Tuesday, July 10, 2007

Book Cover for Roger


At the beginning of June my lovely Roger was 60. He is an unassuming man who doesn't like surprises and gets embarrassed at gifts - weird I know but I love him!

Laura and Toby surprised and embarrassed him by turning up unannounced ( we last saw Laura in January and Toby before Christmas, so it was a surprise) and armed with gifts.
We had a lovely weekend and once over the shock Roger enjoyed it too.

The thing is, what to get the man who says he doesn't want anything?
Well he collects and reads a lot of vintage books. He had said that he particularly liked one of my Africa pieces so , voila! I made a book cover to protect the book or books he is reading.

Yes he was surprised and embarrassed - again - but he is over it now and is thrilled with his pressie.
I just love that man ;0)

8 comments:

Purple Missus said...

What a lovely present for what is obviously a lovely man. Lucky him - lucky you!

Val said...

That's just what I was going to say - what a WOW of a present for a lovely man - what a great idea. Thanks for sharing Alis.

Unknown said...

What a beautiful present, lucky man,
I am sure he will treasure it always

Papoosue said...

How lovely Alis, no wonder he liked it. Happy belated birthday Roger!

Annica said...

It's gorgeous Alis! What a wonderful gift!

liz said...

Hi Alis, glad you're back. Love the book cover.

Angela said...

Your book cover is beautiful!. Happy Birthday Roger!

bookwraps by suz.com said...

super bd present for a reader! what a treasure ! both Roger & the book cover ! vbg :-)