[rivermom]

Originally Posted by katepoet

Thanks for the memories, Sheryl. My mother was constantly making all her own stationary. I have been learning again how unique to our North American and perhaps Western European cultures such projects are. So many parts of the world, crafts are not valued as an expression of the individual nor are they seen as a compliment to receive them. Yes, looking at your work, all we see is beauty and creation, and we feel pride at having such a talented friend. We are truly fortunate.

Interesting Katepoet. What parts of the world do not value such expressions of crafts or compliments? I've never heard of such. Possibly - LOL the same culture which finds burpring out loud and in front of others after they've eaten someone's home cooked meal?