Had dinner last night with some dear friends who volunteered to help me fold, seal, stamp and address the invitations for the September and October shows. Over the years, they have always come forward to help and I’m deeply grateful.

Now there’s a tiny bit of peace and quiet… but not too much… and then we go through our check list over and over again just to make sure nothing is missing… like extension cords for the lights that help decorate the show place.

After the first show, we will update the Santa Dolls by Ione web site and begin our marketing for Christmas. The post office has kept their price the same as last year, so at least I don’t have to ask for additional postage this year.