Some of you may have seen on Face book that Country Keepsakes is doing a fundraiser for a local high school student. Please take time to read his story on the link above. I have always felt I wanted to help someone local-and this story nagged at my heart for weeks. I wasn’t quite sure how to go about it-so finally consulted with a teacher in the elementary school that had Devon when he was in First Grade. If you don’t feel the “need” to order something wouldn’t you be so kind to donate to this cause? I am putting a PayPal button here in this post for those that do not want to necessarily order something but would like to donate just the same. I am donating as I said above 1/2 of my sales for these 2 weeks, and any donations, I will include names of those that participate so that the family will know that it does not come just from “me” but from people that would like to help make a difference.

I have been told this is a wonderful thing I am doing; but it is only wonderful if we raise something to donate to the family. So I am asking for your help. Please take time to read his story. I feel he is a courageous young man and I believe in his life he will make a difference. I know he has to me. Your donation can be as small as $1.00 or as much as you would like “IF” you would like to donate but not necessarily place an order. I would also like to thank those that have already ordered, it is greatly appreciated. Without you, this fundraiser wouldn’t be possible.

The Air Freshners come in 12 scents at this time, if I have enough requests of a scent I am not offering them in-I will then add it. So far the feedback on them has been great!

Here are some pictures:

We have added scents: Margarita (has that scent of Lime within to tingle your senses), Fresh Brewed Coffee (for those that enjoy the smell of coffee brewing), and Strawberry Cheesecake (luscious cheesecake topped with ripe strawberries). We are planning on adding Carnation for you flower lovers; along with our already Spring scents of Hyacinth, Rose, Lilac, Gardenia Blossoms and Fresh Cut Grass. Or do you enjoy the scent of the Islands? We have IsLaNd Baby, Creamy Coconut, Pineapple Paradise, Pineapple Gardenia, and Southern Magnolia? These are just a few of our over 150 scents here at Country Keepsakes. With 30% off until March 14th why not grab a few of your favorites?

If you are more of a “Bakery” lover we still have Cinnamon Stick, Cinnamon Buns, Vanilla Hazelnut, Almond Butter Coffee Cake, Vanilla Bean, Lemon Meringue and the list goes on and on.

I pride myself on great customer service, quality merchandise and great smelling items. I want your order to be top quality just as I would expect to receive if it was coming to me!

Pictured is one of our new Cake Candles, Pineapple Upside Down Cake which is already becoming a hit. Alittle over 2# of “yellow” cake with pineapple slices and cherries on top, drizzled in pineapple scent. You won’t know whether to keep it for looks or burn it for the extra scents. It is Yummy!

We look forward to your visit and if you have any questions feel free to email me at houseonthehill06@gmail.com.

Until Next Time…..

Becky

This Feral Kitten Saga began in our back yard in Greene, Maine, a couple months ago, when we began seeing a kitten or two – little guys, wandering around looking quite forlorn and helpless. Within the next couple weeks, we spotted FIVE kittens right around dusk, scrounging for fallen bird seed from our many bird feeders.

Being in Maine, we are heading intocold weather, and we couldn’t just stand by and watch these precious little kittens either starve or freeze to death. We were able to rent a”safe trap” from our local hardware store.

One by one, overabout 2 1/2 weeks, we were able to safely trap all 5 kittens. Hubbybuilt a “kitty condo” for them right here in our den. We have had somuch fun “socializing” them – we now close the door to the den and let them out to run around 2 or 3 times daily.

We already have aMaine coon cat (about 4 y.o.) who alternately loves them or hates them,depending on his mood (we got him from our local Humane Society about 2 years ago). We also have a black lab (about 9 y.o.) who doesn’t quite know what to think of the kittens – but she is more tolerant of them.

Our financial struggle now – hence this fund-raising effort – is that we need to get all these kittens to the vet (and actually need to update our current 2pets on their shots, etc., as well). My dear hubby has been unemployed for 8 months, since his company was downsized – I have only sporadic freelance income – AND we are both returning college students (online)in an effort to pursue new career options. Winter is fast approaching here in Maine, and heating season has already begun.

We would greatly appreciate any donations from animal lovers out there – as we fully understand the difficulties brought on by this present economic climate – and thank you ahead of time for your kind hearts towards these little kittens!

http://feralkittensaga.chipin.com/vet-fees-for-5-adorable-feral-kittens

Thought I could just update on what is new….We have just added Hansel & Gretel’s House for the holidays along with Ole’ Tyme Holiday. You can go to http://www.cntrykeepsakes.com and look on the scent page for descriptions.  We have also added 2 new potpourris. One is Walk in the Woods-a autumn harvesty look along with Winter Mornin’ which is more festive with red/green/and white in it. I also plan on getting Gingerbread Wyntertime added back in and Christmas Wish which have been long time favorites.

I am currently working on new orders and have a fundraiser that is due to be turned in this coming week.

Also I will be adding Merry Mistletoe to the lotions section.

Happy Halloween and Be safe!

I have been busy re-doing my wholesale candle site; hopefully to make it easier to use and for me, easier to add things. If you would like to place a link on my links page please go to http://www.cntrykeepsakeswholesale.com and click on Web Site Links and I will be happy to place it there.

If you are looking to set up a business of your own but need an affordable web site solution-contact me at http://www.stonealleyhosting.com . If you need a domain name I can secure that for you for $12.21 a year, and hosting with a full DIY set up for just $10 a month. I enjoy helping others get their business presented on line and I also offer free ad space on 2 of my other sites for added exposure.

If you would like to get added exposure to your business-contact me at houseonthehill06@aol.com and in the subject put Blog~Interview and I will post your business information and information about you.

Have a great Thursday!

I feel so behind in my blog, my wholesale newsletter, and my life in general. I appreciate the new customers I have acquired, the new friendships, and the connection I have at Facebook. Some friends I haven’t spoken/chatted with in years and also some family that I don’t get to see too often, and then there are new business contacts.

Daycare for Roger is still full, and with me being his Assistant (that has meant getting training in). So school will be starting in less than 2 weeks, and back to a better schedule I am hoping.

I am trying to figure out new things for my businesses, and some things to attract more orders-as we always want more business, don’t we? I know I do.

Now just to fit in school shopping, and any last minute “summer things”. I was happy to be able to have my daughter have a 13th friend birthday sleep-over; and that went well. 13 is a fun age most times..and this was one of those times.

So although this post is a lot about nothing, I felt I needed to post something since so much time had went by since the last time I posted.

I am hoping to get better organized and post more often. Til next time..Keep your goals in sight and reach for the stars.

Wholesale orders are starting to come in from new stores, stores that I have supplied in this past year, and even new stores I have sent orders to in the past month. Along with that my hosting business is getting…busier.  Then add on to that my husband’s daycare is “full”…we reap what we sow…or so the saying goes. Can it be possible that everything is coming together? I dare not question or get too “comfortable”.

In this life we are never promised that everything will be good all the time-but to be Thankful for what we are being given and to feel blessed-those are important things to remember.

I pride myself on giving…as I feel the rewards you get back can be well worth the time you put into something.

I appreciate my friends, my customers…and most of all my family. Life is BUSY…but as I always say Busy is Good.

How are things in your neck of the world? Are you keeping busy?Some people that I know are keeping busy…

The Green Pond , We Cook With Daddy

Take time to check them out. We Cook with Daddy is brand new-but adding recipes daily…I think you will find it well worth the visit. The Green Pond is a site about all things natural & green…it has a great amount of content…Enjoyable reading at its best….

Until next time-Success is not something that comes you to-but simply a state of mind.

I am going to quote the information from http://www.mommypr.com blog.

That being said I am going to combine a review/giveaway with some important issues parents need to be aware of.  I will start with a wonderful lady named Kathylee who has opened her heart to the most youngest of victims: children.   A little about Kathylee and her invention Patches the Bear:

My name is Kathylee Forrester and I have been a Children’s Advocate for almost 20 years. It is my belief that early communication with our children and a continuum of that communication through their childhood helps them to understand their emotions and feelings which are so important to their growth and their journey to becoming an emotionally healthy adult.

“Living Light Kids and Patches the Bear are dedicated to advocating for children, guiding them to find their voice. With the help of Patches and the eight expressive emotion face symbols, children can learn to name, understand and appropriately express the emotions he/she is feeling.   During childhood, children begin to develop communication skills, and it is imperative that the adults in a child’s life encourage healthy communication. This enables children to learn, form relationships, build their sense of worth, develop coping skills and express their feelings, all of which empower them to endure challenges, through life’s journey of happy times and painful moments.”

To read more on this please go to: http://www.mommypr.com/?p=3661. This is truly worth reading and learning more on how Patches the Bear is helping children with a variety of issues.

To enter MommyPR’s contest just go to: the above link http://www.mommypr.com/?p=3661 . It is worth your time.

Thank you for taking the time to read this post! and Thank You Angela for blogging about worthy causes.