Wow, wow, wow....what a beautiful Christmas I had this year with family. Planning that special gift for my sister was so much fun and the ripple effects of sharing love, amazing.
Approximately thirty-five years ago I passed on our mother's accordion to a musician friend.
I had no idea the impact of this gesture on my family. I had no concept of the importance of this beautiful instrument and the connection each one held in their memory.
It was 41 years since I spent Christmas with my sister. Enjoy the video of her opening this special gift. It is truly magical, and I am so grateful to my friend for returning it with so much grace and love.
Karen, I love you to the moon and back times infinity! I am so grateful to Karen's husband Alvin for all you have done to make this Christmas special and to each of my brothers Greg, Scott and Terry for being back in my life in a fuller way. I look forward to building loads of memories in 2024.
Thank you, Ryan, for helping me get the gift ready!
Today I post about the miracle gift of Christmas. Having my sister with me was the most important piece for this year. A gift of love and building memories. Alvin, Noreen and I enjoyed picking up gifts to share Christmas Morning. MUCH TO MY SURPRISE I was gifted the unimaginable treasure ever. When I realized the original suitcase held our mother's accordion I was in such disbelief and shock. Before me was a piece of history our mother enjoyed so deeply. Emotions were deep and it honestly took time for this gift to sink in and the reality of it all. I will always be grateful to my sister for acknowledging how important the instrument meant to me and ou…
Well, what a truly magical moment in time to have that beautiful instrument returned back into Karen’s hands. It’s like time stopped for her. Does Karen play? So happy for you all, thank you for sharing this lovely experience. Jeannie W
A pretty special moment for you and your sister <3
another beautiful blog i am so happy for you to get to have all the love you deserve love you so much
Beautiful. Made me cry. So heartwarming.