The most unique and treasured gift I have ever received is the Gift of my son's life. I recently shared that doctors have described him as a "Miracle Baby." Following an emergency surgery, I was told I would not be able to have children.
That little surprise bundle of Joy is the gift that keeps on giving. My son knows me well and knows what is special to me.
My two most treasured gifts are from my son.
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People who get to know me, even just a little, know Half Moon Bay is my happy place on earth. I believe it was 15 years ago he gave me a framed photo of the stairs leading down to the beach off the trail at the Ritz Carlton Hotel.
This cherished Christmas gift brought me to tears. So much thought and consideration went into it. He said, "Mom, I know how much you love it there." Gosh, I am tearing up as I write this. I am feeling and experiencing that moment all over again. Indeed, there is deep personal meaning in the gift. It is a gift that hangs on my office wall and lives in my heart.
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The other cherished Christmas gift is a framed photo of Goleta Beach, Campus Point. My son wrote a heartfelt message on the back of the photo thanking me for allowing him to attend the University of Santa Barbara. He shared how much he loved spending time at Campus Point because it is so beautiful and peaceful, and it was a great place to read, do homework, and reflect on life.
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But Wait! There's More!
I treasure so many gifts I have received over the years. The photo below hangs on my living room wall. It is a treasured Christmas Gift I received from an ActiveRain friend. The note read: You said you do not have colorful trees in your area. I hope you enjoy this one.
Another Christmas Gift I cherish and treasure is from an ActiveRain friend. I use this blanket nearly every day. Notice the personalization with my name.
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But Wait! There's More!
The Gift of Humor & Gag Gifts: I cannot describe how hard I laughed and how long it took me to figure out who sent this. It was not a Christmas Gift. Yet, I just had to share. I will confess it was someone in the ActiveRain Community. No, I will not disclose who sent it.
What a Flipping Hoot!
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To wrap this up (pun intended) when I give gifts, I like them to be personal, something I know the receiver will like, enjoy, and appreciate.
The best gift for me to give is the gift of an experience, and/or the gift of time spent and shared. Gifts that come wrapped from the Heart are the best!
Life is a precious and limited Gift.
Time is a precious and limited Gift.
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Entry in the December 2024 ActiveRain Holiday Gift Challenge hosted by Carol Williams and Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400. Thank you for hosting.
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