How do you thank someone?

it has been a difficult past few months.
we all know what it is like when you health becomes a major issue and the energy you used to have is no longer standing by.
i have not been stitching as much as i would like and haven't seem some of my dear friends for many months.
the thing that keeps me going beside family and knowing i have another 6 months of treatment if all goes as planned is my sweet dear friends.
i received a huge package the other day and couldn't remember what i had order or why.
i opened it to find...

a fun mixture of goodies that cheered me up instantly.
don't you love the big eyed lady bug, pink nail polish, peppermint lip gloss, chocolate face mask, a cute napkin with a Valentine card, eye pillow that smells like lavender! plus so many cute little cards with such heart felt love. the red bird cage had chocolate hearts inside (yip i ate those, first) and the beautiful homemade bird with a button jar to perch on. plus an assortment of beautiful sampler cards from the National Trust.

here is a close up of the beautiful bird and cage, the wings can hold needles and the red buttons have a great little home for now.
  remember never to give in to the pain or the exhaustion.
when you least expect it a smile can arrive in a box.
thank you to my incredible stitching/traveling friends...
Beth, Becky and Julie. your friendship makes each day a little easier, knowing you are on my side.
see you all soon.