Most friends would laugh at a gift like this, but I knew my wonderful, sweet, beautiful Ana would appreciate it. (and Mimi enjoyed the photo process… aka got jealous so she joined in). What Ana has accomplished is so much more worthy than a re purposed cheese box covered with (what happen to be) very beautiful and colorful, special, meaningful trinkets… but this was my way of saying, “Ana- great job I love you!”

When the budget is tight and you really want to give a friend something special it’s always really nice to make something. I think so, at least. So, my sweet, intelligent, talented, beautiful, perfect Ana has accomplished SO much recently, including just being accepted into Columbia Grad School. I am so happy for her and so proud of her. I went to visit her a few weeks ago and brought along a special gift I made with some Jennifer Paganelli Hand me downs (I know I’m a very lucky girl)