I got a surprise the other day, and it was a really good one.
Darla from More Family and Flowers sent me a package when I won her give away.
I love getting packages, there is this wonderful element of surprise, and a connection with the sender, life is good when you get a package.
This one was superb, among the items it contained were a homemade delectable candle, a beautifully painted terra cotta pot, can't wait until I find a little something to fit snugly inside it.
And a "I feel famous" hand painted T-shirt. She blocked out the words Muddy Boot Dreams on it. Brown, my absolute favorite color, and it has a heart on it. I heart this T-shirt. Love it!
Bootsie insisted on being my model for the shot.
Thank you Darla. I might just have a little surprise for you in the works, watch your mailbox.
I also wanted to share this great, simple recipe from a wonderful food blogger Dinner with Julie.
She practically saved the day for me. Last minute gift ideas for those who work. Chocolate truffles, and they were so simple to make!
She practically saved the day for me. Last minute gift ideas for those who work. Chocolate truffles, and they were so simple to make!
I made Earl Grey Tea, and Cherry Chili, infused truffles, packaged them all up, just in time for those drop in visitor's Christmas gifts.
Too bad I can't send them over the border to Darla, but I bet the sniffing dogs at the border would have a fit.
It would almost be worth it....
Hey, no more candy photos before I've had breakfast. Those truffles look delicious and cool t-shirt.
ReplyDeletei love the t~shirt...it is perfect.
ReplyDeletedarla is so talented in so many areas.
enjoy all your loot.
happy december.
Congratulations! It DOES feel like a wonderful surprise to receive and open a PACKAGE. Even when you know what's going to be inside.
ReplyDeleteThose truffles look like they would melt in my mouth...I'm staying away from stuff like that for a little while. I've earmarked this idea though and will keep it in mind when I need a little something special to take with me somewhere. I only do easy and this looks like it might fit the bill.
Enjoy your day & your goodies.
So glad you enjoyed your package...lucky guess you and brown...just something about the title muddy boots!! LOL
ReplyDeleteFabulous gift of the t-shirt. Wear it proudly!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great shirt! I hope Bootsie lets you have it back!!! I love easy recipes too - Thanks & Happy New Year! (I saw on Connie's latest post that your and my new year's eve plans are much the same!!!)
ReplyDeleteOooh lucky you and whoever gets some of those truffles too.
ReplyDeleteEarl Gray? Wow I'll have to try those.
Happy New Year Jen.
What a lovely surprise! I've overdosed on sweets this Christmas, and every one I see looks better than the last.
ReplyDeleteIf I understood your comment on my blog post 'Never Explain' correctly, you'd like to be able to easily visit the main blog of anyone who comments on your blog.
When I comment on a blog, if Name/URL is a choice, I use that option so that clicking on my name takes the reader to my primary blog rather to a profile that has a dozen blogs on it from which to choose.
Sometimes Name/URL isn't one of the choices, according to how the blog where I'm commenting has set up the comments. I think it will work here. It takes an extra step, choosing and typing in my name and pasting in my URL. I hope it makes others glad.
I just love the Darla candle it smells like something bakeing in the room. Will have to try the recipe. Happy 2010
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Oh it's always great fun to get a package! Wishing you a very happy new year, Jen, filled with joy and blessings!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Mary
I love that T shirt!!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm still in a chocolate-overload mode after using a gift certificate at See's chocolate yesterday and then gorging myself on chocolate, nuts and caramel. Yummy :-)
ReplyDeleteIsn't it wonderful how a special gift just brightens our day? The truffles look so delicious.
ReplyDeleteHi Jen~~ That Darla! She has a heart of gold. I've been the happy recipient of her generosity as well. She sure knows how to put her talents to work. I love your personalized T shirt.
ReplyDeleteTruffles. OMGosh, they look so yummy!
What fun to receive such surprises in the mail, Jen! Here's to a happy new year, and all the best in 2010.
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