Sarita Posted July 16, 2009 Share Posted July 16, 2009 One of my very best friends is moving out of state next week, and I'm so very sad. We haven't been friends for long, but when we met, we instantly clicked. Our husbands work together, our kids get along fabulously, and it's just so easy for us to spend time with each other. She's meant a lot to me in the last couple of years, and I'd like to give her something before they leave. But what? Any suggestions? I'm totally open to ideas! Thanks! Sarita Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobela Posted July 16, 2009 Share Posted July 16, 2009 A letter saying all that you just said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted July 16, 2009 Share Posted July 16, 2009 Do you happen to have, or have the opportunity to get, a picture of the two of you and even your two families together? Not a professional one, just something good from a get-together. I'd have that framed nicely with a card sharing just what you shared with us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted July 16, 2009 Share Posted July 16, 2009 I can't help it but what comes to mind is empty boxes. :lol: Okay, now that I've amused myself I agree with a picture and a nice card. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafiki Posted July 16, 2009 Share Posted July 16, 2009 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennefer@SSA Posted July 16, 2009 Share Posted July 16, 2009 I have given candles as gifts. Yankee make a scent called "Home Sweet Home" that I have given several times with a note attached about how I hope this new home will feel like a "home sweet home" very soon! I personally like the smell of their "French Vanilla" or "Sugar Cookie" even more. They always say that when you are baking something in your oven it feels more homey. These candles give off the scent that something is baking and I love that! Sorry you are losing a good friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollie010 Posted July 16, 2009 Share Posted July 16, 2009 A special couple gave us a framed family picture. I still have it 10 years later. One family gave us a ceremic cross made by the residents of a community group that we had all volunteered with. I love to receive things that remind me of the place I am leaving. You could think about what is truly special about the area and get a little something to represent that. A small piece of art from a local artist could be nice. Even a a few framed post cards depending on where you live. My husband and I like to give moving care packages. We try to think about the things that the family may need if they will be traveling to their new home--like snacks, disposable camera (in case the other is packed up), before the days of cell phones we gave a set of walkie talkies to a family that was traveling in seperate cars. Sorry your friend is moving. I know how hard that can be and I hope that your relationship will be enriched even through the distance. Laurel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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