From the Desk of Whitney Lee... — generosity RSS

Blog post from January 27, 2012:  As I mentioned a few days ago, I was scheduled to meet with someone who is one of the best in the antique jewelry business: Ms. Sealann Longwell.  I met with her. Y'all, it was wonderful.To sit and talk to someone who has 30+ years experience in the field that you want to really dig deep into was incredible. It was invaluable.Not only does she have the knowledge and wisdom, but she also has kindness. She shared some information with me that's taken her years to develop. We shared a few laughs, a cup of coffee, and talked antique jewelry. It was one of the best days I've had since starting this business.I was...

I try to reciprocate her generosity and offer what I can. Heading to Montgomery, I asked if I could get anything for her or run an errand. She asks that if I had time, could I stop at Bella. My reaction is “Of course! Finally, something I can do to serve her!” When my son had the accident, we had so many people send meals, toys, letters, books, wonderful, generous and kind gestures! She did as well, and she insisted on getting us meals when we were between the meal sign ups, even though we were gifted many restaurant gift cards. When she sent us food, it was gourmet, and it was abundant. So, my simple offer of an errand...