brown paper packages tied up with string

I got the prettiest package in the mail on Saturday from my sweet friend Joy. She sent me the cutest little pillow, a blanket for Robby, and a few other goodies. My favorite part of the package was definitely her beautiful handmade card and sweet note. She also put a few little hidden notes within the package. And her words to me were so special and encouraging. Just an all around fantastic package!

Isn't this pillow she made absolutely adorable?!!

I love that pink pom pom trim. 

And she tucked a little vintage crocheted doily and note to me inside the pocket. :)

it looks so cute on my vintage orange velour chair!

look at all the work she put into making this card, just for me! 

wow. i feel so blessed.

this little note made me cry. 

just the right words that i needed to be reminded of!

and she also made me this super cute little brooch.
so perfect for fall!

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I felt so loved after opening this package from my dear friend. I am convinced in this technological age that we live in, we so often miss out on the extreme blessing of receiving a letter or care package in the mail. It's so easy to just send a text or a tweet or an email. I want to be more intentional about taking the time to write down on paper my appreciation for my friends and family. I want to step away from the computer more often and get back to the basics, you know?

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"brown paper packages tied up with string..."

(definitely one of my favorite things!)

and another way that my life is more lovely!

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