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But the greater gift is to provide the love and trust that helps her daughter find wings to fly. The emphasis on this piece is on the daughter. It's her emerging, her transformation, her unfolding.\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Susan Lordi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA meaningful gift for a mother and daughter at any stage — a milestone birthday, graduation, or simply a moment worth marking together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-painted resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.75\" (22.2 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dust with a soft cloth or brush. Avoid water and cleaning solvents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"australindgifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49034338566372,"sku":"26153","price":84.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/0585\/6740\/files\/26153.jpg?v=1779856124"},{"product_id":"willow-tree-close-to-me-figurine-by-susan-lordi","title":"Willow Tree – Close To Me Figurine by Susan Lordi","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"409\"\u003eA quiet expression of the lifelong bond between parent and child, \u003cem data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eClose To Me\u003c\/em\u003e captures the comfort of love that remains constant through every stage of life. Two figures stand side by side in a gentle moment of closeness and reassurance — a meaningful reminder that even when apart, we always carry the people we love with us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e“Apart or together, always close to me.” — Susan Lordi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eA thoughtful gift for mothers and daughters, family members, close friends, or anyone who shares a deep and enduring connection. Ideal for birthdays, Mother’s Day, graduations, or simply to celebrate someone special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"818\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wza4d3\" data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"717\"\u003eMaterial: Hand-painted resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bmzkw7\" data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"742\"\u003eHeight: 8\" (20.3 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gokrnr\" data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eCare: Dust with a soft cloth or brush. Avoid water and cleaning solvents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"australindgifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49034361045220,"sku":"26222","price":89.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/0585\/6740\/files\/26222.jpg?v=1779856427"},{"product_id":"willow-tree-irish-charm-figurine-by-susan-lordi","title":"Willow Tree – Irish Charm Figurine by Susan Lordi","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"454\"\u003eA joyful symbol of luck, laughter, and spirited individuality, \u003cem data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"157\"\u003eIrish Charm\u003c\/em\u003e celebrates optimism, encouragement, and the strength to move forward with confidence. Inspired by the energy and tradition of Celtic dance, the figure wears a delicately carved dress featuring a stylised Celtic knot and a wire crown of hearts — expressing happiness, resilience, and good fortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"510\"\u003e“May luck and laughter light your days!” — Susan Lordi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"861\"\u003eSusan Lordi created this piece as an uplifting expression of encouragement and celebration. Inspired by young Celtic dancers and the vibrant spirit of Irish culture, \u003cem data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eIrish Charm\u003c\/em\u003e makes a thoughtful gift for graduations, achievements, encouragement, birthdays, travel, or anyone beginning a new chapter in life. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wza4d3\" data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eMaterial: Hand-painted resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1j7f2m9\" data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"925\"\u003eHeight: 5.5\" (13.5–14 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15kicp4\" data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"989\"\u003eFeatures carved Celtic knot detailing and wire crown accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gokrnr\" data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eCare: Dust with a soft cloth or brush. 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Seated quietly with an open book resting in her lap, the figure reflects concentration, imagination, and the peaceful comfort that learning can bring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"435\"\u003e“Open books, open minds.” — Susan Lordi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"704\"\u003eSusan Lordi created this piece to celebrate teachers, students, readers, mentors, and anyone inspired by learning and creativity. 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Standing tall with a staff in hand, the figure reflects inner strength, resilience, and the confidence to move forward toward new possibilities and personal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"429\"\u003e“Seek, explore, discover.” — Susan Lordi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"757\"\u003eSusan Lordi created this piece to honour the spirit of perseverance and the courage it takes to embrace life’s journey. Inspired by themes of exploration, healing, and self-discovery, \u003cem data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eQuest\u003c\/em\u003e makes a meaningful gift for graduations, encouragement, recovery, spiritual milestones, retirement, or anyone beginning a new chapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"935\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wza4d3\" data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eMaterial: Hand-painted resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g4jqlq\" data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eHeight: 9\" (22.9 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d9gykl\" data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"859\"\u003eFeatures sculpted walking staff detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gokrnr\" data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eCare: Dust with a soft cloth or brush. 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My mom is the inspiration for this piece. She was a teacher most of her life. And she continues to pursue many, varied interests through reading and learning. She always read to us while we were growing up — and encouraged us to read. 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