Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Welcome Home!



I had a good flight back today and was met and warmly welcomed at the airport by Mr. Flea...(it seems he missed me!)
...and then welcomed again by some sweet purple crocus in our garden when we arrived home...



Even the first of the daffodils bloomed in the spring sunshine!



The sweet surprises didn't stop there...



A package had arrived from Mira of Belle Blanc ....
... this beautiful handmade linen heart was waiting for me...
click to enlarge and read this special poem by EE Cummings...



...also included were some of Mira's lovely soaps, a packet of Baby Boo pumpkin seeds and a copy of the collage she made of all the entries in her favorite cup contest giveaway...



How very lucky I am that Mira loved my cup as much as I do!



Thank you dear Mira....your beautiful heart will be cherished for years to come!
Your generosity and the time spent on all the details and presentation of your gifts is deeply appreciated.

I had a wonderful time with my family in Florida but it was good to be home again too...
...and I cannot forget our little Starla who welcomed me home with kitty kisses....

But ... I am not home for long!
I am repacking and getting ready to leave tomorrow morning for Montreal, Canada!
We are off to visit McGill University and to meet Ms. Zita from Mlle Magpie!

Let's see what we can find in Montreal to show you!
Stay tuned...

Be well!
:)
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20 comments:

  1. LisaMarch 24, 2010 at 8:30 PM

    WOW! Have fun! One end of the continent to the other!! hehe Lovely prize enjoy!
    Hugs, Lisa

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  2. Jacqueline @ HOMEMarch 24, 2010 at 8:34 PM

    Dear Laura,
    I am very envious. I love Mira's blog, Belle Blanc and, I forgot to enter her teacup giveaway. That linen heart is stunning and amazing and her soaps are delightful. But, they went to a really good home !!!!
    Welcome home and bon voyage !
    Have a great time in Canada. Have a safe journey. XXXX

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  3. TheresaMarch 24, 2010 at 8:42 PM

    What a wonderful gift to welcome you home, a husband who missed you and beautiful flowers too? Wow... sweet! Have a restful evening and get ready for the next trip!

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  4. north palMarch 24, 2010 at 8:53 PM

    i am sure hubby missed you and of course,that Starla. she is a wonderful kitty. the E.E. cummings poem is super and i lust for it. Welcome home for just a few days. Bestest,Denise

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  5. Julie@beingRUBYMarch 24, 2010 at 10:37 PM

    Dear Laura
    Welcome home!!! You know I was going to enter that giveaway also.. even took photos but didn't post them.. but now I have seen that heart!! hahaha... still your teacup was a beauty that I could not compete with... You know that is my favourite poem.. I posted that poem way back when I did a tag on 'My Heart' so I think it is wonderfully appropriate.. congrats on the lovely win...and have a fabulous time on your next little journey... ciao... xxx Julie

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  6. Preemie DonnaMarch 24, 2010 at 11:04 PM

    Wish I could join you I love Canada.. Someday when we win the lottery we will buy a vacation home there.. LOL. :) Come on Lottery..
    Great pictures and love the gifts..

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  7. Grannys AtticMarch 24, 2010 at 11:40 PM

    Welcome home, love the flower photos and the sweet gift you had waiting for you. Blessings, Vicky

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  8. It's meMarch 25, 2010 at 4:34 AM

    Welcome home ..and have a good trip tomorrow..........love the heart !

    Have a good sunshining day hugs from me......and is you have tome............i really wanne know what you find of my post ,about my bedroom so please come over to see............hugs from me.........by !

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  9. Zita - Mlle MagpieMarch 25, 2010 at 6:52 AM

    Can't wait till you come, Laura! Have a safe drive up here.

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  10. MichajaMarch 25, 2010 at 7:02 AM

    How nice to be as spoiled like that at one day!

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  11. Beach House LivingMarch 25, 2010 at 8:44 AM

    How nice to come home to flowers and surprises.

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  12. LululizMarch 25, 2010 at 8:49 AM

    Off again? A right little globetrotter, lol. Wasn't it nice to come home to such lovely little treasures? I do like that heart very much.

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  13. vicki archerMarch 25, 2010 at 8:57 AM

    Have a great trip and enjoy that gorgeous heart....it is adorable, xv.

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  14. ~*~ saskia ~*~March 25, 2010 at 2:41 PM

    Have a safe trip and enjoy! Just popped onto your lovely blog, off now to read some of your past posts....

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  15. OlgaMarch 25, 2010 at 4:57 PM

    viajera que!! pasatelo bien
    Un abrazo, Olga

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  16. RosemaryMarch 25, 2010 at 6:08 PM

    How nice to come home to such wonderful surprises.
    Glad you got home safe,
    Rosemary

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  17. Pansy Cottage GirlMarch 25, 2010 at 10:26 PM

    Looks like you had a great time. I'll be back to see what treasures you find.

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  18. BeatnheartMarch 26, 2010 at 12:43 AM

    What a fabulous pressie that was waiting for you..have a lovely trip..Montreal is a beautiful city and you will love it...Cynthia

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  19. jacklynn4March 26, 2010 at 6:29 AM

    L, I'll be heading up to Montreal this spring! Please pass my regards to Mlle. Magpie. I look forward to your impressions. Isn't it nice to see spring "springing" here is New England? I have my FIRST SHOW! 29th Annual Duxbury Antiques Show on Sat/Sun. Have a great day!
    Jackie
    Bliss Farm Antiques

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  20. Diana Sh PMarch 26, 2010 at 6:40 AM

    such a lovely surprise did you've get:)
    congrats!

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