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Eaglesax

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My co-workers gave me a wonderful surprise for my retirement reception last month. Knowing my love for Christmas, they bought a 4 1/2 ft. Christmas tree (in September) and had colorful flat wooden ornaments for the guests to write a message to me instead of a guest book. I worked for a very large hospital for 35 years and have many friends, I love the idea of putting up my new tree each year with all those sweet memories and notes from friends.
 

Miss JoDee

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What a sweet and thoughtful gift. Congrats on your retirement.
 

luludou

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Eaglesax nice to see you back! we missed you.

What a wonderful gift! I LOVE it! so meaningful.
 

housewife2

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Aug 3, 2008
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that was very nice. you will enjoy that. enjoy your retirement
 

snowlvr

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Oct 14, 2007
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What an awesome idea! Going to keep that in mind for celebrations at my department...could even work for a wedding shower
 

Ahorsesoul

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Oct 13, 2007
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What kind and wonderful CWs to know you so well.
 

Pam Spaur

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How lovely! You are truly loved, and you have something to cherish forever!
 

HouseElf

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What a wonderful long lasting gift! Congrat's on your retirement!
 

missjane

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Now THAT is a wonderful gift. How lucky you are to have such insightful friends! Congratulations on your retirement.
 

sweetpumkinpye

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I think that this is a marvelous idea. Your co workers certainly know how to pick a gift.