Sunday, October 12, 2008

Special gifts

Hubby got two very special gifts from his parents for his birthday:

Several wooden hot plate stands which consist of the 5 regions in the west of France. His father crafted these himself and make them a puzzle.


These hot plate stands even have a home. When they are not being used, they could be arranged on this wooden rack.



His father also made him a Japanese zen garden.


I was very touched when I saw these gifts. I found them very special and well thought. These things took time to make. In today's world, people just buy gift, I have never thought that once can actually make something like this.

To thank them, I prepared some satay. Sad to say that the result was not as good as expected. I think satay has to be baked over bbq instead of oven.

2 comments:

  1. The gifts that your FIL made for his son are very lovely. And his personal art and effort are both very touching.

    Your satay looks delicious! I bet your in-laws were delighted to share in it with you!

    Congratulations on your new job and your new friends.

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  2. Your FIL is very thoughtful and very crafty! Those are very nice gifts :)

    Congratulations on your new job too!

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