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Monday, August 3, 2015

The Perfect Birthday Gift


 What do you get for a friend who likes to leave for Texas during the Wisconsin Winter?
Our friend, Marv, heads for Texas in November. He leaves Wisconsin Winters behind. One of his favorite things to do is call us during our coldest days. 

Ring, Ring
"Hello"
"Oh, yes, Carla, this is Marv. I wanted to let you know it is 80 degrees here and I had to turn on the fan today."
"Wise Guy! It is - 20 degrees here! With a wind chill!!"

I got this idea, why don't I save Marv a little bit of Wisconsin Winter for him.

So back in January, the boys made up some snowballs, we placed them in the freezer.

Marv's birthday is in July. 
We celebrated his birthday last weekend.
I love the laugh he busted out with!

Snowballs for your birthday!
 Happy Summer!

I will be out of the office this week.
Taking time to visit family, friends and a few adventures on the way.

I will be back before the snow flies.

 ♥
Carla
 
 
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22 comments:

  1. DewenaAugust 3, 2015 at 8:22 AM

    So cute! Happy birthday to your friend!

    You all have a good time on your adventures!

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  2. SueAugust 3, 2015 at 8:32 AM

    A very clever idea! I bet that really brought the smiles.

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  3. Maggie AnnAugust 3, 2015 at 8:36 AM

    How fun and precious! You made his day =)

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  4. Heather{Our Life In a Click}August 3, 2015 at 9:13 AM

    Enjoy!! What a creative and fun gift for Marv! You can tell he loved it!

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  5. AnonymousAugust 3, 2015 at 10:24 AM

    What a lovely and perfect gift!

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  6. Kim August 3, 2015 at 10:29 AM

    What a great gift. You are a funny girl! Enjoy your break!

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  7. JuliaAugust 3, 2015 at 11:17 AM

    That was super cute. You and your boys have a great sense of humour.
    The perfect gift for sure,
    Hugs,
    JB

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  8. Lowcarb team memberAugust 3, 2015 at 6:03 PM

    That's a great gift.

    Do enjoy your break ...

    All the best Jan

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  9. Lowcarb team memberAugust 3, 2015 at 6:04 PM

    That's a great gift.

    Do enjoy your break ...

    All the best Jan

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  10. MeredithAugust 3, 2015 at 6:08 PM

    Perfect gift! Have fun on your trip.
    Hugs,
    Meredith

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  11. ~Lavender Dreamer~August 3, 2015 at 8:08 PM

    His smile tells it all....a perfect gift! Enjoy your week sweet friend. Hugs, Diane

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  12. Big Rigs 'n Lil' CookiesAugust 3, 2015 at 10:06 PM

    I love the joy you can see in Marv's reaction! Priceless!

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  13. Jessica @ Barefoot by the SeaAugust 4, 2015 at 5:30 AM

    Awesome, thoughtful, funny gift! He has a great smile! :)

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  14. BenitaAugust 4, 2015 at 7:58 AM

    I love that!!! And it looks like he enjoyed it also. I saved some of our snow for my little granddaughter so that she could make a snowman when they visited us in March. She had never seen snow "in person" before and was amazed! Just love this Carla....what a "cool" gift!

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  15. JunkchiccottageAugust 4, 2015 at 8:47 AM

    Toooo funny and so cute. Ha ha! My mom lives in Florida and she will call me during the winter and tell me that she had to put the heat on it dropped to 60. I just laugh and tell her when it hits 60 here we are flinging open the windows for fresh air. This was a cute post. Have a great day Carla.
    Kris

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  16. Red Rose AlleyAugust 4, 2015 at 2:30 PM

    Carla, it's so nice to see the wintery cold weather because it's very hot here this summer. Your friend Marv does have a wonderful smile, and I bet he loved the gift of snowballs for his birthday. Love your sweet snowman.

    I also loved your comment about being a mama bear with your boys. I am very protective too, but I have always referred to myself as a lion with her cubs hehehe.

    ~Sheri

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  17. troutbirderAugust 4, 2015 at 7:39 PM

    Have fun !!!!

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  18. Cranberry MorningAugust 6, 2015 at 10:05 AM

    Carla, that is the cutest idea, and a wonderful practical joke. Hope you have safe travels and be sure to take photos to share. ;-))

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  19. Cranberry MorningAugust 6, 2015 at 10:05 AM

    Carla, that is the cutest idea, and a wonderful practical joke. Hope you have safe travels and be sure to take photos to share. ;-))

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  20. Ronda@islandmotherAugust 8, 2015 at 8:44 PM

    That's funny and cute and I really liked your snowman. Have a great adventure!

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  21. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapAugust 11, 2015 at 3:02 PM

    that is A-W-E-S-O-M-E!!

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  22. JulieAugust 11, 2015 at 9:06 PM

    Such a unique and meaningful gift. Did he refreeze them!!

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High Fives from Wisconsin!

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