A Beautiful Gift ~

...today is my 48th birthday...
and this morning I received the most beautiful gift.

no, it wasn't a new car...
or even new socks ~

the gift was a beautiful new day
waking up in this humble little farmhouse....

surrounded by those I love
& who love me back despite my many inperfections.

my gift was a gentle sunrise, crowing roosters and the smell of fresh-brewed coffee.
it was the clanking of pots in the kitchen as my husband prepared breakfast,
and the usual sounds of the busy morning of my teenager getting ready for school...

being greeting by clamorous chickens and braying donkeys,
each sending me their own unique birthday wishes in trade for some feed....

my gift was knowing that I have family that is caring, loving and supportive
and always ready to let me know when to slow down
(thanks Mommy) ~

sisters who make me laugh,...and cry ~
and cherishing each moment I get to spend with them.

...my gift is being blessed with seemingly endless creativity,
that I, in turn, can gift you with ~
yet, again
I receive your friendships in return ~
that is the biggest & bestest present of all ~

Thank You all for the gifts!!!


Blessings from the Farm...
Lori p.s.
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