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Valentine's Day Surprise

This morning I got up and went to grab our Valentine's Day cards from Braska and me for M. They were in my office. When I walked in there, I found a present and card with my name on it. M was in the shower, so I took the gift and the card back to the bedroom with our cards and waited til he got out of the shower. When he came out of the bathroom all ready for work, he opened his cards and I started on the present and card. (Very good card, by the way.)

It is a book of Braska's first year. Not a scrapbook with pictures on it. It's a professionally printed actual book. And it's not like it's just printed blog entries, it is completely customized and original. It took me completely by surprise. I gushed and cried all the way through, all 22 pages. That he took the time to compile all this, choosing the pictures, writing the captions, and having it printed in such a magnificent manner.... I'm still so darn impressed.

Here's the front and back. (Remember, you can click on the pictures to make them bigger.)

These are a few of the pages. They are just ALL so great. Great picture choices and really creative captions.






I could not be more pleased. I am an "A for effort" girl, one that gives points for trying. I like to know someone has taken the time to do something nice, even if it doesn't always pan out. I know M has been frustrated about some ideas he has had for gifts or surprises that didn't quite work, but I always appreciate the thoughts behind the attempts. THIS, however, is just overwhelming. The time spent had to be major. This is a big deal...and I appreciate it in a big way.

Thanks, honey. You did super good, #1! :o)

If you'd like to see the whole thing, don't worry....if you see me in the next few weeks, I'll probably have it with me to show off!
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  1. RodFebruary 14, 2008 at 12:17 PM

    What a wonderful keepsake! Beautifully done! Has any lil munchkin ever had her first year so well pictorially documented??!!

    Way to go M!!!!!!!

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  2. Melissa @ Banana MigraineFebruary 14, 2008 at 1:20 PM

    That is impressive! What a thoughtful, perfect gift!!

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  3. MichelleFebruary 14, 2008 at 1:48 PM

    Impressive! So thoughtful! Wow!

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2008 at 2:10 PM

    What a wonderful gift from a very thoughtful hubby. Happy Valentines Day to all 3 of you!!
    Love you!

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  5. rylie's momFebruary 14, 2008 at 2:43 PM

    This is the most precious book ever made! Beautiful!

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  6. rylie's momFebruary 14, 2008 at 2:43 PM

    This is the most precious book ever made! Beautiful!

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  7. JenFebruary 14, 2008 at 3:48 PM

    What a cook, thought-provoked gift! Kudos to Muncher!
    I can't wait to see it!

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  8. MaryFebruary 14, 2008 at 7:38 PM

    Wow. I'm very impressed:)

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  9. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2008 at 7:46 PM

    Go Munch! That is AWESOME! You get serious points for that. What a guy!

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  10. JenFebruary 15, 2008 at 6:43 AM

    Wow. A GUY did all of that? Lucky you!

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  11. Dylan and FamilyFebruary 15, 2008 at 9:57 AM

    WOW! WOW! WOW!

    You are a very lucky gal.

    Kristy

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  12. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2008 at 10:53 AM

    You think she is lucky? After that present I was the one who got lucky. Giggity-giggity!

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  13. RKFebruary 15, 2008 at 11:15 AM

    To all of you... thanks for cheering him on. Maybe that will help me get more good stuff and thoughtfulness.

    And honey...you don't comment often, but wow...you like to make them memorable, don't you!?!

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  14. MammaMayMillerFebruary 15, 2008 at 12:11 PM

    Wow!! What an aMAzing gift!! It must have taken hours to put together, and it looks so professional too! Very thoughtful and loving. Something to treasure for ever, just like your love for each other :o) I only wish I lived closer so I could flick through it in real life. Maybe you could somehow put it onto photobucket or whichever digital photo site you are a member of...?

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  15. RKFebruary 15, 2008 at 10:47 PM

    Mrs Wibbs--Maybe I'll take pics of each page and post them for those of you far away or across the pond. :o)

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  16. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2008 at 9:36 PM

    What an awesome gift! Good job M :)
    - Auntie Rach

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  17. RKFebruary 16, 2008 at 11:17 PM

    Rach--Yep, he did good, and even without sister-in-law help. :o)

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