Thanks Nanny

Today Brian & I got $1000.00 from Nanny (who passed away last month) to go and buy an island for our home. Isn't that cute?

I am so glad. This will help us out a lot. ( As you can tell, I mentioned this is what I would like in my last two entries.)

So we're wasting no time. Tonight after the store closes, we're off to Ikea to order our base cabinets. It's exciting to think that I might get this in time for Chirstmas. It will just make our house so much more cozy....

Show 'em you're a tiger...........

We've won the Best New Business of the Year award. Did I mention that in my last entry? Well, we have. I am so proud. ( I'm considering taking out a Billboard on the highway with a HUGE picture of myself and the words Scrapbook Queen!)

I am so greatful to whom ever nominated me. In a way I wish I could find out, but it's also fun just guessing. Anyway, they have some good karma coming their way.

The business is picking up. I am so happy. We've increased sales and class turnout from last year. Not by much, but every ounce of growth counts. It's funny becuase one month ago, I was going through the details of closing the store down (just incase) and this month, I am trying to install more long term plans.

I think December will make (or break) us. I'll try not to think about it too much (becuase I really can't control it anyway).

Today we are meeting with Brian's family. Kathy has a "suprise" for us. ( Something Nanny left us in her will, I believe). I think it'll be bittersweet.

Brian and I are having a "small" Chirstmas this year. Limited funds. And, no stuff allowed. I can't stress this enough. I will be really disapointed if we get "stuff", it's the last thing I need.

My wishlist is: A Wine Fridge, Scrapbook Room, A new mattress, OR Gift Cards to the following places; Ikea, Home Depot, Rona & Country Home Furnishings. I know this might be hard for Bri's parents, as they like to suprise us with the perfect gift, but I really NEED the things listed above.

I want to finish our island, backsplash and fireplace. Then main rooms would be complete. Whew!

I'm back da na na na na na na na na na na

Well, I'm back physically. But it's been a couple weeks (2, almost 3) and I think I might have left my brain in Vegas.
We had fun, but we worked hard. Really hard. And if one more person asks me how my "vacation" was, I will scream.
We ordered a lot of goodies. The store is starting to fill up. It's looking good.
The highlight of my trip was my Coach bag (of course). I got a matching wristlet this year as well. Hey! I worked hard, I deserved it! And I love it. We didn't shop nearly as much this time. But I did get a couple nice things ( I always have to stop into Victorias Secret, Bath & body Works, and of course, J. Crew).
We went to the wax museum this time. Creepy, but really cool. They look so real. Do you think I can convince anyone that Brian and I did play poker with Ben Affleck?
We also saw Mystere. So good. I loved it. It was funny, and just amazing. And I drank like crazy ( Brian and I got through a whole "bucket" of beer).
We stayed at the Mirage this time. It was right across the street from the Expo center. So easy. Only downer, no Starbucks. Oh well, a 10 minute walk to Treasure island fixed that.
The house is looking good. Mom and Dad helped Brian & I clean our basement one Sunday. It looks great. I no longer feel "heavy" when I walk downstairs.
The upstairs bathroom is done. Yay! Finally no more midnight dashes to the basement to go pee. And the bath...........ooooh, the bath. It's deep, and I love it. It's a great escape. I love it more (dare I say) than my scrapbook room. Although once it's fixed up, I know it'll be number one.
All I am asking for Christmas this year is Ikea/Country Home Furnishings/Home Depot gift cards (we NEED to finish our island) and a finished Scrapbook Room. And a wine fridge. But no STUFF. We don't need anymore STUFF. Really....... NO "STUFF".
What else?
I am headed to Dixie Chicks tomorrow night. And Nik's shower. Should be fun.
Maybe I will also do some scrapbooking tomorrow. ( Unlikely).....