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I had a call yesterday from Toni, an old friend from work. She wanted to stop by because her daughter had something she wanted to give me. I’d made my plan for the day (sit around watching television in a day old shirt and underwear….LOL!) but reluctantly agreed. I took out some trash and gave things a quick touchup since I wasn’t really ready for a visit and the place needed a bit of attention I typically give it on Sundays or Mondays. In days of COVID-19, I don’t have enough – any! – visitors so things tend to get a bit slack in the housekeeping department. Oh well. They arrived, Toni and I caught up a bit on how things have been, then Addison gave me what she wanted to give me:
I was stunned and became emotional. Thanks again to Addison! Andy had to check it out, of course.
Sorry, we’re so dang late. We finally made it here. What an incredibly thoughtful thing to do. A memory to make your steps a little lighter There is a lot of emotion in that picture. Now, to find a great place to hang it.
Jean
I haven’t much wall space left to hang it, but I am just about sure I’ve found a good place if I move other pictures around.
What a cheerful gift that must of been for you Doug! Just what you needed after a year that nobody will miss!
It was!
Mr. Doug, that was such a kind gesture from her and what an amazing gift! I’m sure Andy will pick out just the purrfect spot where you can hang it on the wall where you can admire it each and every day.
Yes, I was very surprised.
What an awesome gift!
I was very surprised and pleased.
How beautiful dear Doug, I am so emotional, impressed me so much. I hope and wish a happy Christmas and New Year, much love to you both. Thank you, nia
It’s been an emotional year, and this photo – a screen print from a video – seemed to encapsulate everything in my mind as we headed into the holidays.
exactly dear Doug, 2021 means so much for all of us, we expect more peace and better days in the world. I do pray for this. Love, nia
Me, too, my friend!
Great picture of the two boys. Glad your Christmas went Ok and happy new Year.
Thank you, Greg! Likewise, I hope yours does, too!
A touching gesture from your visitors, Doug, bless them!
I was totally overwhelmed by it.
“Peace on earth will come to stay when we live Christmas every day.” – Quote by Helen Steiner Rice
May you have a wonderful and beautiful Christmas with your loved ones.
A lovely quote, Kally! May you enjoy the same.
What a wonderful gift. Merry Christmas.
Yes!
That was such a thoughtful and beautiful gift. Merry Christmas!
She’s a very sweet person, as noted.
Merry Christmas and have a safe new year (not a new strain)!!
Whew! Just when we felt things might get better, eh!?
Yup. And things are getting worse. Hope that 2021 is not the same as this year
The factors that degrade life are still in place, unfortunately. For example, these days in America, it is a tragedy that three or so multibillionaires continue to reap huge increases in their fortunes while millions of people face hunger and eviction from their homes because they’ve lost their jobs because of COVID-19. It shocks me that this could happen here and seems unlikely to end soon.
As a matter of fact, this gap will increase day by day. And the government will have to regulate this in some way. As this pandemic is not likely to end very soon.
Unfortunately….
Merry Christmas to all with or without fur.
Thank you, Tim!
Aw, so sweet Doug! So glad you said yes to your friend’s impromptu visit! All the best to you for Christmas and the new year! 🙌
So true! Same for you and yours!
Thanks for your greetings , Doug . I responded but the card will be late .
What a thoughtful gift from your friend’s daughter!
In friendship
Michel
No problem, Michel. I often get cards sent late myself.
Happy and healthy holidays to both of you!
Thank you, Dolly! Chanukah has passed, but I hope it was meaningful and full of your delicious food!
My pleasure, Doug and Andy!
What a beautiful painting of Andy and Dougy! I cried seeing the photos of Dougy and your brother, and this beautiful painting. Wishing you a Merry Christmas, Doug and Andy!
So did I, frankly. It came out of the blue, I was kind of thinking they were bringing Christmas goodies over since I couldn’t think of another reason. When Dougy got out that time, it was Addison’s brother who found him, another connection I thought. Oh well! I was pleased with what did happen.
Awww this is so sweet, Doug! Have a blessed day, my friend. 🙏🏻
Yes, I was totally caught off guard by this present. I think I suspected they were coming over with Christmas candy and baked goods. (Maybe chili??? LOL!)
That is beautiful, Doug! Merry Christmas to you and Andy!
Yes, and it was totally unexpected, Leah, which made it even more appreciated. The young woman who drew it is going into a medical field and is very sweet. She is one of those people who likes to talk with people, making them comfortable. I predict she will be excellent with patients! She comes from a nice family, so I suppose it is not to be unexpected.
This is so beautiful, Doug! Wishing you a wonderful ending of the year, my friend!
Thank you Herman. This has been a rough year for many of us cat people – you, Lavinia, and me come to mind – and this surp0rise gift helped me put some of that grief aside. They always stay with us in memories and things that bring happier times to mind. I am especially happy that I took lots of videos and posted them on You Tube when they were young and have this blog full of their photos for their whole time.
Dearest Dougy is still missed! What a wonderful gift!!
It was, GP, and I feel exactly how you feel. It was totally unexpected, the best kind of gift! My Christmas plan had been to sit around in a day old shirt and underwear! Of course, I had to straighten up and fly straight for guests.
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Merry Christmas. Enjoy your day. All the best
Thank you, Rozina! Lots of yummy things to learn about through you in 2021!
Thank you very much. That;s really nice of you. Take care please ✨✨✨
You, too!
Thanks, Doug. Sher and I wish you and Andy a most happy day and good fortunes in 2021.
Yes! I look forward to more of your blog posts, too!
Merry Christmas Doug…have a wonderful day chuq
I will be getting together with another blogger this afternoon, by phone, for a little toast with single malt scotch to whatever inspires us! Thank you, and I have hope we get through till January 20th with no additional major chaotic episodes.
Enjoy my friend chuq
Single malt scotch and a long telephone talk made for an extra nice day!
Sounds great. chuq
We’re doing it again tomorrow. When we discovered we both enjoyed single malt scotch, we set up a long distance sample test of several examples. It seems we both prefer the smokey Islay scotches best, and the one we had yesterday was a super example new to me.
sounds like an enjoyable time chuq
It was!
Best Christmas present ever?
Short of living 17 years past my initial diagnosis for Wegener’s granulomatosis when on December 19th of 2003 my pulmonologist said the prognosis was I’d be dead within two years (!), this could be the best, yes!