My former Virtual Assistant and Forever Friend sent me a package that arrived today… its contents, in the photo, are perfect. Laura’s husband, Jeff, made the word. The wood is red cedar, oiled with lemon oil and is signed by both. The inscription reads “what a great word, Honore.” To which I reply: “What a great rendition, Jeff and Laura. A Zillion Thanks! Love it! ” The book is by Natalie Goldberg – her name is obscured by the word.
Laura painted the rocks; the other side of the grey rock with the words ancora imparo has the translation: “I am still learning,” attributed to Leonardo da Vinci and was my first one little word from 2010, I believe. Over these past 12 years, I have acquired quite a dictionary of words made by Jeff…they are a treasure and remind me of so many moments of learning and growing I’ve experienced ~ thanks to the word and its visible and physical presence in my life.
Thank YOU, Laura and Jeff!
Morning Glory Studio 
What a beautiful rendition of this year’s word. I just love Natalie Goldberg’s books on writing. Currently I am rereading Wild Minds. “Still learning” is an excellent thought. It’s good to hear from you.
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Beautiful! What wonderful friends! L
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Such an amazing friend! I read that book and imagine it might be worth a reread
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What a beautiful gift! I can’t imagine how honored you felt by receiving it. And thanks for the book recommendation 🙂
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What a truly special gift, Honoré! That book looks very interesting… hmmm, I am off to see if my library has a copy!
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A wonderful gift! I love Goldberg books, I need to get this one.
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What a lovely, thoughtful gift!
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They look so GOOD! 😉 I don’t think I’ve read this title yet so let me know what you think, I love and have all her other books. love & vugs ~L.
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I love my collection of words, and I’m glad your collection continues to grow. The font they chose for this year’s word seems just as free-spirited as you! and thank you for the peek at another Natalie Goldberg book on writing. She’s the best!
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