The holiday season is a time of joy, time spent with family and friends. Despite this joyous holiday, I cant't help but recall those to whom I was close who are no longer here on earth. A few years ago one of my closest friends died and her daughter gave me this piece of jewelry, which I wear every day. One of my former students is fluent in Chinese and has told me that the design seems to be a syylized version of the character for "longevity." I'll accept that!!
What a beautiful precious. Jewel this is! Can imagine you wear this every day..
ReplyDeleteA sweet memento indeed....:)
ReplyDeleteYour post bit close to home. My best friend died suddenly 15 yrs ago and she too has been on my mind..
ReplyDeleteLive life!
ReplyDeleteIt's very pretty.
ReplyDeleteAs much as we speak of the joy of the season, Christmas can also be painful for those of us who have lost loved ones.
Thank you - I also carry those who have gone ahead of us - close to my heart . . . thank you for sharing . . .
ReplyDeleteWarm wishes to you
Nice momento.
ReplyDeleteit's lovely to have such a pretty reminder of your friend
ReplyDeleteHow lovely to have such a memento to remember your friend each day Kate.
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice gift! Your friend must have been very special indeed.
ReplyDeleteMementos like this are priceless. I have a small gold heart that's patterned with my mother's fingerprint. I wear it every day and feel like I'm taking her with me.
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful and a wonderful remembrance of your friend.
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