I had a hard time picking something out for complete strangers, but ended up settling for a strawberry pound cake. It didn't require refrigeration, and was likely to remain fresh for longer than something like a cookie assortment. In a perfect world, I'd have baked them something, but since plenty of people would hesitate to eat something prepared by a stranger (I might) I felt like a sealed bakery offering would be better for a first introduction.
The neighbors turned out to be a thoroughly lovely young couple named Bruce and Mary Catherine! They seemed genuinely touched that I stopped by to welcome them and were very friendly. Although they invited me in, I could see that they were still trying to get unpacked, so after a brief chat on the front porch I excused myself and left them to it. I couldn't be much more pleased. They're very young, have nice manners, and seem happy with their new house.
I hope they feel welcomed to the neighborhood, and I hope they liked the cake!
That is so sweet! I'm glad you liked them. I remember moving into neighborhoods where I felt nothing but suspicion and also, moving into neighborhoods where people welcomed me with baked goods.
ReplyDeleteI know which ones made me feel as if I'd made the right choice and I bet that Bruce and Mary Catherine (what a sweet, old fashioned name...Catholic?) feel as if they have made the right choice.
You are so thoughtful.
Later last night, after writing this post, I went out to check the mail and there was a nice thank-you note for the cake in our box! How's that for a coincidence? :) It confirms my impression that they have nice manners.
DeleteTurns out it's Mary Katherine with a "K". I agree with you that it's a sweet, old fashioned name, but I have no idea if it's Catholic. It's possible, I suppose!
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That is thoughtful. I try to welcome new neighbors...and it's a dying tradition. It's already stressful enough moving and wondering what people will be like, so it's always nice to introduce, smile and say hi at least. I'm sure they'll enjoy that cake Jen.
ReplyDeleteI'll never forget how when we moved in here, the jerk behind us harassed us from the get-go about our dogs barking and made a stressful time even more stressful and left a bad taste in our mouths. I've been determined to greet new neighbors with much more friendliness!
DeleteSuch a very nice gesture!
ReplyDeleteWe wanted to get off on the right foot--who knows how long we'll be neighbors? :)
Deleteso...you decided NOT to go with the eye patch and the parrot on your shoulder?
ReplyDeleteThe strawberry cake was a lovely thing to do.
Hahaha! They would have probably liked the patch and parrot!
DeleteHow kind and thoughtful. You may have been the only neighbor to welcome them; I hope not.
ReplyDeleteI was able to tell them about the nice women on either side of us, the sweet elderly widow and the middle aged dog rescue/foster lady. Mostly people in this neighborhood are politely distant, keeping to themselves and minding their own business. It's a good place for quiet relaxation!
DeleteThat was such a wonderful and thoughtful thing for you to do! Such kind gestures to new neighbors were commonly done when I was young but unfortunately much has changed. Maybe your kindness will help to bring it back! Hey - you forgot to add Marco's name to the box!
ReplyDeleteI got the most lovely thank you note in my mailbox last night from the couple! Yes, I left Marco's name off the box, but I did mention him to them in case they hear random screams and shrieks! They seemed quite amused to hear we have a parrot!
DeleteWell done Jennifer, lovely for them to feel welcomed.
ReplyDeleteThey seem to be thoroughly decent and well-mannered young people. I'm glad I made the effort. :)
DeleteI miss Marco mentioned on the parcel! Won't he be offended?
ReplyDeleteIt is good to know that your new neighbours are nice! Now I am sure a return visit will follow soon.
Aww, I included just George because they're likely to see us out walking with him at all hours (I'm sure they already have). But I told them about Marco!
DeleteWhat a kind gesture (and smart about not baking... I’m with you on that).
ReplyDeleteYes, I'd hesitate to eat something cooked by a total stranger. People are weird and you just never know.
DeleteLovely gesture and I am sure it was much appreciated.
ReplyDeleteWe got a beautiful thank you card in our mailbox just last night! People who take the time to write thank you notes are my kind of people.
DeleteThat was so very kind of you, and something I believe is quite rare these days. What a wonderful gesture!
ReplyDeleteI'm working towards a friendly little neighborhood with good vibes!
DeleteSmall acts of kindness go a very long way.
ReplyDeleteI think so too.
DeleteVery neighbourly of you!
ReplyDeleteThat's very nice and generous. Think how different your neighborhood experience would have been if your elderly, difficult neighbor had welcomed you in a positive way! How come Marco doesn't get a mention on the box?
ReplyDelete(Oh, I now see your answer about Marco above. :) )
DeleteNice of you to give the gift of neighborliness and nice of your new neighbors to write a Thank You note.
ReplyDeleteWhen we moved into our house a few of our neighbors came over bearing gifts and such. It was a lovely way to join the 'hood.
Good for you!
ReplyDeleteI remember when our neighbors came to great us like you did
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What a kind thing to do and how lovely that they wrote a thankyou note.
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