Surrounded by Love

Surrounded by Love

Item SKU: 26233

Abundant love surrounds you

I wanted to make a figure with her face in the flowers, taking them in with her senses – smelling then, feeling the petals against her face; feeling safe in that surround. So this piece could say to someone that they are loved by those around them… if a person is experiencing difficulty, it could be a reminder of family and friends who are there for them. It could be a romantic way to say that your love is surrounding one special person… or just a gift for someone who loves to garden. I like that people read this piece differently. The choice of red poppies was influenced by trips to France, seeing fields of poppies. The red poppy symbolizes remembrance, so this piece could be a tribute to those who served our country.

Susan Lordi

Your Stories

I'm pregnant right now with our first baby - a little girl! We couldn't be more excited, and we've decided to name her Poppy. My husband is in the military and we loved the symbolism of Remembrance, but also, I grew up calling my dad Poppy, and we have a very special relationship. I am buying this figurine for our little girl - she will know she is always surrounded by our love!

Submitted by Rebecca in Ontario, Canada, July 2010

My beautiful daughter Lauren has just turned 24. She's been a ray of sunshine in our lives - mine, my husband's, her two older brothers (all born within three years and three months). We're an EXTREMELY close family. She has a chronic illness and we know that every minute that we manage to all be together is a special blessing. Yellow roses are of special significance to her and indicative of the special mother/daughter bond beetween her and me. I found a figurine to show her how special she is and how deep into our hearts she is. Wendy

Submitted by wendypinker@live.co.za in South Africa, June 2010

I received my first Willow Tree (Mother and Daughter) when my 21 year daughter passed away. I have been collecting ever since. Each one has a unique and wonderful memory. My all time favorite is Happiness, the little girl with her arms outstretched with the three blue birds.
When my daughter was small and she wanted to catch a bird, her daddy told her to go out under the tree and hold your arms out and be real quiet. She did, and I have picture of her standing under a tree with her arms outstretched, being very quiet. I was shopping with my mother today and I saw a new Willow Tree figurine, Surrounded by Love. My daughter's favorite color was orange and we had all orange flowers for her funeral. This little angel holding the orange flowers reminded me of her and I just had to bring her home.

Submitted by Janice in Illinois, May 2010

I was diagnosed with breast cancer a week ago, and a close friend gave me this figurine. I truly do feel surrounded by love with all of the love and prayers of my friends and family at this time, and your figurine will walk my journey with me. Thank you!

Submitted by Sheila in Ontario, Canada, April 2010

This figure was given to me by my husband during his first deployment. It is easily my favorite out of my collection. Every time I see it I am reminded that no matter how far away he may be, I am always surrounded by his love.

Submitted by Courtney in Colorado, April 2010

This figure was given to me by some dear friends after I had surgery. It always makes me feel special and every time I look at her, I think of my friends and the thoughtfulness they have shown me.

Submitted by Lesley in Missouri, March 2010

This was given to me from my sister who brought it on behalf of my children for Mother's Day. As a single mom it made me feel so loved, not only by my little ones but also by my sister and my whole family

Submitted by Lesley in United Kingdom, March 2010

I was given this figurine from my parents on Valentine's Day 2010. I love it so much! It is my very first Willow Tree and appropriately is my new favorite. I will definitely start my collection soon!

Submitted by Lauren in Nevada, February 2010

My husband gave this to me this morning for Valentine's Day. I absolutely love it and will put it with my collection. This was a pefect Valentine's gift and the flowers will never fade.