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One Stunning Braid of Beauty
- December 14, 2011
- A Word from Phyllis
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Can you beat this for beauty?
I mean, really, what better way to show your affection for someone than giving something you’ve grown or made at holiday (or any) time?
This stunning garlic braid hangs in my daughter and son-in-law’s kitchen. They’re reminded every day of their friends who grew these bulbs outside their back door, and then one day took time to braid them beautifully together.
And every time Rebecca and Rob snip off one of these 24 beautiful babies, their friends come to mind.
For Christmas, Merle’s one brother usually gives each of us a loaf of whole wheat bread he’s just made. It is flat-out scrumptious, whether or not he includes a jar of jam that he and his wife have made from their berry patch.
I love that a real part of life comes with these gifts from kitchens and gardens. These gifts are basic. And direct.
Don’t worry about being fancy if you’re thinking about going into your kitchen and stirring up some homemade gifts. Show me a gift that is more satisfying to give or receive than one you’ve made or grown.
It’s your time that’s a gift, too, along with the tasty pleasures. That’s what puts these gifts in a world beyond advertising and corporate profits.
These are gifts of a different language.
Amen, sista!
God Bless you, I work in an assisted living place & you are right , lots of people are left alone at Christmas & somethiing like this means so much to them… Someone cares……..
Also my husband is in an assisted living home, I do go to visit him & bring some small things for everyone, hot chocolate cookies ect. They enjoy it so much.
This is truly what the celebration is about….my husband and I no longer buy gifts for one another. Instead, we take small baskets of goodies to the Assisted Living Centers in our area. You would be surprised to know how many elderly are left alone on Christmas Day The joy on their faces is gift enough
that is so wonderful and also a great idea!!! i started this year doing meals on wheels with my kids who are older, hope to continue.
and it is so rewarding also. keep up the good work!!!
have a great holiday!!!
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@TL Palmer:
My mother had to spend eleven months in a nursing home, and drove thirty miles *almost* everyday to see her. I will always wonder how anyone could allow their loved one(s) to live in one of those places and never go to visit them. It’s absolutely heartbreaking. God bless you for caring.
For the past two years, my husband and I have been making and canning jams from fruit grown in our garden. Our family and friends seem to enjoy it. I will also make favorite homemade soups and meals for family members. It does take a lot of time, but in the long run a lot of money is saved. I would be lying if I didn’t admit that enthusiasm with which these gifts are received does wonders for my ego!
I usually take small homemade gifts to the people I work with – a jar of spiced nuts, cocoa or soup mix with the recipe included, etc. They seem to enjoy getting them, and it makes me feel better than if I just gave them a card or something.
what a lovely post! I like to give hand/home made gifts for the reasons you named.