A Bee Vase

 My nephew Pete has just gotten divorced. 
He’s cheerful yet conflicted as many divorcees are but at fifty is moving into his own house, the first he can call just his own. 
I took him round a card and a house warming gift and he laughed when he opened it today
It was a flower vase with bees on it. 
I know it was a stereotype, but I bought him a gift I know many straight single men would never ever buy themselves and I think he was touched by it as he hugged me in the street as we said goodbye.

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25 comments:

  1. Barbara Anne6:20 pm

    What a thoughtful housewarming gift you chose for Pete. I wish him well as he adjustes to to everything that is different.

    Hugs!

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  2. happy hooker6:32 pm

    A lovely gift from a caring giver. xx

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  3. Lizzy D6:34 pm

    It is beautiful, great choice.

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  4. Anonymous6:38 pm

    A beautiful vase, John, and really kind and thoughtful of you. John. X

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    1. John Going Gently6:47 pm

      It’s cute and inexpensive from tesco

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    2. Marcia LaRue10:16 pm

      It's not the price but the thought that counts!

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  5. Mistress Maddie6:51 pm

    Your thoughtful. Debs from She Who Seeks would love that vase!!!

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    1. John Going Gently6:57 pm

      I’ll ask her if she wants me to get her one

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    2. Debra She Who Seeks7:44 pm

      It is indeed a lovely vase, but I've already got enough vases, thanks! Nice of your to give your nephew a housewarming gift though.

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  6. Travel7:19 pm

    Flowers are not just for weddings and funerals, I hope he will keep flowers in the house.

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    1. John Going Gently7:51 pm

      As I’ve always done for 33 years ( the length of time I’ve owned a house)

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  7. Ur-spo9:11 pm

    I think that a thoughtful gift indeed.

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  8. Ms. Moon12:06 am

    Yes. In many divorces, the woman partner will get the vases. Good for you!

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  9. Debby12:56 am

    During paradigm shifts, it's always reassuring to find something that doesn't change: the importance of a supportive uncle is not to be underestimated. PS: That is a nice vase.

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  10. Pixie1:05 am

    That's a lovely vase and a lovely gift for your nephew.

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  11. Jo in Auckland4:28 am

    I love that vase... what a lovely gift. I wish Pete all the best at starting over, it can be overwhelming but also fun.

    Jo in Auckland

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  12. Anonymous6:17 am

    That's a very nice vase, love all things bee themed
    Alison in Wales x

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  13. Raybeard6:21 am

    Better than card with a caption of 'Been there. Done that!'.

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  14. MarisAna6:42 am

    Time to indulge yourself when you are choosing for your first place that is your very own. It can be such a feeling of new freedom.

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  15. Moving with Mitchell7:08 am

    A charming and kind gift. Promise me you’ll never buy me anything with bees on it.

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  16. Linda Metcalf12:37 pm

    Ever thoughtful!

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  17. Susan1:41 pm

    All the best to Pete as he starts his next journey. The vase is a kind and thoughtful gift.

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  18. Steve Reed3:00 pm

    That's a cute vase. I'd buy it!

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  19. flis4:14 pm

    One day I saw from my kitchen window a huge heart on a lower branch of the apple tree - it was made of bees - I had to keep my dogs away for the day x 🐝

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  20. Bathwater11:45 am

    A divorce is a good time to get rid of the old and start new.

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