2016-07-10 worlds apart

Exactly one year ago today, we met Nova @novab in person, and it was for me and my hubby not only a wonderful day as she showed us beautiful Halifax and vicinity, it was also kind of the start of a beautiful long distance friendship. I knew already before, that she is a wonderful person, but she confirmed me ever since after and we feel very honored to know her.

As we live worlds apart and the big Atlantic lies between us, there is no possibility to just drop in with a bottle of wine and celebrate this special first anniversary. But, we can open a bottle and send a toast to you and your loved ones, dear friend. And maybe you find also a glass with some reddish liquid in it and enjoy this special Sunday.

Looking forward to meet again, someday somewhere… and until then:

It's always nice to have someone in your life who can make you smile even when they're not around.

[Mona]

Nova @novab, we are wishing you a wonderful Sunday. Thanks for your friendship. M&M

[Issi Bannerman]

What a lovely image and what a beautiful tribute to your friend Nova! @novab :-)

[Maggiemae]

You are so good with words and I'm sure Nova appreciates this! We learnt the pleasures of Nova Scotia (New Scotland) and with a scottish history in NZ appreciate what happened in this area! I'll raise a similar glass!

[Barb]

Lovely shot Mona, and what a lovely story behind it.

[Helen Sanderson]

oh,,that is lovely Mona.

[Peter Dulis]

wonderful abstract - fav

[Nova]

You words have touched my heart deeply this morning my dear friend Mona and now I'm in need of a tissue. This is such a beautiful way to start my day, thank you for this gift. And knowing that you think of me and the special time we spent together last summer with M, P & G, brings me joy.

Cheers to our continued long-distance friendship and big HUGS from my part of the world to yours. xoxo

[Nova]

PS: and a BIG FAV ! ! ! !

[Debra]

What a beautiful story and shot! Fav

[Bob]

Beautiful nice story

[Elizabeth]

Nice image and equally lovely compliment to a friend!

[vstap]

Beautiful tones and curves.

[Vera]

Awww... this is so touching! Beautiful image too, and elegant as always.

[GaryW]

Wow! Ladies ( @nvab and @mona65) you have both touched me deeply with you profound friendship!

[Lynda McG]

Lovely sentiment and very true! I love the colours in your shot and the creativity! Fav

[Clare Gadsby]

A beautiful shot Mona, and how lovely that you and Nova made such a connection :)

[Tunia McClure]

I'm tearing up over your story. So nice.

[Louise & Ken]

We've all enjoyed following this lovely friendship! Should you visit here again, Mona, I hope our mutual friend, Nova, will introduce us!

[Islandgirl]

Wow Mona what a lovely image and story behind it.............so nice to see the friendship you and Nova @novab have developed across the world!! :)

[Susiangelgirl]

Stunning photo. FAV

[Caroline]

I love this image, it's just beautiful - and what a nice honor to your friendship.

[aikimomm (phoebe)]

I so loved your story of friendship across the miles -- so I hoisted my own glass of red in your honor......

[Francesca Ciarrocchi]

Fabulous shot and very sweet and touching words...

[ChristineL]

What a lovely way to celebrate your friendship. I was interested to see that you met up in Halifax last year, we were there that day too!

[Paul]

Really excellent :)

[Mona]

@inthecloud5 Oh Christine,... have you been on the Queen Mary 2?

[jo]

Great shot. Hard to believe that was a year ago, I remember seeing the lovely photos you both took.

[Sylvia du Toit]

It's always nice to have someone in your life who can make you smile even when they're not around. This is so true and precious.