The Gift

I answered the door.

A man placed a large white box in my arms.

A GIFT! A Box!

It had both Larry's and my name on the label.

So, I waited for him to return home

before opening.

When he returned home, he said YOU open it!

and I did!

Friends sent us a taste

of their region.

A taste made from old grapes

A taste of their hearts.

A bottle of wine is such a special gift.

We treasure this gift,

and will plan a meal around the

treasured bottle.

Merci dear friends.

Your thoughtfulness makes me cry.

One day, I hope that our friendship

brings us all to a table.

A table of good food, perfect wine, shared moments,

love, tears, and forever friendship.

Merci Dear Friends.