How lovely is an unexpected kindness?

Oh, that is lovely! I will admit to not being a naturally easy giver - ashamed to say I often expected something in return. Burnt a few times is my excuse for having been that way. But I've been working hard again on giving for giving's sake - and to see the joy on others' faces. And I'm realising just how wonderful it is.

Soop seems to be a very kind woman.

Neptune - like the quality of mercy - blesses the giver and the receiver.

Very lovely indeed, as is the portrait. Soop is as talented as she is kind.

Absolutely baubles she certainly is!

Some people are consistently kind and generous, with lovely gifts like your portrait and with their thoughtful, caring manner. How fantastic to receive a surprise like this from soop Her artistic talents are endless.

soop is the kindest, most thoughtful and generous person and I'm so glad I met her on GNet.

How lovely for you, Happynan1, and how lovely of you Soop. And lovely for us all to have something so nice to smile about.

My friend who comes in to help with the garden brought me a summertime of lovely veggies, salads and fruits from his allotment this year. We moved recently and the new garden is not ready for growing our own just yet so that was a wonderful gesture. Lovely man!