Harvest Crop

This Saturday, we will be hosting our Harvest Crop. We still have seats available, all you need to do is call ahead (519)291-5201, by Friday night and we can save a seat for you. Last weekend we were part of Scrapfest in Oshawa. We had a fantastic time and look forward to an exciting day Saturday with many enthusiastic scrapbookers. Also coming up in October we will be part of a crop for Juvenile Diabetis at the Missionary Church in Listowel (forms at the store). There have been many events in my life in the last little while. I seem to have some health issues and am trying to deal with them as best I can. This means a little more time away from the business for me. Also thanksgiving weekend, my oldest son got engaged, so there's a wedding to plan...so exciting. With Fall comes the changing of leaves and the reminder that we have so much to be Thankful for. With having said that...I'm thankful for my scrapbooking friends.

HARVEST CROP!!!

Once again we will be hosting our Harvest Crop. It will be held on Saturday October 23 from 9-5 at the Listowel Christian School. There will be door prizes, a silent auction and as give aways this year a 12x12 album. There will also be a warm lunch and lots of socializing with fellow scrapbookers. The cost for the day is $40.00. Registration forms are available at First Choice Trophies. If you have any questions, call us at 519-291-2081.

Technical Difficulties!!!

As you may know, I'm not great with computers, and my blog has been down for some time. But the great news is, it's fixed again. Thanks to Simon. This summer has been busy. Jeff and I have just finished celebrating our 25th anniversary on the weekend. It was a day we will not soon forget. I think for me the best part was having our love ones around. Now as fall is fast approaching it's toime to get back to routine and classes. Once again sorry about the problems on our blog.

GARAGE SALE

First Choice Trophies & Scrapbooking will be hosting its 2nd annual Garage Sale of gently used scrapbooking supplies and stamps. This event will take place on August 16th through the 19th. Also during this event we will be clearing out some of our old stock Crucuit and Slice products at 25% off and selling a variety of card stock for .25/sheet. For more details on this sale or to ask information about how to be part of this event, just call 519-291-2081. Enjoying the summer and hope you are too.

It's all about LOVE...

February 14th has come and past. Special for me as I shared my 25th Valentines with my sweetheart (Jeff). Yes we had a short courtship, no regrets. As I write here today, I can't help but remember where I was one year ago (Jamaica), now I have three sons in the Dominican (Jeremy, Paul and Simon), while my younger two spent last night winter camping in our back yard with 11 friends, sleeping in a snow fort built inside a snow hill. This is the second time they have done this in February already. Oh to be young and enjoy the snow and cold sooo.... much. This week I have four shippments comming in, and before the end of March there should be at least another four, all new product (can't wait). My card classes are going well. The next big event for me is the LCS Crop on March 6th, they host 70 women from all across Ontario for a fun filled day. Then will be March Break, Jeff & I are taking our two youngest to Florida for 10 days (can almost feel the heat already). Following that will be SCRAPFEST, we are taking a larger booth again this year, so we can pass on more deals and new product to our loyal costumers and friends. If I don't see you before then, I'll see ya there. Keep your thoughts happy and positve and all will be well. Here's to fond memories!

Thoughts and excitement!!!

Wow, I can't believe January is half over already. I have been going to physio since the end of December, twice a week. They say it will take some time to relieve the pain in my back. It seems I have herniated thrautic discs (4) in between my shoulder blades. I was told this is from an injury that occured approimately two years ago. Funny but I don't remeber being injured. But physio sure helps me to move about easier. I'm excited and looking forward to Scrapfest 2010, plans are well on their way. New product is coming into the store weekly. Classes are up and running again, stop in to check out the schedule. As I finish my 2009 books and plan for 2010, I can't help but get excited for the new year. I'm hoping to revamping my store layout and offer new deals, be patient as we get ready for all this. This year promises to be a memorial year for my family. My oldest son has just bought a new house and is renovating it. Our son Paul is graduating from Redeemer University with a major in Youth Ministry/minor in Pre-Seminar and will continue with his studies in the fall at Calvin Seminary in Michigan. Simon has transfer from Conestoga College to Mohawk in a totally different course. From Business to Computer Engineering and Networking and he's totally loving it. Tyler, the youngest son is finishing grade 12 and discovering his future. He's planning on returning to highschool in the fall to pick up some courses, it seems he's had a career choice change over. After doing his 4 credit co-op at the YFC/Youth Unlimited Centre in Listowel he has decided to pursue a career in Youth Ministry or Missions. Last of our children is Candice, she will be returning to LDSS in the fall in grade 11. She loves her languages and is looking towards an exchange student trip (she's hoping to go to Berlin), we'll see. This year Jeff and I will be celebrating 25 years of marriage. Funny but I think, no I know I love him more today than I did the day I married him. As a couple we have been truly blessed. We look forward to visits at the store, coffee is always on and free. Drop in and see us some time, we value your friendhsips. From my house to yours be happy, think positive and laugh often, these are the best memories.

Tonight as I sit here next to the tree, I marvel at what God has given me. First his Son (happy birthday Jesus), then across the room, my loving husband Jeff and quietly down stairs my loving children (Jeremy, Paul, Simon, Tyler and Candice). I have been truely blessed with dear friends, family and a loving church family. This year our church received a new pastor, we are so excited to have pastor Ralph and his family. We are thankful for all who entered our lives weather through church, family, friends, or customers. It is at this time of year that we review the year past and look forward to the year ahead. From our house to yours, we'd like to thank you all and wish you a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year filled with good health, fun and fond memories. Tracey DeWeerd and family