I just received an email from an awesome friend and fan of Berry Fancy, Amanda Gaines:
I just wanted to let you know that I was taking the "Best of Cincinnati" poll for City Beat and I'm adding Berry Fancy for best desserts!!
http://www.citybeat.com/cincinnati/best-of-21-best-of-cincinnati-2010.html
It appears the write in campaign for Berry Fancy has begun! Please go to the website and write in Berry Fancy for "Best Desserts". The last day to vote is February 21. Thanks for all of your support chocolate lovers, you are the best!
Wednesday
Tuesday
An Invaluable Lesson
For Christmas Kameron secretly asked Santa for a lap top computer. Maybe it was the recession, maybe Santa knew her parents would never stand for a lavish purchase or maybe Santa wanted Kameron to learn fiscal responsibility, Santa bought Kameron a financial planning kit. As a budding entrepreneur, Kameron was ready for the tools to manage her money.
This kit isn't so she can save for college or a car. That will come in its own time. Right now, Kameron is saving for a bike. A blue bike made for a girl, which has hand brakes. She was very specific. Just like her plan.
For every dollar Kameron earns, 10% goes to a charity of Kameron’s choice, at least 45% goes towards her bike and up to 45% goes to spending money that she is free to spend as she wishes. Most recently, Kameron used her spending money to purchase items for Haiti. Kameron has learned very quickly the money that she does not spend can be placed into savings, and allow her to reach her goal of a new bike faster. As a part of her financial planning kit, she must track the money she earns, money she is “fined"*, and how long it will take her to reach her goal. This is to focus on “long term” planning instead of impulse buying.
John and I believe children should have responsibilities. Everyone in this house has household tasks, as everyone contributes to the success of this family. Even the boys are responsible for taking their plates to the sink and cleaning up their toys after play. Kameron has household responsibilities as well. We do not get paid for household responsibilities. While some children are rewarded for cleaning their rooms, it is Kameron's responsibility to put her things away and see her laundry makes it to her laundry basket, period.
Knowing this, Kameron has helped design a list of tasks that she would like to do in order to earn money for her bike. This includes washing walls, cleaning windows, bathing the dog, etc. Not to mention, Kameron has a growing house/dog sitting business and is the “owner” of the finest handmade card company, Letterpalooza. She has done it all without complaint.
We are VERY proud of Kameron. By the end of March she should have enough money to BUY her very own bicycle!! Check out her Blog tomorrow and learn about her shopping trip along with a picture!
We think Santa is pretty awesome too. To learn more about Kameron’s financial planning kit check out http://www.daveramsey.com/store/kids-teens/Kids-3-12/financial-peace-jr-for-kids-ages-3-12-/prod112.html
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*fines - If an adult makes a poor life choice, they are punished financially, be it through impulse buying, loss of a job, a ticket, etc. Kameron knows if she is dishonest, doesn’t follow directions or doesn’t complete tasks she is responsible for, she is fined.
This kit isn't so she can save for college or a car. That will come in its own time. Right now, Kameron is saving for a bike. A blue bike made for a girl, which has hand brakes. She was very specific. Just like her plan.
For every dollar Kameron earns, 10% goes to a charity of Kameron’s choice, at least 45% goes towards her bike and up to 45% goes to spending money that she is free to spend as she wishes. Most recently, Kameron used her spending money to purchase items for Haiti. Kameron has learned very quickly the money that she does not spend can be placed into savings, and allow her to reach her goal of a new bike faster. As a part of her financial planning kit, she must track the money she earns, money she is “fined"*, and how long it will take her to reach her goal. This is to focus on “long term” planning instead of impulse buying.
John and I believe children should have responsibilities. Everyone in this house has household tasks, as everyone contributes to the success of this family. Even the boys are responsible for taking their plates to the sink and cleaning up their toys after play. Kameron has household responsibilities as well. We do not get paid for household responsibilities. While some children are rewarded for cleaning their rooms, it is Kameron's responsibility to put her things away and see her laundry makes it to her laundry basket, period.
Knowing this, Kameron has helped design a list of tasks that she would like to do in order to earn money for her bike. This includes washing walls, cleaning windows, bathing the dog, etc. Not to mention, Kameron has a growing house/dog sitting business and is the “owner” of the finest handmade card company, Letterpalooza. She has done it all without complaint.
We are VERY proud of Kameron. By the end of March she should have enough money to BUY her very own bicycle!! Check out her Blog tomorrow and learn about her shopping trip along with a picture!
We think Santa is pretty awesome too. To learn more about Kameron’s financial planning kit check out http://www.daveramsey.com/store/kids-teens/Kids-3-12/financial-peace-jr-for-kids-ages-3-12-/prod112.html
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*fines - If an adult makes a poor life choice, they are punished financially, be it through impulse buying, loss of a job, a ticket, etc. Kameron knows if she is dishonest, doesn’t follow directions or doesn’t complete tasks she is responsible for, she is fined.
Semi Retirement?!?!?!
When the Lord closes a door, He opens a window...or in this case, a floodgate.
When we heard the news that PJ and Grant were getting a nanny, we were sad for our loss, but happy for the opportunities that are on the horizon for both families. Julie and the boys will be able to emjoy a less chaotic morning. As for us, we will be able to focus more on homeschooling and the new baby.
This Christmas was a very busy one for Berry Fancy, and apparently, the powers that be are oblivious to the fact that I am to be retired. First, I am switching web hosting companies. I have 7 days to build a new website and change my domain router. Secondly, I am getting ready for Valentine's Day. This is usually a very busy time for Berry Fancy and gets tricky because it falls during tax season.
No worries, right?! Angie can handle this. What's all this "floodgate" nonsense? Well, I just so happen to be part of an event at Jungle Jim’s February 12 & 13. This is a huge event that I have been talking about for months, but am just officially signing on to do. I am very excited, but very overwhelmed and slightly humbled to be a part of this massive event (check your door stores :)). I must say, I do have my work cut out for me, as it is sure to be a busy month of preparation and oodles of grunt work. I will post more information as it becomes available.
Oh, and if you are interested, John and I will be at the Cactus Pear Thursday evening to celebrate my so-called retirement.
When we heard the news that PJ and Grant were getting a nanny, we were sad for our loss, but happy for the opportunities that are on the horizon for both families. Julie and the boys will be able to emjoy a less chaotic morning. As for us, we will be able to focus more on homeschooling and the new baby.
This Christmas was a very busy one for Berry Fancy, and apparently, the powers that be are oblivious to the fact that I am to be retired. First, I am switching web hosting companies. I have 7 days to build a new website and change my domain router. Secondly, I am getting ready for Valentine's Day. This is usually a very busy time for Berry Fancy and gets tricky because it falls during tax season.
No worries, right?! Angie can handle this. What's all this "floodgate" nonsense? Well, I just so happen to be part of an event at Jungle Jim’s February 12 & 13. This is a huge event that I have been talking about for months, but am just officially signing on to do. I am very excited, but very overwhelmed and slightly humbled to be a part of this massive event (check your door stores :)). I must say, I do have my work cut out for me, as it is sure to be a busy month of preparation and oodles of grunt work. I will post more information as it becomes available.
Oh, and if you are interested, John and I will be at the Cactus Pear Thursday evening to celebrate my so-called retirement.
Friday
It's Cookie Time
Our Junior Girl Scout is selling COOKIES!
This is Kameron's rookie season in Scouts and selling cookies. She has set a personal goal of 175 boxes of cookies. We are hoping to help her meet her goal. She may be calling or emailing some of you, so be on the lookout! If you don't have a cookie connection or would like to add a cheeky ten year old to your list of cookie girls, we would be honored. I know we look forward to Girl Scout Cookies every year! Our Team favorites are Thin Mints and Caramel deLites!
All cookies are listed above. Please call or email us at team.horn at yahoo with the subject "Cookies". We will be delivering each box with a smile in mid-February. Money is due at that time, so no worries about paying in advance.
We are looking forward to seeing everyone mid-February, if not sooner!
Thursday
Snow Day 1.7
Smells of panic are echoing through the land. It must be snow! I must admit, when it snows, I become a smidge on the edge. Mostly because John works downtown and I know if he times it wrong, his commute will take 5 hours. Eli is mesmerized by the cold white stuff. It is refreshing to relive the magic. While most people are whining about being inconvenienced, I have the wonderful opportunity to watch wide eyed boys leave nose prints on the window. What a blessing!
Conversely, we are praying everyone has a safe commute and is able to find warmth. If our neighbors are milk-less and/or hungry, our door is open :)
Conversely, we are praying everyone has a safe commute and is able to find warmth. If our neighbors are milk-less and/or hungry, our door is open :)
Monday
Our Little Cabbage
After 24 long weeks, we have our first photo. Our "Little Cabbage", as we have lovingly dubbed #4, is healthy, active and as you can see in the photo...happy. We are overjoyed! Weighing in at 1lb 5oz, we are told Cabbage has "decent" sized feet and a heart rate of 164 BPM. The Horn girls believe that Cabbage is a girl, while the Horn boys are saying this baby will be the final piece to the trifecta.
We have had names picked out for some time:
Girl: Mary Helen
Boy: Jonah Emmanuel
In revealing our name selection, we know some would love to share their opinion. If you love our names, please feel free to share your sentiments. However, if you do not, please keep your thoughts to yourself. If you feel very strongly about the situation, buy a fish and name it in rebellion.
Please participate in our Baby Poll!
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