This item here has been the most talked about confection ever!!
Yes... it is a simple lollypop - albeit a rather big, pink lollypop!!
This tale of delight began when the lovely Kris from Tag Along Teddies sent me another one of her gorgeous care packages a few weeks back. Kris has been such a good and supportive friend both before and after my surgery and never ceases to amaze me with her generosity.
Parcel opening has become such an art form for blogging families. The dutiful children and furry friends alike know full well that the parcel and contents must be photographed in the best light before even attempting to touch, fondle or devour any of the treats inside. The Princess, Miss Aimee and Gypsy perched patiently beside me on the bed to see what items had arrived in this parcel. First of all there was a very funny book by Barbara Johnson called Humor Me, which I must add has kept me in stitches. Then the squeals of delight alerted me to the other item in the bag - can you imagine the looks on their faces when they spied that humongous lollypop? Three very eager faces all licking their lips in anticipation of trying that pink confection UNTIL the wise and caring mother of the unruly brood stuck the lollypop in a vase beside her bed. There it has sat cheering me with its prettiness for the past few weeks. Everyday Miss Aimee pleaded and begged to open that lollypop. Gypsy, eyed it off very suspiciously - even she seemed to know this was something to devour and not for looks!!
After weeks of teasing finally there was a comment that broke my reserve - "Mummy, couldn't I just open the wrapper a little bit so I can at least sniff the lollypop". That level of desperation together with the pleading eyes finally saw that lollypop removed from my bedroom vignette.
Miss Aimee can not believe her luck...
She has a very willing helper...
Gypsy is now wearing the bow off the wrapper.
FINALLY!!!
mmmmmm....
Okay, for most of you this photo is probably pukesville but Gypsy shares completely in our lives and while I don't condone or recommend it, my children share their food with the dog. They have been partaking in this unfortunate practice for the past 6 years and no-one has died yet!!
So lick for lick, Miss Aimee and Gypsy are doing their best to put a dent in the side of that lollypop. How glad am I that I at least tasted the delicious lollypop before it became communal property...LOL.
Today's tip: Enjoy the little things in life. One day you may look back and realize they were the big things.
Hugs ~ Kerryanne
