I put together this simple little gift to WELCOME a young couple into our neighborhood. Sweet newlyweds and military. We chatted for a while and I invited them to church. I also let them know we are prior military, so we understand the separation times and are nearby if they need us for anything.
I didn't want to give a food item since you never know if anyone has food allergies or on a DIET! like most of us are! So, as I pondered around in the store....I thought about potpourri smelling nice in a new house! I looked around and loved this little container.
I went back and forth on colors...then decided the smell of this potpourri was refreshing and so went with the brown and teal ribbon to match. Popular colors now..so maybe it'll fit
I had purchased the little sticker on my (humble) little homemade card a while back and how handy it was for this gift. The perfect touch.
They were very surprised when I came over with gift in hand!! and as I was leaving...Adam said....
"Thank you, thank you very much! this really means a lot!"
As I walked across the street back to my home, I thanked the LORD for the opportunity to not only show kindness and friendship, but also invite them to church...and have such a positive response! Praise the LORD!!
I thought about the many parents who have Prodigals out of church and pray daily for someone to encourage them or invite them to church!!
Maybe..just maybe...I was someone's answer to prayer! (a nice thought!!)
A Creative Heart...can also be a Loving Heart...and a Giving Heart!
HOPE~
8 comments:
Hope, you are such a thoughtful person. What a delightful gift! All nicely wrapped with a Creative, Loving and Giving Heart. You're such a nice neighbour to have!
- Diana
I'm a little envious of your neighbors.... maybe one of these days that will be ME living across the street! You never know!
In all seriousness though, I am so glad that you were able to be a blessing to this young couple. And what a wonderful thought indeed that you might have been someone's answer to prayer. That's a good thought for any of us, every day.
It's so gentle and a creative idea!
Wonderful artwork my friend Hope!You are very talented!
Many thanks for your kind visit in Luna's blog ( We love Luna), we are very happy!
God bless you
Luna and mommy Léia
Such a simple and pretty gift! It's always a blessing to 'be' a blessing!
That was a good idea. Simple things like that can go a long way. Not only did you give them something, but you took the TIME to put it together, which shows you cared. You are right, we never know when some mother or father are praying for God to move on someone to help draw their loved one closer to him. It is always a great feeling to know you have been a tool for God.
What a very sweet thing for you to do. I am sure the couple really appreciated it. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog(s) and leaving such sweet comments. I wanted to respond to you, but your account says no-reply. Please stop by and visit anytime :-)
What a special gift you gave ~ not only in the form of the potpourri and lovely card but the friendship and welcome you offered from your heart :o)
Blessings!
What a sweet neighbour you are! Your gift was presented so beautifully - I am sure it made your new neighbours feel very welcome.
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