Wow, what a blessed day!
I spent a lovely few hours with Odette, a close friend who came over this morning to give me these lovely birthday gifts, the Devotions book of poems by Mary Oliver and my fave author Richard Paul Evans’ book called The Noel Diary.
She called me up yesterday and she said that she is coming today to visit me. We haven’t seen each other for more than a year now although we get in touch regularly through Facebook. We had lunch here at home and a bit of “kuwentuhan”.
This is the fourth book of Mary Oliver that she gave me. I have several books by Richard Paul Evans but I don’t have this one yet….well, until today. Gosh, what a joy to see her again.
This thick hardbound book of Mary Oliver contains so many of her poems taken from several of her previously published books. Can’t wait to read it. It is not that kind of book that you read though just once, it is meant to be savored and admired. Her words are just so lovely.
It is indeed a blessing to have friends who love the same things that you do.
Dreams And Escapes 
That’s true and always great to stay connected with dear ol’ friends! 🙂
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Thank you Emile Therese!
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That was nice of her to visit, and bring such lovely gifts too. Real friends are to be treasured.
Best wishes, Pete.
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True Pete. She always gives me books. Back when she hasn’t retired yet and still working in the US, she would bring home several books just for me. those hard to find copies here.
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A blessing, indeed
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Thanks Derrick 🙂
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That collection is wonderful. I am so glad you have one in your own hands to treasure.
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So lucky and blessed Elizabeth. I love Mary Oliver and I collect books by Richard Paul Evans 🙂
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