I have a co-worker who I call my "work mom", and that statement is so true. She looks out for me at work, and thinks of me outside of work. She is a very special person to me, and I am thankful that she is my co-worker but above all she is my friend. Well this dear co-worker surprised me with the loveliest gift for my birthday a few weeks back.
When she gave me a gift bag that was really heavy I was very curious to see what was inside this bag. When I pulled the tissue out to reveal beautiful Pyrex I was so overwhelmed. She remembered! Of course she remembered because she is kind, sweet, and listens to my interests. Oh my, a pile of sweet little fridgies!
After opening these beauties I gave her a HUGE hug. I then proceeded to ask where she found this perfect set. (in my mind I was thinking how cute that she found them on Ebay for me) She proceeded to tell me that she was given this set on her wedding day 40 years ago. Instant tears flew to my eyes. My sweet co-worker celebrated her 40th wedding anniversary this month, and she was kind enough to share this wonderful treasure with me. She told me that she has baked in them throughout her 40 years of marriage, and it was time to pass it along to a young wife who would love and use them as much as she did.
I will treasure these dishes above all of the other Pyrex dishes I have because I have a beautiful story behind them. I can't wait to pass these on to my daughter some day. I do hope she has the same love of vintage as I do. Other wise I will find a "work daughter" and pass them onto her.
I love sharing this story.
Smiles,
The Joyful Thrifter
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When I see Pyrex, I think of you. What a darling set, you are blessed ... not only with Pyrex but a great friend.
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oh my goodness. what a gesture! happy belated birthday to you!
ReplyDeleteThose are darling! What a sweet story, too. :)
ReplyDeleteToo, too beautiful. Maybe the most thoughtful birthday present ever?!?!?
ReplyDeleteI don't know when I've seen such beautiful pyrex pieces, by the way. Of course, my favorite color is blue...
those are in such great shape!! what a great gift!
ReplyDeleteThe story just warmed my heart. Wonderful story. Do you scrapbook? If you so, you just have to scrap a layout about this with a picture of this wonderful woman. If you don't scrapbook, I hope you pass this story on to whoever you pass that pyrex on to some day. The story is as precious as the pyrex.
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What a great friend - such a sweet and kind thing to do!!
ReplyDeleteIt's a beautiful set!
What a sweet friend-what a sweet story. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWhat a thoughtful friend/co-worker/work mom!!! Love the pattern.
ReplyDeleteOh what a sweet story! I too love that these come from a friend and were her's for so many years. What a special gift! Hugs, Linda
ReplyDeleteI have goosebumps reading this, they are beautiful and made even more so by the way you received them :-)
ReplyDeleteI loved this story, what a special gift to be given
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet story, and a very thoughtful gift by a true friend! I'm sure your "work mom" was thrilled to pass the PYREX on to someone who will love it as much as she did.
ReplyDeleteThat is so amazing and sweet! (And the set is gorgeous!)
ReplyDeleteA family friend gave me some vintage Pyrex last year as an engagement gift. It was Pyrex she had received as a wedding gift over thirty years ago. Like you, I treasure that Pyrex!
What a great set...and great gift!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful story!
ReplyDeleteOh, that story brought tears to my eyes! How sweet :)
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet story! What a wonderful coworker, friend and "work mom" to have in your life. The Pyrex is just a bonus :)
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