Through my Auntie Ruth's eyes
My dear Auntie Ruth passed away two years ago. Although she was ninety-one years old, she left us way too soon, and rather suddenly. While my sister and I were attending to her affairs and cleaning out her house, a neighbor of hers from across the street came over and gave us lily bulbs from her own garden. I planted the bulbs the following autumn and impatiently waited until last spring to see them. Aren't they gorgeous?
The really beautiful thing about them is when I look at them blooming each spring I am looking at something my aunt would joyfully view each spring when she would look out her front window and across the street.
What a beautiful gift this neighbor to my aunt gave us. I am impatiently waiting for them to bloom again this spring, which is not too far off, I hope.
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That was a very thoughtful gift, certainly one that goes on giving year after year.
ReplyDeleteLizzie,
ReplyDeleteThat was so nice of Aunt Ruth's neighbor. What a nice remembrance. I know when they bloom you will think of your Aunt Ruth with fond memories! Once again, Thanks so much for the gift of your book! Now you have to sign it for me!
Hugs,
Debbie-dabble
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What beautiful lilies; a scrumptious colour of pink! I'm glad you have something beautiful to remind you of your beloved auntie. Happy Pink Saturday and have a lovely weekend.
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Sandi
What a beautiful memory and I absolutely loved the lilies. I have some in my yard. Thank you for stopping by, I will have to look for your book, it looks great, how wonderful you have a gift of writing.
ReplyDeleteGinger
Love those lilies. Can't wait for mine to bloom too. Happy Pink Saturday!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great remembrance for you. Happy Pink Saturday.
ReplyDeleteSherry @ A Happy Valentine
They are lovely. I have the same variety (I believe they are Asiatic lillies) planted across my front step. Have a wonderful week. Terri
ReplyDeleteBeautiful lilies and lovely story. :)
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What a lovely,loving neighbor your aunt was blessed with. And now..you have that sweet memory and gift of flowers. May all your pinks be beautiful..have a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post! Such a lovely gift - the blooms are just beautiful. Happy Pink Saturday! Stop by for a visit if you get a chance.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great gift - so sweet and kind - Happy Pink Saturday!
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