Sometimes right in the middle of an ordinary day.

 Happy Weekend.

Life has been a struggle.  Lots of transition and unrest and worry.  Sometimes when you need a friend or smile or just someone to be in your corner something special happens.

The other day was a bad one.  One of those days when things just seemed to go in the wrong direction all day.  One of those days when I found myself needing to take a minute and breath. 

Just when I was exhausted mentally and physically I drove up the driveway wanting to find shelter in my house.  A quiet place where I could close the door and kiss a terrible day good bye.

I saw a package laying on my doorstep.

 I took the package in the house and opened it.

It was from Farmgirl Flowers sent to me from a very special blogging friend. 

It was from Tina.  Tina's blog is What We Keep.  Tina and I have become friends through blogging and she has shared her friendship and kind heart with me.  Tina knows how much I have been struggling with what life has been throwing at me.  Tina is sweet and kind and has a fun sense of humor which makes her the best kind of friend to have.  

 Right in the middle of an ordinary or in my case a not so ordinary day,  when I needed a little ray of hope,  here was a beautiful thoughtful gift on my doorstep.

Jasmine in a galvanized pot.

 The Jasmine is just starting to bloom and it is so pretty.

Thank you Tina.  You have a heart as big as the sky.  Thank you for thinking about me and sending me this gift of cheer.

Neither Tina or I have been compensated for giving a shout out.  I love to share Company's that provide a good service and a sweet smile to someone in need.

Farmgirl Flowers.com

Tina said she has used this company many times and has been satisfied each and every time.  I am a witness to this with the sweet Jasmine plant.  It is beautiful and the galvanized pot is perfect and unique. 

If you want to send a wonderful thoughtful gift you should visit this company.  The flowers and  plants crafted together along with unique wrapping make this gift a special one.

Thanks Tina for giving me a hug and smile with this special delivery.
Blogging friends are the best.

Have a great weekend.
We are enjoying gorgeous weather here in the Chicago area this weekend.  Sunshine and warmth.  Feels wonderful.
Kris

45 comments

  1. Ah, what a beautiful thought and deed! Tina sounds to be a very special lady - but then Kris - so are you! Sending you caring and supportive hugs, love Gilly (Cornwall, UK) xx

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  2. That's an amazingly thoughtful gift, and so pretty! Enjoy it, Kris.

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  3. What a sweet and special gift and friend! I hope things start looking up very soon, Kris.

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  4. What a wonderful gift for a sweet girl! Everything will be fine, Kris. Just breathe and stay confident!
    Hugs,
    Julia

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  5. Good Morning Kris
    What a wonderful gift to come home to and what a special sweet friend you have. That Jasmine is beautiful. Enjoy this fabulous weekend Kris
    deezie

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  6. Oh, sweet Kris! I am thrilled that you love the jasmine. I thought it was perfect for you.
    Enjoy your warm Chicago weather and I'm hoping you can get some down time this weekend.
    Fingers crossed that Junk Chic Cottage 3 reveals itself to you soon!
    XOXO, T.

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  7. What a lovely gift and I love the note she wrote - perfect!

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  8. Kris, What a wonderful surprise on the doorstep. I like that little pot and you can take it with you.!!Tina was so very thoughtful. We are also going to be in the 60's and 70's here this weekend...boy am I ever ready for it. Blessings to you and yours, xoxo, Susie

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  9. How thought full of Tina, and I hope your days get better Kris. Sending hugs...

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  10. A lovely and thoughtful gift from a lovely and thoughtful friend who knew just what you needed. Jasmine has such a lovely fragrance. I have always believed that we are sent a special friend, phone call, or gift when we are down, harassed or just about at the end of that proverbial rope. Your friends love you and want to support you as you go through these days of just "too much". xoxo

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  11. I hope you get fewer of those trying days! What a lovely gift. I have to go check out that website!

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  12. This is a such lovely gift!
    Hugs Alessandra

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  13. What a kind friend! Knew just what to do to cheer you up. Wish there were a lot more people like that with a kind heart and spirit. Here's hoping your life will calm down just a little and you can enjoy your spring. Keep your chin up!

    Judy

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  14. Friends really can make all the difference...what a lovely gift. I love her card, too!! :) xo

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  15. You are a good friend just like Tina.

    I'm sorry that you are having bad days - hope the light is there at the end of the tunnel.

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  16. What a beautiful gift.
    So sorry you have been haying a rough go of it my friend. Here's to brighter days.
    Hugs, Gee

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  17. What a sweet and very thoughtful gift, and with such a heartfelt note attached. Glad someone was able to brighten your day. And, good to know about a wonderful company as well.

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  18. Good friends like Tina is a huge way how God shows us how much he loves us and is with us especially when we feel alone. I have a wooden Angel that was sent to me by a blogging Angel and when I pass it during the day it reminds me of the kind love you gave me through dark times. You are so loved.
    xoxo Jo

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  19. How cute it that? What a sweet friend to send such encouragement. I'm about to head over and check out her blog.
    I hope you are hanging in there. Saying a prayer for you.

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  20. What a nice pick-me-up from Tina! Sometimes all you need is a little surprise from a friend to make life just a little easier. I'm hoping things settle down so you can breathe easier, Kris.

    xo, Vickie

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  21. Such a sweet gesture! And it helps get through difficult times when you know someone is thinking of you.

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  22. Kris, I guess I missed this post. What a beautiful and thoughtful gift from Tina. I just love her and she is all that you say she is. That is the cutest pot of flowers and I bet your pretty cottage is smiling! Hope you are feeling better and I think of you often..Happy Weekend..xxoJudy

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  23. Oh, how nice of her! Isn't it interesting how something appears to make us smile when we think we just can't bear one more thing to happen? Blogging friends are the best!
    Brenda

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  24. What a wonderful gift.
    Tina is a wonderful friend.
    diane @ thoughts&shots

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  25. What a special gift from a very special friend. That was so wonderful of her to send that to you. I am so glad that it was there to cheer you up.

    Cheer up, things are going to get better and Spring is just around the corner.

    Have a wonderful rest of the weekend.

    Hugs,
    Mary

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  26. Happy Saturday Kris,
    I hope your Mom is rebuilding strength in rehab and you and Terry are checking out new houses. Tina is a friend and I agree her heart is as big as Texas and sweet as can be... which brings me to you, my friend, your heart is like a Chicago deep dish pizza with a love that oozes like the yummy cheese. Love you both!!!

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  27. no one is more deserving than you to receive a ray of sunshine. I know first hand how difficult having a love one ill can cause everything else in your day to feel just a tad too heavy to bear. Having someone who instinctively knows you need a pick me up is a blessing that is beyond comprehension. Please take time to be good to your self Kris...you are valued by many for your uplifting attitude.

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  28. How so sweet of Tina! Some people know just what we need when it. I will definitely have a peek at this company.

    Sending many prayers that you and Terry have success soon in finding a house. And I hope the warm weather and sunshine this week makes you smile!

    Jane x

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  29. Good morning dear friend. Yes, miracles do happen, and they happen on ordinary days, in ordinary ways. But the timing of when they happen is what lifts these moments to the heavens, and you along with them. I found out recently, that "This is what our heart is for"...to love, to lift up each other. Everything else is just a test and will pass. Big love to ya....

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  30. Life can be brutal. It's a blessing and gift to have someone who recognizes she is blessed to be a blessing. May your heart be warmed for many weeks, months and, yes, even years, as you relish that gift of love.

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  31. Don't you just LOVE Tina? What a great gift!!! She sent me flowers when John was at his worst, too. The day it came I burst into tears and then smiles and then tears again. Someone "got it"!
    I am so sorry that you have been going through such trauma over the past few weeks---just when things were looking brighter with the new job, etc., trouble, once again, popped its head up to bite you.
    Hang in there- you have gotten through lots of tough times and you will get through this, too, because you are one tough cookie when you have to be tough! Much love to you---xo Diana

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  32. What a pretty arrangement. That was very sweet of her.

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  33. How cute is the jasmine in the galvanized pot! And blogging buddies are such a jewel. Glad Tina was able to send you some cheer...you deserve it!
    Hugs

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  34. Tina sounds like a real doll! The jasmine and galvanized tin is so you Kris. I'm glad that it brought you some cheer at the end of a rough day!! Keep your chin up sweet thing!!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  35. Hi Kris! How sweet - isn't it amazing how some things come to a person when you need it the most, yet expecting it the least? Jane

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  36. Oh Gosh, Kris. I bet you will swoon, when the flowers open the scent is so delicious. What are friends for, besides great moments like that. Grins, and it will get better soon, Sandi

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  37. Oh Gosh, Kris. I bet you will swoon, when the flowers open the scent is so delicious. What are friends for, besides great moments like that. Grins, and it will get better soon, Sandi

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  38. How sweet and thoughtful! I'm glad you got a much needed pick me up like this! xoxo

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  39. This is a such lovely gift from your blogger friend
    Hugs Alessandra

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  40. Jasmine is going to smell lovely once opened. What a sweet thought to send you such a darling present!

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  41. How so very sweet and thoughtful of Tina!!!! Bloggers are truly wonderful kind souls!

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  42. Lovely. A very sweet gift, and Jasmine has such a wonderful scent. Enjoy! xo

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