget how talented she is!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
Hugs, Audrey
Thank you so much for sharing that! I think a lot of us here in the Northeast who are going to work down narrowed streets between walls of shoveled/plowed snow are experiencing a kind of difficult week, too. Your post about your day and the encouragement you received from your mother really touched my heart. Thanks for including the scripture -- perfect.
ReplyDeleteGlad your day ended on such a high note - this is such a generous and lovely gift from your mom!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful piece and a wonderful surprise from your mom, perfect way to perk up after a bad day.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
That was so sweet of your Mom to send Valentine wishes to you in something you can leave out year long . Beautiful. Her stitches are perfect!
ReplyDeleteHugs Marg.
Oh my your mom's stitches are so precise! So this is why you are such a talented needlewoman!
ReplyDeleteGod knew you needed some extra love and heart tonight Patti! He was there ahead of you. What a beautiful present.
ReplyDeleteYour mom is the best~~ I know after a hectic day like that, the smile was broad on your face when you saw this sweet work of art..... A true treasure❤️
ReplyDeleteso sorry about the awful parts of your day! Yikes!! But the wonderful part of your day is amazing!! what a lovely gift from your mom!! The colors are lovely!! Can I ask you a question on how she attaches the hearts to the backing please? I am trying to learn some wool applique and I see that she does such lovely work as I have been following your blog and her blanket stitching is fabulous! does she attach the hearts as she blanket stitches?? or how are they attached if you don't mind sharing please. Thanks so much and hope this weekend is better! hugs Linda
ReplyDeleteI admire your Mother's work, so talented. And yes her stitches are perfect.
ReplyDeleteYou're mom's stitches are so perfect. What a gorgeous surprise to treasure always.
ReplyDeleteHugs :)
Lauren
Wow what a beautiful table runner!!! How awesome that your mom found her stitching niche!!! Her stitches are beyond perfect. I wonder if she has to occasionally pull 1 or 2 out to get them that perfect....or does it just come naturally???
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely tablerunner.
ReplyDeleteGlad it made your day happier.
So sorry about your long day and car. What is wrong with people that they would not leave a note?!
ReplyDeleteYour mother, a treasure, sent you a most wonderful treasure!
Just gorgeous!! Sorry about the rest of your day!
ReplyDeleteSo happy the day ended on a very loving, positive note!!
ReplyDeleteYour work day.....miserable. The gift......wonderful!
ReplyDeletePatti
ReplyDeleteI was sorry to hear about the early part of your day...
The table runner from Mom is splendid...I cannot believe the perfection in her stitching...if I recall correctly, she hasn't been at this craft for a long period, either! Your hand work also amazes me...guess it is in the genes. It is such a blessing to receive a surprise package at the end of a not so nice day.
Busy Hands...Happy Heart