First, thank you for clicking on this post. I have been forced to do something I really don't want to do but it would seem, extreme measures must be taken. Don't stop now, keep reading. I'll try and make it quick.
I would like to issue a challenge to the crafting industry. It appears that I must tackle this issue head on and get the attention of the big boys. And girls. This challenge does not involve water or ice. What it does involve is this; help.
See this card? Sheryl Kemper sent this to me when my son got his first dog. How sweet is this? The girl has MAD skills. Not long after, Mountain Plains Crafters was formed by myself, Sheryl and Pam Stang.
Sheryl probably owns every tool, brand of designer paper, stamps...you name it. She is now being forced to sell her beloved crafting stash just to make ends meet due to her husbands cancer treatments. Their journey with cancer is just beginning but already, it's becoming a financial nightmare.
So, now, the challenge: I'm challenging every member of the Craft and Hobby Association, every major company (and minor, hey, we're not choosy) in the crafting industry, to step up and give something to help Sheryl make it through this trying time. She is one of us, and we need to show her, despite the economic challenges that the crafting industry has and continues to face, you are willing to step up and show the world what you are made of; drive, willpower, enthusiasm and compassion.
Lastly, I said drastic measures need to be taken. I am going to do something absolutely ridiculous. My husband says I'm nuts. Well, that's nothing new. The current goal is to raise $20,000 in the next 121 days. I am asking you to please, please open up your checkbook and donate. In return? If this goal is met, I am willing to shave the hair off my head. WHAT??!! And.....if it's useable, donate it to Locks of Love.
Forget buckets of ice water, I am willing to go the extreme for my friend to help ease their financial burden and raise awareness for her plight. I can guarantee you, it's not going to be a pretty sight. Of course, I will also video the event so you can see that I kept up my end of the bargain. So, there you have it. It starts now. Don't wait, just do it. You'll be glad you did, I can promise you that. We'll keep you posted on the progress too.
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Terri, you are an awesome friend. I really hope you meet that goal.
ReplyDeleteThanks MariLyn, what's a little hair, right? :)
ReplyDeleteOn my half hour lunch break I sent tweets out to 82 different crafty contacts, with the exception of 4...Starbucks (hey, I'v given them a boatload of money over the years), Ellen DeGeneres, Jimmy Fallon and CBS Sunday Morning. You just never know.....
ReplyDeleteYou are awesome! And, you're right...you just never know...
ReplyDeletemy prayers go out to Sheryl and her husband during this difficult time. as a fellow cancer warrior, I know first hand how rough the road can be. you are more than a friend, you are truly an angel to help them this way. your kindness and generosity will have such an impact on their lives. may miracles take place!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jennifer, that is very kind of you to say.
ReplyDeleteUPdate: Total of 159 crafty contacts tweeted so far. Several companies have favorited and retweeted which is wonderful. Now let's see if they will donate which is the whole purpose of this thing. Thanks Tweeters!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful friend! We have been living this roller coaster if cancer for the past 3 years. So..I can relate ...the Emergency fund is gone... The savings are gone... The business went south ... Life changes and will never be the same! I trully hope you make your goal!
ReplyDeleteTwo more views and this post will have reached 2000 people. Wow! However, in order to meet the goal of $20,000 in the next 114 days or so, there needs to be approximately $175 donated every day. Come on people....I wanna go bald!!! Well not really, but you know what I mean! Ask you friends to give, take up a collection at church, whatever, I don't care but lets get it done! And thank you.
ReplyDeleteDonations are trickling in and we are so appreciative but we need them to flood in! Click my Twitter, Pinterest or Facebook buttons and please share! Bless you.
ReplyDeleteLet's step it up crafters and big company boys and girls! Take up a collection in the office, talk to your finance guy and get that check written! Let's make it happen.
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