to the early registration deadline. plenty of room available but you will be paying xtra if you don't get your money in before sept. 1st.
come on ladies, ya know u wanna join us.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Monday, July 27, 2009
Crop Dates
So many people have emailed and said they don't know the dates for the MS Crop 4 Hope this year.
Mark your calendars:
Friday, November 13th - Sunday, November 15th.
Get those registrations in.
Mark your calendars:
Friday, November 13th - Sunday, November 15th.
Get those registrations in.
Monday, July 13, 2009
47 spots are paid for and several more are spoken for. Iluv this time when people are frantically checking calendars, calling in babysitting favors and heck, JUST BOOK IT. don't forget to call the hotel and reserve a good room on the ms crop block that are on hold.
the excitment is building.
YEAH.
Scrappin Jax
the excitment is building.
YEAH.
Scrappin Jax
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Catch up Time
The summer is quickly slipping by and I can not even believe that it is July 11th already. 7-11. WOW.
I have been so happy to go to the mailbox every day. I can't usually say that especially during the summer months with no paycheck. However, the registrations are pouring in and we are beyond the half way mark of filling up. YEAH.
I am also receiving donations as well. Truthfully, they are not nearly as plentiful as in years passed, but that is kinda to be expected.
I need to get working on filling up some vendor spots. If you are a consultant for a home based business and would like to be a vendor or know someone who would, PLEASE have them contact me.
As always, Happy Scrappin and email me at tad64@verizon.net if ya need me.
Jax
I have been so happy to go to the mailbox every day. I can't usually say that especially during the summer months with no paycheck. However, the registrations are pouring in and we are beyond the half way mark of filling up. YEAH.
I am also receiving donations as well. Truthfully, they are not nearly as plentiful as in years passed, but that is kinda to be expected.
I need to get working on filling up some vendor spots. If you are a consultant for a home based business and would like to be a vendor or know someone who would, PLEASE have them contact me.
As always, Happy Scrappin and email me at tad64@verizon.net if ya need me.
Jax
Sunday, June 28, 2009
BAAAAD Blogger
I am a bad blogger and for that I do appologize. Life at the Palatial Durning Estate has been NUTS for weeks now.
Sunday night/Monday early morning wayyy back on Memorial Day weekend, I was awakened to the sound of water at 3:30am. LONGGGGGGGG story short, we had a flood in the UPSTAIRS bathroom. Lovely. Water everywhere, in the ceiling, walls. NOT pretty.
We were very lucky that we were home and got it soaked up quickly. However, by noonish on Monday the ceiling in the kitchen wasn't lookin too good and I took it upon myself to call someone in to professionally DRY the place out.
We were literally out of our house for over four weeks and are just now getting everything put back together. The painting is not to my satisfaction, so the dining room is still full of all of our up top accessories(top of cabinets, plant shelves and wall unit), but after working our rear ends off the last two days, there is significant progress. YEAH.
We are very fortunate to have homeowners insurance, not sure how long til they drop us after this claim, but we are only out our deductible and thankfully didn't lose any personal property other than some towels and linens in our linen closet. If it had been the boy's bathroom upstairs, I don't even wanna think about it. That backs up to my walk in closet in my scraproom with alllllllllllll my albums, photos, OH NO that would NOT be good.
So the bottom line is that I have nearly 40 paid reservations for the crop so far and you can email me at tad64@verizon.net to get a registration form emailed to ya.
Hugs to all and enjoy the rest of your Sunday.
Sunday night/Monday early morning wayyy back on Memorial Day weekend, I was awakened to the sound of water at 3:30am. LONGGGGGGGG story short, we had a flood in the UPSTAIRS bathroom. Lovely. Water everywhere, in the ceiling, walls. NOT pretty.
We were very lucky that we were home and got it soaked up quickly. However, by noonish on Monday the ceiling in the kitchen wasn't lookin too good and I took it upon myself to call someone in to professionally DRY the place out.
We were literally out of our house for over four weeks and are just now getting everything put back together. The painting is not to my satisfaction, so the dining room is still full of all of our up top accessories(top of cabinets, plant shelves and wall unit), but after working our rear ends off the last two days, there is significant progress. YEAH.
We are very fortunate to have homeowners insurance, not sure how long til they drop us after this claim, but we are only out our deductible and thankfully didn't lose any personal property other than some towels and linens in our linen closet. If it had been the boy's bathroom upstairs, I don't even wanna think about it. That backs up to my walk in closet in my scraproom with alllllllllllll my albums, photos, OH NO that would NOT be good.
So the bottom line is that I have nearly 40 paid reservations for the crop so far and you can email me at tad64@verizon.net to get a registration form emailed to ya.
Hugs to all and enjoy the rest of your Sunday.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Happy 4th Birthday
Many people would look at today as a horrid memory, however, I choose to look at it as a day to celebrate. No, not 'cause it is Cinco de Mayo, but rather because it is the day four years ago that I was diagnosed with Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis.
I would like to believe that in the last four years I have not only accepted what I read on that MRI report before any of the doctors, but that I have come to OWN it.
Even more, I would like to believe that I am MAKING A DIFFERENCE. I sure hope so and I thank you all for the support that you have shown me over the last four years and will hopefully continue to do so.
Happy Birthday Scrappin' Jax. As I have said more times than I can count, "there will always be someone worse off than me."
I would like to believe that in the last four years I have not only accepted what I read on that MRI report before any of the doctors, but that I have come to OWN it.
Even more, I would like to believe that I am MAKING A DIFFERENCE. I sure hope so and I thank you all for the support that you have shown me over the last four years and will hopefully continue to do so.
Happy Birthday Scrappin' Jax. As I have said more times than I can count, "there will always be someone worse off than me."
REGISTRATIONS
are coming in by the handful each day. I LUV logging them all in and donations as well.
YEAH.
I have 23 paid registrations thus far, so we are rolling along.
PLEASE remember that I am always looking for volunteers and at this time, esp. looking for vendors.
Thanks,
Jackie
YEAH.
I have 23 paid registrations thus far, so we are rolling along.
PLEASE remember that I am always looking for volunteers and at this time, esp. looking for vendors.
Thanks,
Jackie
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Donation Number One
has been received. I am already getting xcited. How bout you?
I had three registrations handed to me yesterday AND several more arrive in the mail. I LUV the crop planning.
Hope you will spread the word to everyone that you want to be there.
Happy Sunday. Off to the beach.
Jax
I had three registrations handed to me yesterday AND several more arrive in the mail. I LUV the crop planning.
Hope you will spread the word to everyone that you want to be there.
Happy Sunday. Off to the beach.
Jax
Saturday, May 2, 2009
REGISTRATION
I am having an "issue" with uploading the registration form to the blog at the moment. M iami Dawn is the GURU so, in the meantime, PLEASE email me at: tad64@verizon.net and I will attach it to your email and send it back to ya.
Also, there IS a block of rooms reserved at the Kenilworth Lodge under MS CROP, so you can already call them and get the special rates available for the event. I have a print out of the rooms available if you would like to know that I can provide it to you as well and their prices, but it is up to YOU to make your reservations.
Okay, now I am off for NSD.
Tootles,
Jackie
Also, there IS a block of rooms reserved at the Kenilworth Lodge under MS CROP, so you can already call them and get the special rates available for the event. I have a print out of the rooms available if you would like to know that I can provide it to you as well and their prices, but it is up to YOU to make your reservations.
Okay, now I am off for NSD.
Tootles,
Jackie
Happy NSD
Happy National Scrapbook Day!!
I am off to crop for a bit but before I did, I have been working on the FLYER for this year's event.
I am also working on securing donations, so if you have some to offer, PLEASE contact me. Also, if you would like to help secure some, LMK.
I would also LUV to talk to people about vendor opportunities.
Have a great weekend,
Scrappin' Jax
I am off to crop for a bit but before I did, I have been working on the FLYER for this year's event.
I am also working on securing donations, so if you have some to offer, PLEASE contact me. Also, if you would like to help secure some, LMK.
I would also LUV to talk to people about vendor opportunities.
Have a great weekend,
Scrappin' Jax
Sunday, April 19, 2009
C~O~U~R~A~G~E
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Courage
I have to tell you that I had such an amazing time yesterday at the Project 365 crop hosted this month by Valerie. First I will say what an amazingly gorgeous home she has. WOW. it was absolutely magnificent. Each room more beautiful than the one before. As she gave us the grand tour and I looked in each corner with all the gorgeous glass vases from her store, Val's Basket Warehouse, all I could think of was: Hmmm, wonder how long Joshy would take to break this, that and the other. LOL.
Someday I might be able to have things like that again.It was very nice to meet new 365-ers and Val's sil too. We had a large group with plenty of room and all working on some project or other. We were all surprised when Jean came in and had her gs in tow with her. Drew has grown up so quickly and did a fabulous job of playing with Patches and becoming our group photographer without stepping too far back and into the pool(something I would assume he wouldn't have minded too much cept that he held Dee's Cannon Rebel in his hands).
When I was packing up to leave to give dh some fishing time, Carol arrived(she was suffering with a migrane yesterday so arrived late). We don't get to see Carol often enough so it was good to have her join the group, even if I didn't get to see her for very long.
I had left her a copy of a photo that I had taken at the walk ms event at the zoo a few weeks ago. Her girl scout troop volunteered and did a phenominal job of passing out the magnets to everyone who crossed the finish line at the walk.
I asked her if the girls enjoyed themselves and she responded with a resounding YES. "In fact, at their meeting this week, they were doing some more work on their badge and their discussion was about people who demonstate courage.
"She continued on with the fact that all the girls at the meeting said that I was someone who exemplified great courage.
Needless to say, I walked out of Valerie's home crying like a baby or should I say honestly, crying like a Tinsky. I could hear my father boo hooing in my ear like you can NOT imagine.
THANK YOU Carol and to your scouts for making me take a moment and be humbled. I do try to demonstate strength in adversity and I didn't realize just how much of an impact that I make on others.
So, I greatly appreciate the opportunity. As I sit hear crying once again, I will bow my head gracefully and KNOW in my heart that I DO touch others and that means more than I can put into words.Jax
Courage
I have to tell you that I had such an amazing time yesterday at the Project 365 crop hosted this month by Valerie. First I will say what an amazingly gorgeous home she has. WOW. it was absolutely magnificent. Each room more beautiful than the one before. As she gave us the grand tour and I looked in each corner with all the gorgeous glass vases from her store, Val's Basket Warehouse, all I could think of was: Hmmm, wonder how long Joshy would take to break this, that and the other. LOL.
Someday I might be able to have things like that again.It was very nice to meet new 365-ers and Val's sil too. We had a large group with plenty of room and all working on some project or other. We were all surprised when Jean came in and had her gs in tow with her. Drew has grown up so quickly and did a fabulous job of playing with Patches and becoming our group photographer without stepping too far back and into the pool(something I would assume he wouldn't have minded too much cept that he held Dee's Cannon Rebel in his hands).
When I was packing up to leave to give dh some fishing time, Carol arrived(she was suffering with a migrane yesterday so arrived late). We don't get to see Carol often enough so it was good to have her join the group, even if I didn't get to see her for very long.
I had left her a copy of a photo that I had taken at the walk ms event at the zoo a few weeks ago. Her girl scout troop volunteered and did a phenominal job of passing out the magnets to everyone who crossed the finish line at the walk.
I asked her if the girls enjoyed themselves and she responded with a resounding YES. "In fact, at their meeting this week, they were doing some more work on their badge and their discussion was about people who demonstate courage.
"She continued on with the fact that all the girls at the meeting said that I was someone who exemplified great courage.
Needless to say, I walked out of Valerie's home crying like a baby or should I say honestly, crying like a Tinsky. I could hear my father boo hooing in my ear like you can NOT imagine.
THANK YOU Carol and to your scouts for making me take a moment and be humbled. I do try to demonstate strength in adversity and I didn't realize just how much of an impact that I make on others.
So, I greatly appreciate the opportunity. As I sit hear crying once again, I will bow my head gracefully and KNOW in my heart that I DO touch others and that means more than I can put into words.Jax
Registration is open
Spread the word. I already have received 7 paid spots and I have two others who are coming-one won a FREE crop last year with Pirate Loot.
So, spread the word. We are going to have an amazing crop this year.
Nov. 13-15th. First 100 people will have the oppotunity to be a part of it. WOO HOO.
So, spread the word. We are going to have an amazing crop this year.
Nov. 13-15th. First 100 people will have the oppotunity to be a part of it. WOO HOO.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
U heard/read it here FIRST
I can't believe it is April already. WOW, the walk ms event in Tpa is over and now it is time to begin working on my other full-time obsession. That's right ladies, the 4th Annual MS Crop 4 Hope planning process is ON.
I have a rough draft of the sign up sheet ready to go so I will post it. Please remember that it is a work in progress.
Always looking for volunteers so shoot me an email if you wish to help and lmk what committee or job you would like.
Also, looking for vendors once again. LMK if you are one or have a consultant for someone or a company that would like to participate this year.
Happy Spring Break week,
Jax
I have a rough draft of the sign up sheet ready to go so I will post it. Please remember that it is a work in progress.
Always looking for volunteers so shoot me an email if you wish to help and lmk what committee or job you would like.
Also, looking for vendors once again. LMK if you are one or have a consultant for someone or a company that would like to participate this year.
Happy Spring Break week,
Jax
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Surrender Yer Photos
Many of us in the Tpa Bay area have begun the Treasure Hunt around town. The theme is obviously pirates and some have been stopped wearing their MS Crop 4 Hope shirts from last year's event.
In case you are interested, I have a garage FULL of them in all colors, sizes and styles......women's tshirts are $15 and the baseball jersey's are $20.
Email me if you are interested,
Jax
In case you are interested, I have a garage FULL of them in all colors, sizes and styles......women's tshirts are $15 and the baseball jersey's are $20.
Email me if you are interested,
Jax
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
It's National MS Awareness Week
If you are reading this then more than likely you have some connection to me or to Multiple Sclerosis, so, here is a reminder for you all:
It is NATIONAL MS AWARENESS WEEK and you CAN make a difference. In these tough economic times, I realize that every penny is precious. However, EVERY single dollar makes a differenct to the 400,000 + those of us living with this disease.
So, if you can make a difference with even a dollar THANK YOU. If you can wear an MS shirt, pin, hat, anything to become visible, THANK YOU. If you can wear the color ORANGE, THANK YOU.
And if you can volunteer to help at one of the upcoming ms walk events, contact me or your local chapter of the NMSS. We NEED your help and even just passing out t-shirts or making a few phone calls will HELP.
Much luv and grattitude,
Captain Jax
http://walkflc.nationalmssociety.org/site/PageServer?pagename=WLK_FLC_homepage
It is NATIONAL MS AWARENESS WEEK and you CAN make a difference. In these tough economic times, I realize that every penny is precious. However, EVERY single dollar makes a differenct to the 400,000 + those of us living with this disease.
So, if you can make a difference with even a dollar THANK YOU. If you can wear an MS shirt, pin, hat, anything to become visible, THANK YOU. If you can wear the color ORANGE, THANK YOU.
And if you can volunteer to help at one of the upcoming ms walk events, contact me or your local chapter of the NMSS. We NEED your help and even just passing out t-shirts or making a few phone calls will HELP.
Much luv and grattitude,
Captain Jax
http://walkflc.nationalmssociety.org/site/PageServer?pagename=WLK_FLC_homepage
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
***ANNOUNCEMENT TIME***
I have received MANY emails asking about the next MS Crop 4 Hope and I am here to tell you:
The walk ms event at Lowry Park Zoo takes over the second six months of my life and it will take place March 28th. As soon as that ends, I begin FULL planning mode for the crop.
For now, please mark your calendars for November 13-15th of this year back at the Kenilworth Lodge in Sebring.
I will post registration information, prices, and themes after the walk.
Until then, stay tuned and line up your babysitters.
I am ALWAYS looking for those of you who are interested in helping and I MEAN that.
The walk ms event at Lowry Park Zoo takes over the second six months of my life and it will take place March 28th. As soon as that ends, I begin FULL planning mode for the crop.
For now, please mark your calendars for November 13-15th of this year back at the Kenilworth Lodge in Sebring.
I will post registration information, prices, and themes after the walk.
Until then, stay tuned and line up your babysitters.
I am ALWAYS looking for those of you who are interested in helping and I MEAN that.
UPDATE
I KNOW that it has been FOREVER since I have posted on this blog.........did anyone even notice?
I came home from the MS Crop 4 Hope in November and swear that I walked into someone else's life. I will summarize by saying, the crop was wonderful and since that time my life has completely changed.
We are settling into our new "normal" and learning how to live with it all now.
Just letting you all know that everything is okay and we are moving forward.
I came home from the MS Crop 4 Hope in November and swear that I walked into someone else's life. I will summarize by saying, the crop was wonderful and since that time my life has completely changed.
We are settling into our new "normal" and learning how to live with it all now.
Just letting you all know that everything is okay and we are moving forward.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
The Party is Over
and now the work begins again.
What an AMAZING weekend the 3rd Annual MS Crop 4 Hope turned out to be. I am desperately trying to catch up with everything going on in the real world, unpack, put my house back in order, deal with a really sick child AND write all the fantastic ideas down for the next one that I have been receiving.
A HUGE thank you to everyone who contributed in some form or fashion to making this weekend happen.
I PROMISE a very detailed post, SOON.
One very tired,
Captain Jax
What an AMAZING weekend the 3rd Annual MS Crop 4 Hope turned out to be. I am desperately trying to catch up with everything going on in the real world, unpack, put my house back in order, deal with a really sick child AND write all the fantastic ideas down for the next one that I have been receiving.
A HUGE thank you to everyone who contributed in some form or fashion to making this weekend happen.
I PROMISE a very detailed post, SOON.
One very tired,
Captain Jax
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Arrrg Pirate Loot You say?!
Just wanted to let you ALL know that you def. wanna find out what PIRATE LOOT is all about.
Our fabulous vendors are all donating a % of their sales back to the Mid-Florida Chapter of the National MS Society to help raise money and as a huge THANX to all of you, we have created PIRATE LOOT for you this weekend.
What is PIRATE LOOT you ask? Well, it is simple...........for every $20 you spend with a vendor you will receive a PIRATE LOOT entry into three absolutely AMAZING drawings. I am not sure that I am complete liberty to say here, but I will spill just a little..............
How would an ENTIRE set of AMM scrappy luggage(yes, rolling tote, shoulder bag, wallet and matching purse sound?) a free MS Crop 4 Hope, $50 off an MS Crop 4 Hope?????
Well, I am not going to say any more as I just might get into trouble, but ARRRRRRRGGG,
PIRATE LOOT is going to make some people VERY happy and no one will have to walk the plank, I PROMISE.
See you all on Friday.
Jax
Our fabulous vendors are all donating a % of their sales back to the Mid-Florida Chapter of the National MS Society to help raise money and as a huge THANX to all of you, we have created PIRATE LOOT for you this weekend.
What is PIRATE LOOT you ask? Well, it is simple...........for every $20 you spend with a vendor you will receive a PIRATE LOOT entry into three absolutely AMAZING drawings. I am not sure that I am complete liberty to say here, but I will spill just a little..............
How would an ENTIRE set of AMM scrappy luggage(yes, rolling tote, shoulder bag, wallet and matching purse sound?) a free MS Crop 4 Hope, $50 off an MS Crop 4 Hope?????
Well, I am not going to say any more as I just might get into trouble, but ARRRRRRRGGG,
PIRATE LOOT is going to make some people VERY happy and no one will have to walk the plank, I PROMISE.
See you all on Friday.
Jax
another vendor WOW
Dear New Friends,My name is Courtney and I am an Independent Consultant with Thirty One Gifts. Thirty One is a faith based company offering affordable and adorable personalized purses, bags, stationery, home decor and much more. I am so excited to be participating in this incredible event and am anxious to support the crop for HOPE!Thirty One believes in celebrating, encouraging and rewarding women and in this fashion, I would like to celebrate, encourage and reward each of you!
Since I will only be present on Saturday, I am donating DOUBLE the percentage of my commission to the cause. This means that I will personally donate 20% of the products purchased. As an extra incentive, I am offering FREE shipping on any order of $50 or more! And, if you order more than $100 of products, you will receive FREE shipping AND your name will be entered into a drawing for a $100 Thirty One shopping spree!The blessings don't stop here, if you decide to hostess a party and get your name on my calendar this Saturday, I will donate 20% of the commission that I earn from your party AND from anyone who books a Thirty One party from you! Oh, but wait! I know that there will be some of you who decide that you just LOVE LOVE LOVE Thirty One and you will decide to join as a consultant. For each of you who signs on as a Thirty One consultant or refers someone to me who signs on as a consultant, I will reimburse you for half of the price of your kit once you become qualified AND donate $50 per qualified consultant! Talk to me on Saturday to learn more about Thirty One!Looking forward to meeting each of you on Saturday! Courtney :)
Since I will only be present on Saturday, I am donating DOUBLE the percentage of my commission to the cause. This means that I will personally donate 20% of the products purchased. As an extra incentive, I am offering FREE shipping on any order of $50 or more! And, if you order more than $100 of products, you will receive FREE shipping AND your name will be entered into a drawing for a $100 Thirty One shopping spree!The blessings don't stop here, if you decide to hostess a party and get your name on my calendar this Saturday, I will donate 20% of the commission that I earn from your party AND from anyone who books a Thirty One party from you! Oh, but wait! I know that there will be some of you who decide that you just LOVE LOVE LOVE Thirty One and you will decide to join as a consultant. For each of you who signs on as a Thirty One consultant or refers someone to me who signs on as a consultant, I will reimburse you for half of the price of your kit once you become qualified AND donate $50 per qualified consultant! Talk to me on Saturday to learn more about Thirty One!Looking forward to meeting each of you on Saturday! Courtney :)
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