Sweet surprise in the mail ::: Überraschungspost!

Yesterday the postman had a package for me. A surprise gift from Verena, a dear friend I met in the blogosphere! She is one of the sweetest, kindest and most caring people I know. I was blown away by her thoughtful and very special gift. I just love the polka dot packaging and the cute little plant in the mini watering can! The package contained luxurious bath and body products that smell divine! Verena, thank you for putting a huge smile on my face!

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Gestern hatte der Postbote ein besonderes Paket für mich. Eine Überraschung von der lieben Verena, die ich letztes Jahr hier im Bloggerland kennengelernt habe! Sie ist eine soooo liebe, aufmerksame und einfühlsame Person. Ich danke Dir vom Herzen, liebe Verena, für Dein so aufmerksames Geschenk. Sind die Blümchen in der kleinen Polkadot-Giesskanne nicht süß? Und das luxuriöse Verwöhnpaket mit wohlduftende Badeessenzen und Cremes kann ich so gut gebrauchen. Bin absolut begeistert! Damit hast Du mir eine Riesenfreude gemacht!

adorable packaging / zuckersüße Verpackung

Do check out Verena's blog - she's a trained beautician and make-up artist - filled with loads of helpful information on health and beauty plus useful make-up tips!

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Verena ist Kosmetikerin und Visagistin. Schaut doch mal bei ihr vorbei - ihr wunderschöner Blog hat zahlreiche, sehr nützliche Gesundheits- und Beautytipps!

xoxo

Chop!

As I mentioned a couple of posts back it was our wedding anniversary this month, and this is the gift I received from my husband:

I was intrigued by the carving on the box -- it kind of reminded me of where expensive cigars are kept! Not that I would ever be getting those ;-)

And this is what was inside...a chop and sealing wax! What a wonderful gift. The carving on the chop is what makes it extra special. Look at the close-up and you'll see my shop name plus my initials within an intricate design. I love it!

Thanks for stopping by and hope you have a wonderful day!

I love surprise gifts...

...don't you?

I couldn't believe my eyes when I received a package all the way from Malaysia from lovely, kind-hearted, generous and funny Anny! I opened up the package and found these goodies inside:

GORGEOUS Batik Fabric. I love the beautiful floral design! Just think...Anny went to the shops and specially selected this fabric/pattern with me in mind. Isn't that just the sweetest thing to do? This is definitely going to be made into something very special. I love it, Anny! Thank you so much!
Ever thoughtful she also included this cute pair of chopsticks for me and hubby :)

And not to be forgotten -- an adorable little 'catnip fish' for Sammy.  
Here he is 'inspecting' his new toy and...

it's love at first sight  :)

Sammy really loves his little fish and sends many purrs, headbutts and nosetaps your way, Anny! These are beautiful gifts and I appreciate them all! Anny, your wonderful surprise made my day! Thank you!
Do check out Anny's blog where you'll meet:                                 

Piper & Dommy, two of the cuddliest and cutest dogs I've come across in the blog-world. I very much enjoy reading about their everyday adventures and so will you!

Thank you so very much, Anny! Blog-friends are the best :)