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Showing posts with label Cupcake Capers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Cupcake Capers. Show all posts

Thursday, October 20, 2011

How to Handle Disappointment

Well, I'm saddened to report that, despite my best efforts, I've had to cancel the Cupcake Capers event.  I don't know why folks weren't interested, but it seemed pointless to hold it for the four people who paid for tickets.  I'm going to revise the idea and try again after the Christmas holiday season is over. 

I saw a quote I liked on Facebook.  I thought I'd share it. 

I'm too positive to be doubtful,
too optimistic to be fearful,
and too determined to be defeated!

This mindset has served me well in my life - and most especially, in my ten years in business. 

I also shared this quote with my Mom.  At 85, her memory, confidence, and outlook on life have become difficult to witness.  Once so vital, she's now doubtful, fearful, and seems defeated.  She's getting help for this, and we're all hopeful that our Mom will return to us. 

With the Cupcake Capers' cancellation happening right after Mom's decline, I have to believe that well-known adage - God doesn't give you more than you can handle.  I am happy to help Mom.  I love her, and I know that, if I were in such dire shape, Mom would be the first one to help me - or any of her six kids.  Helping with Mom also helps Dad, who is her primary caregiver.  If my focus was on the fundraiser this week, I wouldn't be able to help out.  So, things happen for a reason.  It doesn't make me any less committed to Mommy's Light, but my priority has to be with family.

So...onward and upward - to having a successful fundraiser early in 2012 - and even before that, having a "healed" soul for Mom.

Sunday, September 18, 2011

A Fundraiser for Mommy's Light!

I cannot believe that it's almost 10 years since I began my business.  It’s been a decade of growth, learning, hard work, and sheer joy as I’ve built my business.  So, to give back, I’m holding this benefit for Mommy’s Light Lives On (http://www.mommyslight.org/).  As soon as I learned about this organization, I knew I had to help them.  Check their website - I'm sure you'll agree. 

If you ask anyone who knows me, you’ll find out just how much I LOVE kids!  I can’t bear to hear of any child hurting.  I find each child to be a miracle, a wonder, loads of fun, refreshing, intelligent, and very cute! 
I have such wonderful memories of times spent with both of my parents, but especially, learning to cook and bake with Mom.  I can’t imagine how different my life would’ve been without my parents.  And, I know that I’m fortunate to still have them at my age…at their ages.
I’d love it if any of my readers could spread the word – this event will be a fun time, and you’ll be donating to such a worthy cause – kids who’ve lost their moms.  Thanks!
Cupcake Capers Benefit

Presented by
Kathy’s Just Desserts, Inc. and Kitchen Wizards


Who:      Anyone who…loves the culinary arts…wants to have fun decorating cupcakes…loves to eat cupcakes…has nothing else to do on a fall Sunday afternoon (the Eagles aren’t playing!)…wants a fun activity to do with her best girlfriends, mother, daughters, sons, boyfriend, husband…wants to feel good about donating to a GREAT cause!
Where:   The Fellowship House of Conshohocken
When:    Sunday, October 23, 2011 – 2 PM
What:    Cupcake Capers - Cupcake Decorating Event and Raffle
Why:      To celebrate our 10th anniversary in business, we’re hosting a fundraising event, Cupcake Capers, to benefit Mommy’s Light Lives On – a foundation that brings joy and comfort to maternally grieving children and teens by helping them keep alive traditions or simple pleasures they shared with their mothers.
Cost:      $25/each – Table of 8 for $180 ($15 per ticket donated to Mommy’s Light)

Please mail your check, payable to Kathy’s Just Desserts, Inc. to:
Post Office Box 804
Blue Bell, PA  19422
Be sure to include NAMES of all attendees and contact information (email address AND phone number)
Register early!  Checks must be received by October 15, 2011!

Phone:  610 348-5284
Facebook Fan Pages:  (Kathy’s Just Desserts DBA) Kitchen Wizards
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Twitter: @kjd5