Well, 2008 turned out to be a bit of a struggle, but we have a fresh new start to 2009.? I wish health, happiness and prosperity to you all!? Here are few mentions since my last blog.?

http://www.endlesssimmer.com/2008/12/22/top-10-stocking-stuffers-for-foodies/?

http://allamericanmommy.blogspot.com/2008/12/last-minute-gift-ideas.html?

http://www.propsandpans.com/2008/12/23/last-minute-gift-ideas/#more-1840?

I suppose the biggest news is that I have finally gone “international”.? A store in Saskatchewan Canada is my latest customer.? I leave for AmericansMart in
Atlanta Wednesday and like many big events in one’s life, it has worked its way into my dreams.? Last night I woke up panicked because I dreamed that when I got there, none of my stuff was right, I had no pictures; my booth was all messed up etc…? It was the equivalent of the “showing up to your prom naked” dream.? I’m pretty sure I have all my ducks in a row.? My back has been giving me a little trouble lately so I’m a little nervous about the set up and break down part but I’m sure it will be fine just fine.? When my eldest (who is now 6) was a baby, I fell down some stairs with her in my arms and like any mother; I sacrificed myself to keep her safe.? She had not a scratch on her, but my back has never been the same.? About twice a year I manage to do something to “throw it out” and wind up on the couch for 2 weeks.? It’s okay at the moment, but I’ll need to watch it being on my feet all day for 5 days in a row from 8:00-6:00.? I talked to a friend who is also going to the show and when I told her I was going to work it alone she said there is “no way”.? I guess at this point ignorance is bliss, especially since I don’t have a choice in the matter.? I’ll try to get another post done before Wed, but if I don’t talk before, I’ll catch you on the flip side with LOTS to say.?

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Leslie Haywood, Founder and President of Charmed Life Products, Inventor of Grill Charmsâ„¢? www.grillcharms.com