Sandy
Sarah
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I thought everyone would like to see another photo of Sandy and Vivi. I think they are so cute. We were all a little nervous about Vivi being happy all through a very long wedding day, after a late “no rehearsal rehearsal dinner” the night before. Being the good Oma (grandma) that I am, and having raised 4 kids of my own, I know the secret to a happy child is an Oma’s purse full of surprises. I kept a keen eye on “the Viv” and whenever it looked like a frown was making an appearance Oma showed up with-a tiny Olivia doll , a book, some bracelets, a magnetic doll with clothes to stick on…about this time a frown was beginning to appear on Sarah’s face (mom of Vivi). “I think that is just about enough gifts!” she said. So Oma backed away and stored the rest of the loot for Christmas and Vivi went on to be a perfectly happy flower girl.
I also wanted to send out a thank you to all the customers who came in last week and were patient and kind, and one who actually helped me bring up the invoice on the computer when EVERYTHING disappeared. I had a great week and really enjoyed talking to everyone and of course, showing photos of the wedding. Also a big thanks to those of you who actually care about organic, fair trade clothing and like learning the background stories of some of our clothing lines. It is very nice to meet people who understand what Sandy is trying to do by providing clothing that is not soaked in chemicals and then put next to a baby’s tender skin. I know Sandy gets discouraged when people don’t seem to get why organic cotton, or vegetable dyed shirts are more expensive to produce. Some folks would rather buy items made in a sweatshop rather than in a factory that provides fair wages and good working conditions because these items are much cheaper. I like to think that many of these people just don’t think about these things and with a little encouragement they will begin to make the right choices.
I was very happy when Sandy came back to the store on Tuesday, but also a little sad that my adventure was over. (Although Sandy said she will happily turn the store over to me anytime!) She and Matt had a perfect honeymoon and I’m sure some pictures will be on her blog soon. Talk to you soon!
