Wednesday, August 22, 2012

REDNESDAY: The Gift of Friends :)

I'm sure that most of you would agree that the friends you've made through blogging are some of the most generous and kind friends you have. I for one have found this to be the case! And while we may not see each other in person, we still find ways to help each other out!

Jill of "A Little Bit Of Everything" was my very first blog friend. I'd say she mostly helps me by brightening my day with her fun emails. She's also taught me a lot about collecting vintage Pyrex! We also like to send each other fun packages!

Jill sent me the Blue Fridgie to complete my Primary Set! And look at the darling card that she included!

I've been really good about not letting myself buy vintage children's books the last few weeks! Thank goodness Jill sent me these to feed my addiction! They're so perfect for my collection!

Seriously?? Jam jars on the window sill even! Haa!

Look at the purple flour sifter!

Isn't he gorgeous?

OK, then Jill also sent me this!
This is a big deal! To me anyway! haha I have a large collection of vintage Strawberry Shortcake items. I didn't have a coloring book though! They get pretty pricey on EBay. I love that this one has "French" on the front too (since Jill is up in Canada).

Now doesn't that make you want to color?
Thank you so much Jill! I appreciate each gift that you send and you are a great friend!

Another friend sent a great little package the other day!

Dorothy of "Hen's Rule" sent all these beautiful art supplies! The lot included vintage library cards, patriotic papers, candy colored buttons, and really cute cherry printed fabric!

I put the buttons right to use on my Friendship Banner Tags!
Dorothy is a real sweetheart, and we have something in common...WIENER DOGS!
She's got little Ms.Wilma and I have Noel. Noel doesn't go by Ms.because she's too wild and crazy!
Thank you so much Dorothy. I loved everything that you sent!

Speaking of Friendship Banners, mine are finally done! I'm mailing them off tomorrow.
If you were trading with me hopefully you got my email.

 The tags are kind of funny! It's me at the Flea Market! I managed to get my ever present iced coffee on there, and Wellie made an appearance too. Haaa!

 The "Golden Eggs" are of course my vintage finds!

If  I could I would have ALL of my blog friends over for iced tea and cookies! Or lattes and chocolate cake...your pick!

I'm sorry this is a very long post! I just wanted to let you all know that I'll be away for a few days, and then probably "down for the count for awhile".We leave for Rochester in a few hours for my foot surgery. I'm actually looking forward to getting it over and done with! I wanted to thank you all for your well wishes and PRAYERS too! It really means a lot!
Erica


I'm linking up with SUE for REDNESDAY! Visit "It's A Very Cherry World" for lots of RED!



41 comments:

  1. Beautiful gifts! I love childrens books too. The old illustrations are just so darling. I will pray your surgery goes well.

    blessings,
    Amy Jo

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  2. wonderful gifts for sure. I love my blog friends.
    who knew how great it would be to blog.
    Cathy

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  3. Miss Erica, I will keep you in my prayers. Let us know how it goes and take it easy. Love all your sweet gifts. Blogging friends are wonderful. Your banners are perfectly you. Who knows maybe a few childrens books may arrive for you to read while recovering...smiles..Renee

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  4. What great friends you have, Erica! It is a blessing to know people care enough to send gifts with meaning. I'm sure you're enjoying every bit of them!

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  5. I'll be praying for you tomorrow and in touch to check on you next week. With all those supplies when you are ready to sit at your craft table and create you are ready to rock! Blessings to you my dear friend!

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  6. Wonderful gifts, blog friends are great! Hoping your surgery goes well :) Blessing to you, xo Holly

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  7. That is what I call a true friend. You were truly blessed with their kindness and generosity.

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  8. I would echo what you said, there are some pretty special people in Blogland! Hope everything goes well with the surgery, I will be thinking of you, take care. Ada :)

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  9. Just yesterday I was thinking how awesome it would be if we all lived close enough where we could meet and visit in person. There are so many people out there (you and Jill included) that I know I would have an immediate bond with! Good luck with your surgery. Smart girl to get it over with!

    Erica

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  10. Hi Erica, your banner is adorable, just like you. I hope you get well soon, take care and hurry back to blogland!
    Love and hugs from me and Ms. Wilma!

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  11. WHat nice gifts from special friends. Love the tags and the vintage books. Good luck on your surgery. Sending you a hug!

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  12. Oh what special surprises! Love those sweet books, and Strawberry Shortcake!!

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  13. Wow, you all do have fun together. I hope I make such nice friends to share with also. Happy Rednesday.

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  14. Aww, what sweet vintage finds! It is so lovely to have such close blogging friends! I hope I find me a "Jill"!
    Hope you're having a wonderful week! :)
    -Denise

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  15. I love Jill's blog & yours too of course. I don't have any close blogging friends. Hope you have a speedy recovery!

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  16. Thanks for sharing your very sweet gifts with us. I'm sending lots of positive thoughts for your speedy recovery. Keep us posted when you can.

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  17. Such sweet gifts! Will be keeping your surgery and recovery in my prayers. Take care, and it looks like you have some fun reading to do!! xo Heather

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  18. Good ((((HUGS))))) and prayers.

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  19. Blogging friends are the best! Your friendship tags are cute as can be! They certainly capture the essence of your blog!

    Wishing you a speedy recovery!!!

    Blessings

    Linda

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  20. good thoughts & prayers coming your way!

    xoxo P

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  21. Hi Erica,
    I had remembered that you would be having your foot surgery. I wanted to stop in today and visit some of my best blog buddies. Thank you so much for your support during my down time. I pray you make a quick and full recovery from your surgery. Yes, I have come to adore my blog friends as well. All the kind words that were left by you and others on my recent post have really helped lift my spirits. So I am out today to make a few visits. I love all your goodies. You are the best. Take care, Sweety.
    Blessings,
    Susie

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  22. Wishing you a speedy recovery, Erica!!

    I've been thinking about you......

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  23. Hope you get back on your feet soon! Love reading you posts!

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    1. First of all, I pray your surgery goes well and you will be up and running in no time!
      Very sweet gifts you received from your friends. Aren't blogging friends the best? ;)

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  24. What a fun post! Thanks for visiting my blog too! I love vintage children's books too. I have the store Bought Doll book and the Pyrex Frig set. Started married life (1955) with those! hope you have a successful foot surgery and fast recovery! Your friendship banners and tags sound fun!

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  25. What great blog friends you have! All the vintage books are great. I really enjoy looking at vintage books myself. ~ Jamie

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  26. Erica what wonderful gifts. Your cards are just so precious. I have been trying to make cards. But mine seem to be kinda gaudy. Hope your foot surgery goes well and you are up and thrifting soon.
    Hugs
    donna

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  27. First time to your blog, it is just darling. The header is just so cute. Your cards are so precious, love them. I really enjoy vintage childrens books as well.
    ann

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  28. What WONDERFUL gifts!!!! WOW!!!! everything is just fabulous!!! thanks for sharing with us...loved them all...i am also in LOVE with your little follow image!!! LOVE IT!!!!!! sending hugs...

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  29. I truly enjoyed reading your post and I agree that I have made some wonderful friends through blogging. I retired two years ago and really started missing that day to day contact with other women. I get to town and I hang out with friends, but I do not have that everyday, "how's it going", "What are you fixing for dinner tonight", and "Oh, can I get that recipe from you". It's just that fun stuff, like hearing about a grand-babies first words, or sharing photos from your trip into the city. Blogging has filled that void.
    When I started blogging I had no idea of the friendships, the encouragement, the prayers for one another, and the sisterhood. When I started I thought it was all about crafts, art and decorating. Now I see it as a marvelous international joining of women who love their families, their homes, their lives. It has become a special part of my day.
    I am your newest follower, please come follow my journey, too, Connie :)

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  30. I had a Strawberry Shortcake coloring book when I was little. I loved it! So good to be reminded of that. i also had the Lemon Merange (Sp?) character which smelled like lemons. I purposely tried to get my daughter to love Strawberry Shortcake when she was little so that I could relive my childhood, but alas, she really didn't play with dolls very much.

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  31. Hoping your surgery went well! Keep us up to date!
    Hope you're having a great week! :)
    -Denise

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  32. Hi Erica,
    What a wonderful expression of friendship from those you have been blessed with through this wonderful world of blogging! It is so nice starting each day with the warm wishes from sweet blogging buddies.
    Your blog is such a delight, my friend.
    Blessings to you,
    Carolynn xoxo

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  33. I adore these kitschy kid's illustrations! Gorgeous finds.

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  34. Erica, I been thinking about you a lot and wondering how you are doing? I been praying for your quick recovery! Bless you my friend.
    Susie

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  35. Having been through foot surgery March 30th and wheeling around in a knee scooter for several long weeks during recovery, I'm sending you lots of virtual ((((hugs))) and prayers.

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  36. Hi. Good luck with your foot. I hope you got the check. I got it ready to mail very early in the morning. I forgot to put a return address on it. Thanks again for the goodies. (((((HUGS))))

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  37. Happy Pink Saturday, What a great collection of fun things! Enjoy!! Linda

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  38. Sonny the Lucky Bunny was one of my fave books as a child!

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