All of us like gifts. I am no exception. There are gifts that we remember with fondness, others that trigger memories of first love, some truly special ones from our parents and siblings, crazy ones from friends, and the list goes on.
Some of my all-time favourite gifts include my first watch from my parents, hand-made vouchers from my kids for Mother’s Day (which gave me vouchers to call on them to run errands, give me a massage, bear hugs and mom-special kisses), the pair of earrings my husband gave me after our engagement, and so many more!
So what are gifts? They are material reflections of people’s love and affection for us. Through the gift, they tell us that they have spent time looking for a gift that can adequately express their sentiment, and what you mean to them.
Then again, gifts need not be tangible – they can be simple acts of kindness in everyday situations – like the time my husband drove me to have mango ice lollies, at midnight, during my first pregnancy, or the times my dearest Dad woke up late in the night to make a cup of coffee for me, as I crammed for exams! These are even better gifts, simple acts of kindness.
But the best gift, according to me, is to accept other people just as they are!
Letting a person be himself or herself is the greatest gift you can bestow on another.
What is the best gift you’ve ever received? Would love to know…
I think the best gifts I have received recently is the tiny little aloe plat one of my patients – who is 8 years old, grew for me.
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Awww…that’s such a wonderful gift. One of the nicest ones…
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Beautiful concluding thought about the best gift Nirmala. So true but so difficult to always follow
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Thanks Sash. Difficult to practice indeed
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The best gift I could ever receive is warm support from a perfect stranger someone who doesn’t have to be nice to me but is nice to me anyway.
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Indeed…when someone does a kind act without any expectation that is a true gift indeed. Thank you for sharing ☺
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The best gift to me is also accepting one for what they are and I would add good friendship too..
Happily enough, I see myself having a good load of such beautiful friends.. 🙂
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Lovely Aadhirai. Good friends are God sent gifts indeed
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What an appropriate blog being that now my birthday is coming up. It’s always a very gift giving time because I’m a twin so my sister and I exchange presents and then my husband’s birthday is the next day. My sister doesn’t have any kids so she is pretty extravagant in the gifts she gives. Couldn’t name a favorite!
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Wow Marissa, Wishing You A Very Happy Birthday in advance! May this year be filled with all that you desire.
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Very sweet birthday wish Nimi! Thank you!
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Have a great one 😆😆
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It would be hard to say which gift is best for me. I would first choose the gift of life from parents and God. Then, their unwavering love and affection. I love my gifts of three living children. I also love my 7 (combined step-grandkids and grandchildren) sweet little ones. ♡
I have had friends who were longkadtung and brothers, too. I still hope to find the final gift, a man to hold my hand be my life partner. 🙂
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Lovely, Robin. Come to think of it, every single thing is a gift. You have put that beautifully….
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I am not sure I told you that I posted an award post where I nominated you for ” The Beautiful Blogger Award,” Nimi. You may check out my post and hope it brings some new people over for a visit. 🙂
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Aww…thank you Robin. Really appreciated 😆😆
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I wanted to let you know that mixed up word before “friend” is supposed to say “longstanding.”
Silly cell phone!
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Robin….I went and googled the word 😆😆 as I thought it was something new..😉😉😉😉
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Just received a wonderful gift tonight. A phone call from and long conversation with a former student who I taught over 15 years ago. Lovely!
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Wow…that’s such a wonderful gift. Must have been so special to talk to a student. Thank you for sharing
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“Letting a person be himself or herself is the greatest gift you can bestow on another.” Nimi, these words are the exact words I have been saying of late. Yes, oh YES!!! There is no greater Gift in my book then to be unconditionally accepted. Glorious post, my friend. Love, Amy ❤
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Thank you dear Amy. Big hugs to you
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An act of kindness is the best gift, then gifts as I wish for but don’t talk about and then receive anyway.
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Lovely, thank you dear Irene
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On the day I graduated from the Police Academy, my Mum gave me a necklace that had a crystal attached. She told me she wanted me to wear it whenever I was at work because that particular crystal is worn for protection. 🙂
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That is such a wonderful and loving gift from your mother that I bet you still treasure. Lovely, Belinda. Thank you so much for sharing
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Nimi. … I love the wonderful memories you bring out. Your posts become such personal experiences. You have a beautiful gift my friend. 😊
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I will be flying in happiness very soon my dear Belinda. Thank you, thank you again. 🌸🌸🌺🌺🌻🌻🌼🌼
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I think your best gift wins!
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Yes Sarah…acceptance is truly the best gift. Thank you ☺
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Having recently found the gift of a loving friendship recently, I wholeheartedly agree with: “Letting a person be himself or herself is the greatest gift you can bestow on another.” ❤
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Yes…it is, isn’t it?
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Well said… Accept people as they are which is really difficult though
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Hmmmm…easier said than done
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My children. Definitely the best gift I ever received.
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Aww…yes..one of life’s greatest gifts and blessings too! Thanks Ken
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Lovely post Nimi. It is very hard to choose but I will be selfish and I will ask for is happiness. And I wish you the same gift too.
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That’s wonderful. And thank you Adrian. Wishing you every happiness ☺ Stay blessed
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I love all of drawings and things my 9 year old son has made me throughout the years. A smile from a complete stranger is also a great gift.
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Aww..that’s lovely. Thank you so very much for stopping by and sharing your thoughts.
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A note from my (now) ex-husband when I had our second child, “Thank you for the incredible gift of life you’ve given us.”
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Aww…that’s such a wonderful gift and so so beautiful. Lovely. Thanks for sharing
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