I'm way overdue for some Thank you’s, so without further ado, I give you (in order of arrival):
Thank you Beth!
Beth sent me a Third Day CD and some lovely note cards and sticky notes (great for keeping notes on pattern modifications) “just because”. The CD is hugely inspirational and uplifting and I listen to it a lot. Beth, you were so right about this CD being a great comfort. It reminds me with each listening to rely on God to support me though this difficult time. Friends like you are a blessing too!
Thank you Lisa!
Lisa was my Bloomin’ Feet* sock pal and she did a fabulous job. The yarn is STR in the Apple Valley colorway and the pattern is Central Air from BMFA. The fit is perfect Lisa, rest assured! In addition to the lovely socks, Lisa included a skein of Schaefer Anne in Flamingo which was my “dream yarn” on the BF questionnaire. Candy and some lovely cinnamon oatmeal soap were tucked in the corners of the box.
Thank you Elizabeth!
Elizabeth was my Special Swap** partner and special does not begin to describe Elizabeth’s thoughtfulness in putting together my package. Early on she asked me about my dream vacation (the theme of this particular swap). When I told her it was to travel to Greece, Elizabeth put together a vacation package to rival any travel agent on earth. The list of goodies is exhaustive, and forgive me Elizabeth if I forget anything. My vacation included a Greek cookbook, a Greek tour planning guide, a journal to record my travels, note cards to write home, floral post-its (can’t have too many of those), some lovely scented soap, a blue, green and white candle and a jar of Greek olives. To get me in the Greek spirit, she included the DVD Zorba the Greek and some CD’s featuring the music of Greece. To remember my lovely vacation, Elizabeth also included a Greek key chain and six skeins of Tweedy Cotton Classic #479 (Aqua Twist), two skeins of Koigu in a lovely sea blue and a skein of Cherry Tree Hill Supersock in the Spring Frost colorway.
Beth, Lisa and Elizabeth all included chocolate and candy in their thoughtful packages, none of which made it to the phone shoot. I’m sure you all understand.
* Bloomin’ Feet and Toasty Toes are small intimate sock swaps hosted by my good friend Amanda. She does a fabulous job with these swaps as well as the Yarn Aboard swaps and is to be commended once again on the conclusion of a successful exchange. Amanda, my dear, you rock, as always!!
** The Special Swap is another small swap hosted by my friend Lynne. Lynne does a wonderful job of matching swappers every two months and coming up with fun themes to inspire us. Great job once again Lynne. I am proud to claim you as a friend!
Comments (13)
Wow! Your mailbox has been bursting lately! All of it is absolutely fabulous!
The socks are gorgeous and pink and very you!
Posted by amanda | May 12, 2007 5:00 PM
Posted on May 12, 2007 17:00
Wow - your mailbox has been stuffed full of goodies!
Those pink socks are fabulous! I've also been eyeing the Schaeffer Anne yarn - let me know what you think.
And Greece... how cool.... one of my favorite dream-about-it vacations.
Great gifts from everyone to you - you totally deserve them!
Posted by Teyani | May 12, 2007 5:30 PM
Posted on May 12, 2007 17:30
I'm glad you got some lovely packages and happy to know that they cheered you.
Posted by Carole | May 12, 2007 6:33 PM
Posted on May 12, 2007 18:33
Look at all your lovely yarn! And those socks are so pretty. I'm glad you've been getting some nice packages.
Posted by Beth | May 12, 2007 10:08 PM
Posted on May 12, 2007 22:08
What yummy packages, lucky you!
Posted by keri | May 14, 2007 3:40 PM
Posted on May 14, 2007 15:40
I'm glad to see you back to blogging again. It's so wonderful to have friends who send fabulous packages to cheer you up. I know this is a rough time for you, and I hope you are doing well. Take care, and enjoy all of those goodies!
Posted by Rachel | May 15, 2007 4:22 AM
Posted on May 15, 2007 04:22
What a great haul. Your mailman has been very busy this week. Lucky you!
Posted by sprite | May 15, 2007 8:39 AM
Posted on May 15, 2007 08:39
What wonderful packages have arrived in your mailbox! Your BF socks are just awesome! Let us know how you like the Schaeffer Anne yarn. It comes in such pretty colorways, but I have been afraid to try it because it looks so thin.
I hope you are well dear Leah!
Posted by Karen | May 16, 2007 2:27 PM
Posted on May 16, 2007 14:27
Such wonderful gifts for you Leah! Elizabeth makes the best swap packages, and I am so glad that you got her for this round. Blessings and prayers for you...it's good to see you back.
Posted by Lynne | May 16, 2007 7:44 PM
Posted on May 16, 2007 19:44
I'm still so thrilled that you liked your package. You deserve to get some wonderful gifts!!
Posted by Lisa | May 17, 2007 9:39 AM
Posted on May 17, 2007 09:39
Hello~I found your blog via Amanda and the bitty socks. I wanted to comment today because you were thankful for the Third Day album. I have seen them numerous times in concert. Todd Agnew is touring with them this summer and he is so great too. I have found alot of comfort and strength in all their music. Have a great spring day!
Posted by Julie | May 17, 2007 3:30 PM
Posted on May 17, 2007 15:30
Leah,
It was so great to see that you are blogging again. I cannot fathom the pain you are feeling right now but I can pray for you. I love Third Day, got to seem them in concert last summer. That was sooooooo AWESOME!
I ended up giving away all the yarn I won from your blogiversary except for the STR which I actually made footie socks out of with enough for another small pair....
I am now working on socks in cotton! See how you inspired me not to give up!
Posted by marti | May 26, 2007 9:50 AM
Posted on May 26, 2007 09:50
Those are AWESOME packages! I particularly love the "dream vacation" theme. Was that part of the swap, or was that your swap partner's own idea? I totally love it.
Posted by Rachel | June 19, 2007 6:16 PM
Posted on June 19, 2007 18:16