My neighbor returned my lawn gnome today.
How nice of you to loan it out! Have to admit, never heard of someone "borrowing" a lawn ornament though.
Oh, if you saw this one you would understand. I have won every Lawn of the Month award with it for 48 months straight. I was getting somewhat concerned because he is known from waltzing off on his own from time to time. But, I am thankful that my neighbor was quite vigilant!
I'm glad you gave him a chance to shine! Everyone deserves a chance to be trusted, and it's good on you to roll the dice!