WOW - MK Seminar over - already?

OH MY... I can not even believe it has been THREE days!! That is how Mary Kay Seminars are though.. you get there and it is none stop ACTION PACKED UNBELIEVABLE FUN!! I will post a few pictures, but let me just brush over the highlights! We had our Go-Give Awards Evening Sunday evening followed by a day of information and recognition by the Company. On Monday evening we had our Star Power Unit Awards where I not only debuted as a Sales Director, but also recieved awards for #2 in Unit Sales and #1 in Unit Sharing. Along with both of these awards I was honored by my Unit as Ms. Go Give ~ This award is one of the most coveted in Mary Kay and I am honored and humbled to reprsent my Unit. The Rising Star Unit has big shoes to fill and we are ready for the task!!

Steve thoroughly enjoyed his Pink Bubble time and not only went to all of my classes with me, he got to go to the special Princess Court Reception with me. He even danced on stage with the girls and was recognized by the company as an Awesome Spouse! I am so blessed to have such a wonderful man who supports me in my career path.

And, if you think this is all work - Check out this awesome pic of my team members dressed up as Betty Page, Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn!!

Back on the road we are headed to visit some good friends of ours in West Texas and then on to New Mexico.

Our first day out...

Fabulous News! The foot is much better!! Thanks to my consultant Cindy and her reflexology talent and a Day at the Ritz Carlton Spa, I am ready for my heels, well almost! I spent the day at the Ritz Carlton Spa, as a gift I earned- on the way out we ran into John Voight, who actually walked over and ask US, who we were!!! Steve located some of the finer Cigar stores and a Harley Davidson show room in the Dallas area. I think he is storing up his testorone getting ready to hang with the girls...he is going to be awesome!!

We had an incredible PJ party to get the consultants "ready" for Seminar!! I can't wait, my first seminar as a Sales Director, it doesn't feel real. Thanks to all my wonderful director friends who are welcoming me with open arms! And a special thanks to Robin for the "autographed" John Maxwell book!! This Seminar Project Super Star is going to ROCK!!

And we're off!! Big "D" here we come!!

Well, packing went on through midnight or so and in between all the hoopla, I managed to sprain my ankle pretty bad, we thought it might be broken, but it is better after RICE(REST, ICE, Compression and Elavation), just in case you need that info! :-)

So, we are beginning our trip with me having a hobbling foot, however, I am determined to have my slammin leopard high heels on by the beginning of the week!!

The weather is gorgeous and our first stop is Dallas, where I will be whisk away in a Pink Cadillac to the Ritz Carlton Spa - a Spa package that I earned for being a Star Consultant consistently this year - THANKS TO ALL MY FABULOUS CUSTOMERS!

This evening is our PJ Party to get oriented for Seminar and find out what's in store!! More later, please keep us in your prayers as we travel and please keep my right foot in your prayers!

So, it seems late July and early August is Hurricane Prime Time...Looks like we will be departing once again on the heels of a Hurricane..as Bonnie approaches the Gulf.

Still getting ready!!

Well here it is t-minus 30 hours before we leave and nothing is packed!! :-o Sure, we can pack tomorrow, right? :-o Several things need to be done, but the MK suits are pressed and ready, even the brand NEW black suit!

Costumes are chosen and applainces are on there way to Vegas - thanks Tim Vittetoe!

Hopefully...more to report SOON! :-)

Back on the Blog!!! It's Vacation Time!!

It's been over a year since we have blogged on here, sorry for the hiatus! But, since we are leaving on a grand vacation we thought we would re-institute the Vacation Blog!! So, HERE WE GO.....................

Currently nothing to report, except 'getting ready' I am franctically packing and making lists, Steve is going to pack about 8 hours before we leave :-/ Why is it that guys can pack a couple of items and be ready to go and us ladies have to plan our entire wardrobe, down to the shoes?? Speaking of shoes, wait till you see my new leopard and red pumps!! (oh, I guess that was for the ladies!!)

Will post more soon!! :-)

Ditto RIP July 15, 1998 - March 27, 2009

Today, Ditto, my friend, my companion passed peacefully away. She was in pain and hurting, as the cancer had come back with a vengeance. I am not going to remember her hurting, I am going to remember that she was my companion for 11 years, a 'stray' that I rescued and cared for and loved. She was a great dog and one that was always smiling--not many dogs can smile. Ditto had a happy-go-lucky attitude and rarely complained about anything--even the Vet!

She loved to be outside and play in the pool, chase squirrels and just plain run around the yard. She had a good full life and she fought for four months as hard as she could to beat the cancer, she was even a good patient and took pills graciously.

One of the best dogs, I have ever had -- She will be missed greatly and I look forward to meeting her again, just on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge.(see poem below).

I want to thank everyone who has helped me through these past four months, the encouraging emails, the phone calls and visits have really meant a lot.


In loving memory, of Ditto, the Dalmatian with a smile!
RIP DITTO July 15, 1998 - March 28, 2009

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....