Could This Be My Best Christmas Gift Ever?

My mom rocks!  She sent me a box of greenery cuttings from the family farm, in Virginia.  Not only that, she included a container, floral foam, and all the supplies I needed to create an arrangement.  A big bow, too.  How cool is that?

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I gleefully unpacked Magnolia leaves, Boxwood, Nandina berries, and began to plan.  Working with these plants gave me a sense of nostalgia.  An unexpected bonus that made the gift even more special. 

Here’s my result:

Wasn’t that sweet of my mom to think of such a creative gift and to put in the time needed to cut and pack everything?  I got to enjoy her thoughtfulness, a little nostalgia kick, the fun of creating the arrangement, and the enjoyment of having it in my home.  For those reasons, I think this will rank as one of my all-time favorite gifts.

THANKS Mom!
Ellen Lindner