Slowing Down for Build-A-Bear

I should have learned this lesson by now, but I haven’t. I keep thinking that things will eventually slow down—just a little—and I’ll be able to sneak in a few “not burning hot” things into my schedule. (sigh)

The last few weeks have been enjoyably hectic. Getting ready for convention, then attending convention, then spending a couple days with Leslie, then heading down to Kanab. Plus I need to pack for the Australia incentive trip! I’m thrilled—incentive trips are some of my favorite events because it feels wonderful to reward our top-achieving demonstrators for all their hard work—but it feels like it’s been one thing after another.

When I got home from convention earlier this week, I had managed to grab a few Build-A-Bear bears for my grandchildren. My grandson Sam, while grateful for the gift, did mention that the Stampin’ Up! apron wouldn’t be his first choice for clothing for his new BOY bear. Without thinking, I said, “Oh, Sam, I’ll take you to the store and you can buy a boy outfit for your bear.”

As soon as the words popped out, I thought, “Great, Shelli! When are you going to fit that in?” But when I saw his eyes light up and his big smile, I knew I’d make the time.  

  And, it couldn’t be just Sam! So most of the grandchildren and I (along with dads and moms, because I knew I’d need help!) headed for Build-A-Bear and a crazy hour picking out clothes. And I thought shopping for human clothes was an adventure!

Now the bears (which are incredibly soft!) are also incredibly adorable, and we all have a great memory of a beary good time!

Comments

[Bert Charpentier]

Shelli, I am so sad for the first time as a demonstrator. The Ronald McDonald House in Minneapolis is celebrating 30 years and the State Fair has invited them to host a tent. The coordinator invited me, as the lead demonstrator, and the 2 that consistently help at the house every month to stamp with the kids for 2 hours on Labor Day. We were giddy with excitement! I called SU! for suggestions on how to handle such a large crowd (estimating about 2400). The answer? Handle it like a workshop. Fill out a donation request with incident #. We asked if there was any way to know what was being shipped. answer: various cs and ink pads. How in the world do we plan around THAT? I called yesterday; nothing shipped. We need to get cracking. I asked Lana if there would be any poster/info from SU we could display at the Fair (The Ronald McDonald House suggested putting up two and handing out fliers regarding the $800,000 raised by SU. Answer: no. this is between you and the Ronald McDonaldl House. I feel so totally let down by a company that prides itself on outreach. Bert #59776
ps: all we wanted was white card stock and black ink, but we were never asked. When I asked if that would be an option I was told no.

[Cindy Major]

I can understand why Sam would want to customize his boy bear, but I have to say that I thought the SU! apron was just the cutest thing I have ever seen! (Very close to last year's "Convention Barbie" green SU! shirt...)

Sticking to my budget has been very hard this year!
Cindy

[Christine J.]

I am really hoping that these bears and outfits will be available for us demos who could not make it to convention... I think it is much cuter with the official SUP! logo on the foot and that apron seals the deal! Please please please.. =o) Looks like you had alot of fun in the store.. at least you only had to purchase outfits and not the bears as well!

[Bonny O]

I would love to be able to purchase a SU! build a bear too! I have collected bears for quite some time now and it would be very special to have one of these. Also, one of the girls in my son's class (a high school senior) has done a project of adopting, dressing and giving of the bears to local low income programs in our area and I have helped her with that. One of these bears would be very special in my collection. Please?

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