It was 2006 and my friend Janet was visiting Bill and me here in Virginia. We were Christmas shopping at a lovely country store when she came upon some sparkly pomegranates and bought them all.
Always attempting to follow Janet’s lead for innovative decorating ideas, I wanted those poms too. I had no idea what to do with them but I was moaning and groaning anyway because the shop was all sold out. “Oh well,” I thought, “I wonder what she will do with them as she decorates her home for the holidays.”
Much to my amazement, Janet gave me the ornaments and then went even further. Using the poms, she devised a lovely centerpiece for my holiday table. It is Christmas 2014 and I am still beyond grateful.
Of course I realize “it is more blessed to give than to receive,” but in some cases the recipient feels forever blessed for such signs as this beautiful gift of friendship.
I have re-constituted Janet’s Pomegranate Centerpiece every year since. Janet may not be visiting this year, but our friend is definitely at our table.
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Oooh! I love the sparkly poms – so pretty! MJ
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What a beautiful centerpiece, Dor. It’s so festive! It’s wonderful to have a gift that always reminds you of a special friendship.
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Such a nice story to go with that festive centerpiece. So pretty!
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What a lovely story! Oh, and I love the centerpiece. 🙂
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So pretty! I love gifts that remind us of our loved family and friends. They are the best kind!
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She certainly will be present in such a lovely way. Pomegranates are symbols of abundance and good luck, both of which you found in your friendship.
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Yes, this seems to be the “gift that keeps on giving.” 🙂
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Memories are built on just such things as this and stories to go along with them. Thanks Eliza.
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The centerpiece is my yearly happy reminder that friendship is priceless.
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And I believe each of us has a story similar to this, where one small ornament unwrapped each year can trigger wistful memories.
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I didn’t know that about Pomegranates Georgette – being symbols of abundance and good luck. I will have to tell Janet to expect that since she first bought them for herself and then so generously gave them away.
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What a beautiful thought Dora, And your Xmas table looks so warm and welcoming, no doubt like your dear friend. We all have lots of good friends but there is always one special thoughtful one who touches our heart. Thanks for sharing your Xmas table with us. Have a great Xmas and New Year .
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This is so lovely, Dor. I love the centrepiece and the memories you shared with us 💖
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Thanks *hugs*…:)
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Ditto Rita – Happy Holidays and special memories…. 🙂 ~Dor
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Pretty, pretty!
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Simply beautiful!
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What a lovely way to “remember” your friend. A beautiful gift and great memories. 😉
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And a Merry Virginia Christmas to you!
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