Don’t wait for a Holiday to show your Love
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very nice lady asked me today how my Valentine’s Day was. You know, the day which is supposed to be the highlight of every romantic relationship. Mine was spent knee-deep in orders, fragrant boxes of berries and chocolates everywhere with the phone ringing off the hook. I was able to give my tired husband, Clay, a quick kiss as I headed out the door in the cool darkness. In the midst of my busiest day of the year, it came to me that every minute of every day is a gift, and with it comes the ability to show love to another human being. In fact, some of the best moments in life happen when you send a sweet gift because it’s simply Wednesday. And your husband has a job to go to. And your kids are healthy. And there is a roof over your head. I had to thank God for placing me here to make a difference in the balancing act of mom, business owner and wife. As I looked around, I could see that every package was sent with love and urgency and needed special care, just like the givers and receivers of all the packages. So, the lesson I would love to share with all readers is this: Don’t wait for a holiday; this is it, folks. Look around, and bless those in your life today with whatever you have. And if you can’t think of anything, there is always fresh berries and chocolate made with love. Thanks! - Shari Fitzpatrick
Shari and her husband Clay will celebrate their 25 year wedding Anniversary April 11th. Learn more about their 35 year love story in Shari’s Inspirational Book “Berried In Chocolate”
from Shari with Love
www.BerriedInChocolate.com
BIG CHEFS, BIG GALA
Saturday, April 8, 2017 5:00-9:00 PM at the Grand Sierra Resort. Enjoy an evening of fine wine and an exclusive menu prepared by 30 of our area’s most talented chefs, led by Thierry Bregeon, Asst. Exec Chef, Grand Sierra Resort Christian Christensen, SÜP Josh and Whitney Deri, Blend Catering Sergio Romero, The Twisted Fork
All proceeds benefit
Individual Tickets $150 • Tables of Ten $1500 WWW
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