Hi friends. Despite my best intentions, as you can see, I’ve once again taken a wee break from blogging. This time I can thank my dear hubby for this break as in his kindheartedness, he decided to share his cold with me. So between the two of us, we’ve been the most pathetic pair ever. I’m hoping that I’m now on the upswing…we’ll see.
Today I did want to take the time to share with you a powerful story of inspiration and hope. As many of you know, I work for the scrapbook company Melissa Frances. It has by far been the best working experience I have had in this industry. Melissa is classy, honest and has earned my unwavering respect and admiration. She’s one of my best friends and I’d do anything for her. This past year has been a life changing one for both Melissa and the Melissa Frances Company. Right after CHA Winter 2007, Melissa was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. Talk about a punch to the gut, eh? Here was this incredibly vibrant woman, being given a terrible diagnosis. This year has been rough. Melissa faced surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. While going through treatment that knocks most people out of commission, Melissa continued to helm her company. Some days I know without a doubt that it was all she could do to get out of bed, but still she persevered. She struggle and she overcame. Today I’m happy to report that Melissa is cancer free.
CHA Winter 2008 will mark an exciting product launch for us at Melissa Frances. Her battle with cancer inspired Melissa to design products aimed at all women who have something to be thankful for. The line is appropriately named “Thankful”, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Melissa’s chosen breast cancer charity. Whether it’s a life threatening disease like breast cancer, or one of the many other challenges women face and conquer each day, we all have something to be “Thankful” for. Stay tuned for product previews….in the meantime, please be sure that you’re signed up to receive the Melissa Frances newsletter as there will be a special message from Melissa in the upcoming issue.
Baby day for my brother and sister-in-law. She has a c-section scheduled for the morning. Unfortunately I've been lovingly banned from the baby until I'm healthy. I'm crossing my fingers that my health will rapidly improve as I leave for work on Feb 6 and won't be home until the 16th. So I only have a few days to get those precious new born photos! 
