Once upon a recent Spring
A lovely, GIFTED Teacher
Suggested that we meet
For a cup of tea or two
That day, on blessed Rabbit Hill
The Angels Smiled and Graced Us
With the Priceless GIFT of Friendship
The Start of Something NEW
A newly found Soul Sister
A Sparkling Precious Gem
A Sacred Bond was forming
With this Most Special FRIEND
A heart of gold that knows no limits
A smile that could light up the world
Eyes full of hope and sweet compassion
The GIFT of seeing GOOD IN ALL
KINDNESS is her mantra.
Is her creed.
Her talents are exceptional....
So many GIFTS.. she's blessed indeed.
Like FAIRY DUST enchanting all
She sprinkles MAGIC, WHIMSY , JOY
Inspiring others is her GIFT
To every grown-up, girl, and boy...
Have you yet guessed of whom I speak?
This SWEET and GENTLE, NOBLE soul
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The GIFT that is her precious FRIENDSHIP
Has made MY world more WHOLE
I am so HONORED and BLESSED to call this BRILLIANT
and WONDROUS human being my FRIEND!
I know I am not the first to extoll the magnificent qualities of BEAUTIFUL ANITA at
Castles Crowns and Cottages, and I won't be the last. But she truly deserves it.
Anita brings so much light and beauty to our world. So much encouragement and wisdom. I also have only Anita to thank for encouraging me to enter the magical world of BLOGLAND...
Anita has many GIFTS, but one of her absolute greatest is to make every person she touches feel
SPECIAL, WORTHY, LOVED, APPRECIATED, HEARD.
THANK YOU DEAREST FRIEND!
If you haven't already, please visit Anita's MAGICAL, POETIC, BEAUTIFUL world at
Castles Crowns and Cottages!
Have a fabulous weekend!
images: Pinterest, Anita (Castles, Crowns and Cottages)
Goodmorning Irini!What a lovely tribute to a sweet person Anita!I have only known her here on blogger a short time.I must say she always has the sweetest comments to leave when she passes through.Friends are indeed so very special.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day!
The computer screen is blurry at this moment, for my tears are over-taking me at this moment.
ReplyDeleteEvery sentence and image is by far, a jewel to me, ma chère amie. Merci mille fois pour cet hommage d'amitié et je t'ai dit que TOI, tu es douée de talents extraordinaires en écriture, en poèsie et les arts. SUIS TES RÊVES...tu en as tant....wow, THE HORSE!!!!! THE HORSE!!!! I saw a fabulous show the other night called, HORSEPOWER! They are divine beasts who want to just be loved. AND THE AQUA GEM, THE HARP! (ha....every time I play for you, my fingers are cold!) oh ma belle, this is a treat for me and I THANK YOU AU FOND DU COEUR!!!! BISOUS, Anita
What a beautiful tribute to one of the most "magical" people I have ever ever had the pleasure of knowing...
ReplyDeleteYour words gave me "goosebumps" as you so perfectly described my beloved friend, Anita.
I believe these wonderful accolades you so eloquently described about Anita, is how EVERYONE feels when they meet this amazing woman. She is so incredibly gifted in so many areas...yet her most precious gift, to me, is her friendship.
I simply adore her.
Thank you for visiting me, as well. Your kind words really touched my heart this morning...
Is it so obvious to me why Anita just adores you!!!!!! :) :)
Have a beautiful day~
Lisa
Bilancia Designs
Dear Irina
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful post to Anita. The feelings on her part, I assure you, and on mine, is mutual. We are so happy that we connected with you this last Spring.
Your friend,
Ruben
PS, thank you for that wonderful salad; it was delicious.
Indeed, a magical day. THAT SALAD WAS DYNAMITE!!!!! moi.
ReplyDeleteHello Irina...what a beautiful post on a very special Friend...dear Anita is such a joy...her posts...her words...how wonderful that you both have connected...Dzintra
ReplyDeleteDear Irina ,
ReplyDeleteYou both created wonderful posts full of friendship and beauty ! I am truly happy for you and Anita . I thank her for encouraging you to have your own blog , otherwise I wouldn't know you .Thank you for being so kind to me .Keep the joy of your friendship alive forever !
Oh, what a marvelous tribute to Anita! Your words and images capture her persona just as I perceive her to be!! You two sound like true kindred spirits! Bravo, Irina!
ReplyDeleteI came over from Anita's blog to say hello, and here is this wonderful post about her and your close friendship. Anita is a special soul and I was so glad to have discovered her blog..... and now I have found yours too! Your pictures are beautiful, especially the horse as he reminds me of my own precious Spotty pony! Have a lovely weekend. Abby
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful, lyric post for your dear friend. I have come to know that Anita has special qualities and is generous in support and friendship. How wonderful to have a friend to lead you to your potential. Your blog is lovely and this tribute, exquisite.
ReplyDeleteBises,
Genie
Bonjour mon amie....
ReplyDeleteJe jette un coup d'oeil ici afin de voir toutes ces precieuses amies....bonne journée, Anita
I am standing in line behind so many others and shouting DITTO to your tribute to Anita! She makes me smile and she lights up my heart! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Irina,
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing post that was! You described how we all feel about Anita. It was PERFECT!!! What a sweet soul she is and she is so blessed indeed. She exemplifies so much grace and is an amazing encourager to ALL!
God Bless you both!
Heidi
Irina,
ReplyDeleteYou are an angel! I am so happy to have you both in my life and I sometimes may be a little tardy in visiting, but it feels great to know that when I need inspiration I can just switch on my computer and find it in both your blogs.
Much Love
Di
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How lovely that you and Anita are meeting up this week. Give each other a big hug from me. I will be there in spirit:-)
ReplyDeleteDi
XOXO
I posted Irini,I turned you into a greek girl,lol.Sorry Irina.
ReplyDeleteDear Irina
ReplyDeleteIt is not often if life that you come across someone who touches your soul.. You have found yourself a friend for life. Your beautiful words have expressed my feelings about my dear Anita.. I too, am honored and truly blessed to call this magnificent woman my friend.. What a heartfelt tribute to a dear soul that has inspired so many people that have crossed her path..
I too, have had the joy of meeting face to face with this incredible women and her dear husband Ruben.. I will hold this memory in my heart always...
Thank you for this beautiful post.
Blessings,
Penny
Hello irina and a very merry Christmas to you!
ReplyDeleteI do not know how I missed this beautiful tribute to such a beautiful soul. You are truly lucky to have met Anita, she is a special oil. But my dear so are you, I am so lessee on this Christmas eve to be able to thank God for the two of you!
I hope you have a wonderful Christmas my friend, xoxo Elizabeth
What a beautiful post to your dear friend! I'm already a follower of Anita's lovely blog and now I'm following you, as well!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Cindy
You have a beautiful heart, your post was just lovely and what a special blessing to have such a friendship.
ReplyDeleteThank You for joining our party too :)
Irina, I am so blessed by your beautiful words today. This tribute to Anita is absolutely lovely. I must admit I had a feeling it was about her from the very start. :) That is how well you shared your heart in your writing. This is so beautiful, and the images you used are divine. I am in love with that gorgeous aqua teacup. Oh my.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for joining our blog party celebrating friendship. I am honored.
Blessings to you, lovely.
Muah!