Labor Day Weekend

Our long weekend began Friday evening at Buca di Beppo with some of the single adults from our branch. We celebrated a birthday and enjoyed some good food and great company!

Saturday was spent doing almost nothing, and we loved it! Sunday was peaceful, as usual, and yesterday some of the branch members gathered at our gracious branch president’s condo for swimming and an afternoon barbeque. The surroundings were beautiful and quiet…no sirens or traffic. We wished we had worn our swimming suits and gotten in the pool to cool off. Instead we sat at the pool’s edge and enjoyed relaxing and visiting for five fabulous hours. The extra day was a relaxing treat spent with some of our favorite people!

Stella's Special Day

It’s hard to imagine that Sara’s baby recently turned eight and was baptized yesterday and even stranger that we weren’t there to witness it. Stella’s entire family participated in the program—from the prayers to the talks to the music, and of course Sean baptized her. Lunch was at our home afterward for the family and friends who attended. And even though we weren’t there for Stella’s special day, we sent our love, and they sent us photos! We’re proud of Stella for making this important decision and hope she knows how much we love her.

Lots of Birthdays

When my artist sent me photos of the birthday “boxes” she’d created for our family’s September birthdays, I realized I haven’t even shared August’s yet, both of which are adorable! So, basically you’re going to see lots of birthday gift presentations over the coming weeks…boxes, bags, and carriers. I think you’ll love them all!

This is Phoebe’s snow princess box. I’m guessing you’re wondering how it’s made, but you’ll have to wait until I post Stella’s box (similar concept) with the “pattern” and a few tips. Until then…

A Card for Susan

Susan Nygaard recently achieved one million dollars in career sales, which is a huge accomplishment! We’re always keeping an eye on who is getting close and when we think they’ll hit that milestone. Once they do, a number of things are set in motion—and one of them is having an over-the-top card made to accompany flowers, congratulating the demonstrator on their amazing achievement. I thought you might like to see the card that was made for Susan. I’m not sure the pictures really do it justice. It is beautiful! Congratulations, Susan!

Happy Thoughts

Just wanted to send happy thoughts your way...wherever you are and whatever you're doing!