Wednesday, January 12, 2011

A charming life...............

I am still in NYC and hunkered down due to the impending storm but wanted to share a very special gift that I was able to give to my oldest niece who just turned 13!  I can not believe what a young lady she has become.  She is so smart, witty, and growing up to fast. 
For the past 13 years I have purchased a charm from some where on my travels.  The first charm was an A for Ashlyn.  I found a fortune cookie in China, a picture frame from France, and 4 leaf clover from Irland, a sun from India, a luck horseshoe from Texas!!! 
All of them have a special memory for me and reminded me of her or a lesson I wanted to share.  I am making a book of the pictures of each charm and the story to go with it.  I was a bit afraid if she would like it--you know how teenagers can be--but it was a big it and a long time coming. 
Thanks for letting me share this special gift with all of you.
make it a great on-
Posted by scrapguy at 2:50 AM

17 comments:

  1. dora the explorerJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    what a very neat idea. Something she can treasure for the rest of her life. Dora

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  2. racheJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    Lovely.
    Try to stay safe and warm.

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  3. Wendy RaffinJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    Bryan your neice (and family), are lucky to have you! What a sweet thing to do for her. I am sure she will love it, but may never wear it...lol. Teenagers!!

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    Bryan you have truly given her a gift she will treasure for the rest of her life! Don't underestimate teenagers...they can surprise! What you have told her in your gift is that you think of her no matter where you are, and that is as great a gift as the stunning bracelet. I know she will treasure it always and have a constant reminder of her fabulous uncle.
    Well done! It's wonderful!!
    Sue B

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  5. NancyJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    What a wonderful gift you have given her. You are a remarkable person Bryan , she is lucky to have you in her life. I hope you share the book with us when it is done. You should be proud of the person you are.
    p.s.can you adopt me into your family? LOL

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  6. kathleeJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    What a lucky niece you have. That is not only a beautiful gift but it is so thoughtful!! TFS! Hope you are staying warm in NYC. Still snowing like mad in the Catskills!
    Kathie

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  7. K-E KreationsJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    She is very lucky to have an uncle like you. What a great gift.

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  8. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    I don't comment often on blogs, but let me just say, What a wonderful Uncle you are!!! She is a very lucky young lady. What a neat gift and what a neat idea. Love it!
    Diane
    msdiane90@yahoo.com

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  9. BeauJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    That is such a great gift. Thanks for sharing. Really awesome

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  10. JANLYNNJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    So beautiful and the thought behind it is priceless. Your neice is a very lucky young lady. Do stay warm and safe. Here in West tennesse we still have snow on the ground areas but the streets are mainly clear. I tis supposed to get down to 10 degrees tonight. I am sooo ready for spring.

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  11. SharonJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    What an awesome and special gift you have given your niece! I'm sure she will treasure it forever!!!:)

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  12. SusanJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    Ashlyn is the luckiest girl in the world, and you might just be the best uncle. No doubt that you are a special guy, indeed!

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  13. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    That's an awesome gift especially b/c it means so much!!! It's beautiful!

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  14. KelJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    What a sweet sweet thing to do.. I am sure that your niece will absolutely love it. Such awesome sparkle and sentiment. She will treasure it forever! Now, for the exciting news.. I GOT MY WINGS CTMH set today.. wooo hoooooo! I am so excited to get going on it. I have a friend coming over to play with it too!! The cardtock is INCREDIBLE.. It is so thick and richly colored... and the patterned paper..awesome. It got to me soo fast too! I hope your trip is going well!

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  15. A Cup of Cold WaterJanuary 14, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Your Niece is so lucky to have an Uncle who loves her so!
    Thanks for sharing your sweet side!
    Susan

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  16. MartyJanuary 16, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    What a wonderful gift I love your idea and wish I had thought to do something similar for my grandaughters. I'm sure she'll love it.

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  17. ShelleeJanuary 18, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    You have MANY very special gifts Bryan, and are teaching us more than just crafting! We are so very lucky that you choose to share your talents and your thoughts with us! THANKS for all that you do!
    Shellee

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