Wow Devon! That IS beautiful!!! It is gorgeous!!! What a wonderful and thoughtful gift with lots of loving care behind it.
The woman who made it is a member of the congregation where Jason grew up and was confirmed. They also helped to support him financially at college and now while he is in graduate school at the seminary (8 years total to become a pastor) Jason has another year of classes then they will head out for a year of vicarage which is sort of like "student pastoring". The ladies group does little things like adopt a seminary student, send clothing, small gifts, Christmas baskets and special things like this! The friend of mine has not met Devon but she chose to do this for her because she knows Jason and wanted to do something special for his wife So, she called and asked about Devon's favorite colors, things she liked, etc. It really WAS very sweet of her! The seminary students have a pretty rough time of it - most work several jobs, etc to make ends meet (and they never do) - so YES, this is an extra special gift!!