Dear Ana, Alaina and Mason,
Who would have thought that after our grandparents being friends for over fifty years and our meeting once at St. George Island, we would reconnect and ourselves with so much in common. The boys and I are literally over the moon with the package you sent. Simply amazing!
And please allow me to apologize for not posting a proper thank you for the amazing package we received from you and the kids. Our camera has been in the shop (again!) and I just didn't think a quick thank you note would do.
The note Mason sent was so thoughtful. The boys are working on a project to answer all of his sweet questions. The boys loved (really loved) the Japanese gum and it lasted all of about three hours.
The shells were just wonderful and we have enjoyed talking about the differences between the shells we find on our beach and those that you sent. The two in the top of the mosaic are my personal favorites and find myself studying them almost every day.
The Japanese toys were also a big hit, especially the tops. Wyatt can not get enough of them and takes at least one of them with him everywhere.
And you were so thoughtful to include the books and tea towel for me. I have spent the better part of several evenings and a few glasses of wine pouring over each and every page. If these books are any indication of what inspires you as well, we are more alike than I ever imagined.
But what is the most amazing thing in all of us getting back in touch is that the common bonds that brought our grandparents together fifty years ago are the same thing we find ourselves having in common today. A love of family, travel an experiencing different cultures, our journey through motherhood, and the ever wonder of the natural world.
Please know that we appreciate this gift more than you know. And we are in the process of putting together something equally wonderful for you all. Although it might take us a little bit...you all have set the bar high my friend! *wink*
With much love to you all friends,
Eren and the boys
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Please visit Ana's blog to view her amazing photos of their experiences in Japan.