Christmas Gifts Part Two

[sandandwater]

The following packages arrive in New York, to their addressees, a few days after the new year.

For Cait:

A scarf of Italian silk, to be worn draped over the shoulder. And a note:

Cait,

I can only imagine what you must be thinking right now and I hope that I can still count you amongst my friends. I'm sorry that I didn't take the time to say goodbye in person and sorrier still for any hurt I've caused you. I'm grateful for all that you've done for me in the last few months and I'll never know how to truly thank you for that.

I saw this and thought of you and though it is belated, Merry Christmas.

Pippa


For Zippy:

A scarf of Italian silk, to be worn draped over the shoulder along with seven bars of Italian chocolate. And a note:

Ms. Zippy,

I know that this is well past late, but I hope your Hanuka was a happy one. I apologize for not delivering these in person but I am no longer in New York. (I am sure you surmised that much from the post mark on this package) I need to find myself and Venice has always been a good place for that. And for making glass.

Pippa

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[zippyknowsbest.livejournal.com]

A letter returned to Pippa at the address hers was sent from--

Dear Pippa,
Thank you for the scarf-- it's beautiful; I've been wearing it and getting plenty of compliments on it. Thank you for the chocolates as well-- my mouth has been full of compliments as well.
I hope you're well, in Italy... and getting better. May G-d watch you and guide you to whatever peace you need. You are in my prayers.
Don't be a stranger, and shalom unto you.
-Zippy

[sand-andwater.livejournal.com]

A short note for Zippy:

Zippy,

I'm glad you enjoyed the chocolate and the scarf. Venice is as it always has been: beautiful, calm and very, very old. It makes me feel at ease.

I'll do my best to keep in touch,

Pippa

[a-chaitlin.livejournal.com]

In due time a box arrives in Venice. Inside is a Celtic-figured ruana (http://www.gaelsong.com/images/uploads/145172_1077_popup.jpg) and a note:

Dear Pippa,

Thank you for the lovely gift. I hope mine suits you as well. Please take care, and I hope you find what you're looking for. Rath Dé ort, a chara.

Your friend always,

Cait

[sand-andwater.livejournal.com]

A simple hand written note in return:

Cait,

Many thanks for the beautiful wrap. I've been using it as a throw across the foot of my bed.

I miss all of you in New York.

Pippa