Miscellaneous "Stuff"

Greetings Everyone!!  It is already 6 January 2009.  I could hardly believe it when that realization came to me today so, with that in mind, I decided to post my Sunday's pick early for this coming Sunday, 11 January 2009.  Here tis.... anything "Tim Holtz" (i.e., with his name on it) is 25% off for Sunday only.  We have lots and lots of his "stuff" available so stop in and check it out.  We have ink pads, embossing powders, crackle, stickles, rubber stamps, etc., etc.  This should hit the spot.

Also, just want to touch base on my BIG news coming up at the end of the month.  I must admit that the speculations have been fun to hear and some of you who are concerned can rest assured that we are not moving or closing.  I just signed a lease with the current landlord.  There is no new baby coming my way via my family (at least I don't know of one) and Alice, if she even knew, would just laugh and say "No Way!".  Many have asked "Is it really that BIG?"  Well, for me it is so I truly hope you are not disappointed when I make the announcement.  Keep those speculations coming.  They are fun to hear!!

I have been very busy at the shop in the last couple of days.  Lots of you have stopped by for one reason or another so it's been fun to share "Happy New Year" greetings.  Only 8 January Paper Connections (out of 72) are left to be picked up.  The passport program is going well.  Congratulations to Debbie Royer who was the first to test the complimentary cup of soup at West 5.  Yum, yum good.  This complimentary cup of soup has not limit - can you believe it??  Dave (owner) has outdone himself on this one!  There are several other amenities via the Passport so check it out on your next visit.

For anyone who has not received word of it yet, the memorial service for Olive Holstein is scheduled for 10:00 am on Saturday, 10 January 2009, at the West Seattle Christian Church.  Olive was a tremendous asset to Friends and Company and she is truly missed.  Now she is one of our angels.

Please remember to mark your calendar for our "Dead of Winter BBQ".  This is a first time event in January so we are hoping it'll be fun and perhaps an annual event.  Date is Sunday, 25 January 2009, from noon to 3:00 pm.  We are working on some demos and a few other things so watch for details.

OK folks once again, this is enough babble for one evening.  Hope everyone is well and have had a GREAT start on the new year!!  Until later.... hugs to all - Doris

TIP:  Looking to save money in 2009.  Invest in a crockpot.  This tip came to us from Sharon Girod and we think it is great.  It also makes meal plannning so much easier and many cuts of meat work well in a crockpot at much less expense.  Start a savings jar and drop your savings from this tip and other tips you might use this year and watch your savings grow!!

Comments

[munga]

Alright I get it, your getting married and want to keep it a secret. Wowza!

[Karen Lockhart]

I'm going with the lottery...