Welcome to another Silver Sundayhosted by Beth at Gypsy Fish Journal.
I have a new treasure that I'd like to share with you today. It was a thank you gift from The New Guy (Rich) who joined the Wild Hogs II ride this year. Rich handed a beautifully wrapped box to me when he arrived and said that it was a "thank you" (in advance) for "putting up with him" while he was here.
I don't think I told you at the time, but these men were no trouble at all. I'd make a meal and they'd all clear the table and do the dishes. They made their own beds on the mornings after sleeping in our home, and the day they each left, the beds were stripped and the bedding was put into my laundry room. They were wonderful house guests, who - with or without their wives - are welcome here any time they please.
My brother-in-law always gets my bike detailed to show his appreciation for me letting him use it. I recently received a beautiful live plant arrangement and chocolate from Eric to show his appreciation for joining the group, so I received lots of special treatment from all these kind-hearted gentlemen.
I opened Rich's gift to find this treasure inside. It's a Mariposa Brilliante® napkin holder, with a heavy, little alligator reclining on top of these summery napkins. It's actually a weight to keep the napkins from blowing away. I think it's an elegant solution to dining outside when there's a slight breeze. Isn't the little alligator cute?Thank you, Rich and Deb. I love your thoughtful and useful gift. It's sitting where I can see it every day...even when I'm not using it. Can't wait until Handsome and I see you again and I can thank you in person.
Thanks also to our Silver Sunday hostess, Beth. Be sure to click on this link to visit the other participants in her Silver Sunday Party. 
I'm off to read the other Silver Sunday posts now. I hope you have a perfect day. See you next month!
P.S. Don't forget to set your clocks ahead an hour this morning! Happy Daylight Savings Time.
Hello :) I love your gift. That is just adorable.
ReplyDeleteGail
Your gift is both adorable and practical. Looks like an appropriate gift for a Florida home. ;-)
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Hi Pretty Lady,
ReplyDeleteThat is such an awesome gift, and so practical as I'm sure it's windy out there near the ocean. I've missed chatting with you, but so much has been going on and now I'm getting ready for my bloggers luncheon in April. Take care friend.
Hugs,
Meri
Hi Donna...
ReplyDeleteAhhh...your silver napkin holder and alligator are just adorable, my friend! That little alligator has such character...what a fun piece to add to your table! How very sweet of your friend! Wow...I'm impressed! Sounds like all of your house guests were a great bunch to host!!! Thank you for sharing your pretty silver with us for Silver Sunday!
Warmest wishes,
Chari @Happy To Design
What a sweet gift....he's really very cute. Have a great Silver Sunday!
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Beth
What a fun gift! Aren't thoughtful house guests just the BEST!?
ReplyDeleteThat is really cute!!
ReplyDeleteDear Donna,
ReplyDeleteThat is adorable and what a neat gift. Now, I will have to get one...
Love,
Carol
How cute and thoughtful is that..
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Melissa
Good Morning, Donna,
ReplyDeleteYour napkin holder is a great gift...and the alligator, so adorable. I can't wait till we can get outside to sit on our patio.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend. ~Natalie
Hello,
ReplyDeletewhat a sweet gift is this little box with the silver alligator. I think they enjoyed it very much to be your guest. What did you said to them: "See you later, alligator"???
Greetings, Johanna
Very cute, very thoughtful, love the bamboo.
ReplyDeleteSusanne.
Too cute!
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