Of all of the gifts that have arrived on our doorstep lately, this present needed no explanation. It had no card, no recipient listed, yet it is the gift I believe has been the most meaningful to me so far. For at least fifteen years, one of my closest friends and I have had an affinity for Christmas ornaments. At special times in our lives, such as major vacations, graduations, thirtieth birthdays, etc. we have bought each other collectable Christopher Radko glass ornaments. So, as I opened this box I felt a warmth of happiness and thankfulness that I have such a dear friend that loves me and knows me so well. This is the first Christmas that my traditions with this best friend and I have not been met; as Christmas for us has always been: Roger Whittaker's "Darcy the Dragon" sing along, attending the Chanticleer concert in Chicago, making pizelles, and celebrating our friendship over a glass or two of wine. So, receiving this special gift in the mail was just a wonderful way to know that we'll always be together at Christmas time! Thank you, Jamie, for this awesome kangaroo ornament from down under, and for being my long-distance Australian friend!
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