Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Internet Friends

I love the internet. I think it is the greatest invention since sliced bread. Not only is there a wealth of information online, but also there is the opportunity to make friends from far away places. Friends you would never have known if not for the internet. Friends who go out of their way to do something nice for someone they do not know except for an occasional online chat. I cannot express how deeply I cherish each and every one of these friends.

Recently, I won a blog contest sponsored by Lettie at the Polka Dot Pineapple. The prize for the contest was a pillow. Not only did she send me a pillow, she sent me an entire box of her beautiful creations. I posted these gifts in a previous blog. Such a great friend she has become.

I have another internet friend I met from New York. Her name is Janet. One day while I was chatting online with her, I happened to mention my daughter was expecting a little girl. She was due to have it on July 8th. Today I received a package in the mail from this friend. What a surprise I had when I opened the package.

Along with a beautiful handmade card was a precious little pink sweater, hat and bootie set, all hand crocheted by her.


What a nice surprise!!! I am sure it will look beautiful on my new little granddaughter. I will treasure it always. Thanks, Janet.

Have a great day, friends!

8 comments:

Alice Grace said...

How precious is that! I love that little sweater set! I, too, have found the most wonderful people in blogland!

Val said...

I love the internet too. There are bad things I am sure but I love blogland! Good people. I love your blog. Thanks for sharing.

Katherine said...

I have to agree with you about the internet providing connections with some wonderful people. It's pretty amazing, when you think of it!

What a beautiful sweater set for your granddaughter! A generous and thoughtful friend you have made.

You must be getting quite excited as July 8th approaches. Best wishes to you and your family. We'll be waiting to hear more about your new granddaughter.

Arlette said...

Oh, that sweater set is so cute. And it's pink! I'm sure your granddaughter is going to look so sweet in it.
Joyce, I have to agree with you about the internet and how it has opened up a whole new avenue for friendships to blossom. I consider myself very fortunate to have met some very nice people this way. Take care, my friend.
Aloha!

Aunt Jo said...

How cute! I just love little baby clothes. A very thoughtful gift.

Mom2fur said...

Oh, my gosh, this is so true! The Internet is just overflowing with great people...especially bloggers, LOL! It helps me see that most folks are really decent, nice individuals, despite all the 'nay-saying' about the human race.
Isn't Lettie the cutest? She's so talented!

Mom2fur said...

Hey, btw...I've been doing a thing on my blog where I'm trying to link to at least one blog in all 50states. You're going to be my Iowa! (I just posted recently that I can't seem to find blogs for the center section of the USA--from Montana down to Texas--and just in these past 2 days I found your nice blog and one from Missouri!)

Jill said...

just found your blog, really enjoyed reading it, congrats on your new grand baby, I can't wait tell I get to that point in my life, I can't wait to spoil grandkids rotten!!