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Sunday, July 26, 2009
FINALLY! the Raffle Winners!
So sorry for the delay. We just kept getting donations and as all the money goes to help dogs and cats in need, how could we say no? At the end of the day, we raised more than $800!! How cool is that? As promised, non-HT/non-me affiliated folks picked the winning raffle numbers. Most wonderfully of all, Sweet Boy "Velvet Ears" Theo's new mom picked the grand prize number when Theo was picked up from my place to go to his Forever Home.
Yes, SBVET is now a citizen of Capitol Hill, DC. He took his new friend "Peeg," a pink squeaky toy he found on a walk and loves to bits, with him. When he left, I managed not to cry. A friend texted, 'Is Bella sad?' To which I replied, 'Yes, because he took Peeg!" :)
A huge thank you to all who donated, all who bought raffles and all who cheered on Sweet Boy as he went through the trials of medical testing and of living with me and Bella. :)
As the three (four, if you include Peeg) walked out my door, Theo's new dad assured me Theo would be well cared for. I replied, "I have no doubt." We love you Sweet Boy and wish you and your wonderful parents a great life. (And hope you'll keep Sweet Boy's many fans updated here on his blog!
All winners--please email me at writer_safier@yahoo.com to identify yourself so I can facilitate collection of your prize. We did not write names on raffle tickets, but if we don't hear from a winner, we can go back and look through emails and match numbers to buyers for those of you did it by email.
Yes, SBVET is now a citizen of Capitol Hill, DC. He took his new friend "Peeg," a pink squeaky toy he found on a walk and loves to bits, with him. When he left, I managed not to cry. A friend texted, 'Is Bella sad?' To which I replied, 'Yes, because he took Peeg!" :)
A huge thank you to all who donated, all who bought raffles and all who cheered on Sweet Boy as he went through the trials of medical testing and of living with me and Bella. :)
As the three (four, if you include Peeg) walked out my door, Theo's new dad assured me Theo would be well cared for. I replied, "I have no doubt." We love you Sweet Boy and wish you and your wonderful parents a great life. (And hope you'll keep Sweet Boy's many fans updated here on his blog!
All winners--please email me at writer_safier@yahoo.com to identify yourself so I can facilitate collection of your prize. We did not write names on raffle tickets, but if we don't hear from a winner, we can go back and look through emails and match numbers to buyers for those of you did it by email.
Drumroll please!
GRAND PRIZE: Two opening night tickets to the Washington Ballet's 2009-10 season performance of The Nutcracker.
Many, many thanks to Washington Ballet director Septime Webre for donating these. We are so appreciative.
WINNER: TICKET # 717068
WINNER: TICKET # 717068
REIKI! Certified Reiki Master and Teacher Amanda Johnston has kindly donated a Reiki session! ($75 value). For more on Reiki and Amanda, visit http://www.pathtoreiki.com/. This session will take place at Woodley Park Yoga, across the street from the Woodley Park-Zoo metro in Washington, DC.
WINNER: TICKET # 717082
WINNER: TICKET # 717082
YOGA! A pass for 5 Ashtanga yoga classes at the amazing Woodley Park Yoga (a $75 dollar value).
According to Ashtanga.com, Ashtanga yoga is a system of yoga transmitted to the modern world by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. This method of yoga involves synchronizing the breath with a progressive series of postures—a process producing intense internal heat and a profuse, purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs. The result is improved circulation, a light and strong body, and a calm mind.
The Jois family of Mysore, India, asked practitioner Faith Scimecca to open the Ashtanga branch in Washington DC and Faith is supporting HT with her wonderful donation.
WINNER: TICKET # 717034
SWIMMING! One hourTotal Immersion (TI) swim lesson ($80 value) by Holistic Aquatics, LLC founder and head coach Ed Redfern, Jr. Lesson will take place Vida Verizon Center. For more information about TI, visit http://www.holisticaquatics.com/.”
WINNER: TICKET # 717168
WINNER: TICKET # 717168
HOMEMADE CANDY! Almond bark (if I am getting this correct) from an amazing baker!
WINNER: TICKET # 717115
WINNER: TICKET # 717115
LIP BALM!! Natural lip balms, hand made in small batches, using completely natural and organic ingredients...because what goes ON your body gets INTO your body. http://www.madeyoulookcosmetics.com/
WINNER: TICKET # 717128
WINNER: TICKET # 717128
AUTOGRAPHED COOKBOOKS!
WINNER: TICKET # 717122
WINNER: TICKET # 717122
QUILTED PURSE AND CHILD'S NECKLACE!
WINNER: TICKET # 717065
WINNER: TICKET # 717065
HANDMADE NECKLACE!
WINNER: TICKET # 717060
WINNER: TICKET # 717060
HANDMADE EARRINGS!
WINNER: TICKET # 717047
WINNER: TICKET # 717047
a few more prizes--and the missing details of some listed here --will be online in this space by July 29. My apologies for the delay!
I cannot get the spacing to work tonight. Argh! It's 11 pm and I am just going to have to keep trying tomorrow. For now, just know that the winning ticket number is BELOW the prize description.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Sweet Boy's Wish Came True!
So sorry for the delay. We just kept getting donations and as all the money goes to help dogs and cats in need, how could we say no? At the end of the day, we raised more than $800!! How cool is that? Last night, as promised, non-HT/non-me affiliated folks picked the winning raffle numbers as a bunch of dogs and people sat around drinking white wine and enjoying chocolate.
Most wonderfully of all, Sweet Boy "Velvet Ears" Theo's new mom picked the grand prize number when Theo was picked up from my place to go to his Forever Home.
Yes, SBVET is now a citizen of Capitol Hill, DC. He took his new friend "Peeg," a pink squeaky toy pig he found on a walk and loves to bits, with him. When he left, I managed not to cry. A friend texted, 'Is Bella sad?' To which I replied, 'Yes, because he took Peeg!"
Seriously, we are both sad--though so happy for T-Bone and Peeg.
As the three (four, if you include Peeg) headed out my door and into the night, Theo's new dad assured me Theo would be well cared for. I replied, "I have no doubt."
We love you Sweet Boy and wish you and your wonderful parents a great life. (And hope you'll keep Sweet Boy's many fans updated here on his blog!)
WINNING NUMBERS TO BE POSTED TOMORROW!! KEEP AN EYE OUT!!
A huge thank you to all who donated, all who bought raffles and all who cheered on Sweet Boy as he went through the trials of medical testing and of living with me and Bella. :)
And for those looking for a new adventure to follow...check out winstonwantsahome.blogspot.com. Bella and I have lucked into another fantastic foster!
Most wonderfully of all, Sweet Boy "Velvet Ears" Theo's new mom picked the grand prize number when Theo was picked up from my place to go to his Forever Home.
Yes, SBVET is now a citizen of Capitol Hill, DC. He took his new friend "Peeg," a pink squeaky toy pig he found on a walk and loves to bits, with him. When he left, I managed not to cry. A friend texted, 'Is Bella sad?' To which I replied, 'Yes, because he took Peeg!"
Seriously, we are both sad--though so happy for T-Bone and Peeg.
As the three (four, if you include Peeg) headed out my door and into the night, Theo's new dad assured me Theo would be well cared for. I replied, "I have no doubt."
We love you Sweet Boy and wish you and your wonderful parents a great life. (And hope you'll keep Sweet Boy's many fans updated here on his blog!)
WINNING NUMBERS TO BE POSTED TOMORROW!! KEEP AN EYE OUT!!
A huge thank you to all who donated, all who bought raffles and all who cheered on Sweet Boy as he went through the trials of medical testing and of living with me and Bella. :)
And for those looking for a new adventure to follow...check out winstonwantsahome.blogspot.com. Bella and I have lucked into another fantastic foster!
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Theo Goes To His New Home!
Our wonderful Theo was adopted yesterday and went to live with his new "mom" and "pop", Sarah and Chad. We are so happy for Theo!
Many thanks to Rachel and Bella who taught Theo about life in a home and helped Theo become the happy, outgoing and well mannered dog he is today. Many thanks for all of Theo's friends who generously contributed to help pay for his vet bills while he was with Rachel and Bella.
Theo is so fortunate to have been rescued from a shelter, found a great foster home with Rachel and Bella, had so many friends willing to make sure he got the medical care he needed and to have found such a great forever home where he will be loved and cared for forever! Of course, it doesn't hurt to be so unbelievably sweet and adorable. YAY THEO!
Sunday, July 5, 2009
THEO RAFFLE!!
The winners will be picked and announced in the coming week...
Watch this space for more news!!
In case you can't read the caption, it says: "The bidding will begin at eleven million dollars."
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Raffle for Theo Still On but Not for Long
We are still selli
ng raffle tickets - Grand prize is 2 opening night tickets to the Washington Ballet's Nutcracker Dec 10 at the Warner Theater in DC. Other items listed below. Tickets are $5 - buy one, buy 10!
Why is the ChipIn widget at $0? Thanks to your help, we have raised over $600 which covers the cost of Theo's cardiology vet appointment thru Firstgiving.com. You don't see these funds on the widget any more becuase we've changed from a Firstgiving widget to a ChipIn widget. Be the first to buy your raffle on our new widget! We know that Theo's raised over $600 but it that $0 is so depressing to see! A big wet dog kiss to all of you who have contributed already!
Now that Theo's vet bill is covered, Theo is helping other dogs:
Bryan - this sweet runt seemed to have trouble walking with very bowed back legs so he needed to see an ortopedist for an evaluation. Thankfully, no defects were found and now that he's in a new home, eating well and getting lots of exercise, he is thriving. See Brian in his new home: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrCTxSXJMbw
But Homeward Trails still has his vet bill to pay.
Elaine - this lovely dog has heartworm and we need funds to cover the cost of her heartworm treatment.
Besides the Washington Ballet tixs, here are the other great prizes you could win:
*Certified Reiki Master and Teacher Amanda Johnston has kindly donated a free Reiki session! ($75 value). For more on Reiki and Amanda, visit http://www.pathtoreiki.com/. This session can be arranged at the winner's and Amanda's convenience and will take place at Woodley Park Yoga, across the street from the Woodley Park-Zoo metro in Washington, DC.
*Homemade candy (from a super talented caterer friend)*A private yoga lesson (from an awesome teacher who loves Theo--she can't adopt him bse she already has two beautiful pups)
*A collection of cookbooks signed by the authors (from a woman who has never even met Sweet Boy Theo, but reads his blog and knows how great he is. And no, it's not my mom)
*Homemade lipbalms and fair-trade African soap (a very, very talented makeup artist friend)
*A pass for 5 free yoga classes at the amazing Woodley Park Yoga (a $75 dollar value)
*A cool quilted purse with a sweet butterfly necklace
Please remember to email Rachel writer_safier@yahoo.com or send her a comment here to let them know how many tickets you bought so they can give you the raffle tickets or email you the raffle ticket numbers.
ng raffle tickets - Grand prize is 2 opening night tickets to the Washington Ballet's Nutcracker Dec 10 at the Warner Theater in DC. Other items listed below. Tickets are $5 - buy one, buy 10!
Why is the ChipIn widget at $0? Thanks to your help, we have raised over $600 which covers the cost of Theo's cardiology vet appointment thru Firstgiving.com. You don't see these funds on the widget any more becuase we've changed from a Firstgiving widget to a ChipIn widget. Be the first to buy your raffle on our new widget! We know that Theo's raised over $600 but it that $0 is so depressing to see! A big wet dog kiss to all of you who have contributed already!
Now that Theo's vet bill is covered, Theo is helping other dogs:
Bryan - this sweet runt seemed to have trouble walking with very bowed back legs so he needed to see an ortopedist for an evaluation. Thankfully, no defects were found and now that he's in a new home, eating well and getting lots of exercise, he is thriving. See Brian in his new home: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrCTxSXJMbw
But Homeward Trails still has his vet bill to pay.
Elaine - this lovely dog has heartworm and we need funds to cover the cost of her heartworm treatment.
Besides the Washington Ballet tixs, here are the other great prizes you could win:
*Certified Reiki Master and Teacher Amanda Johnston has kindly donated a free Reiki session! ($75 value). For more on Reiki and Amanda, visit http://www.pathtoreiki.com/. This session can be arranged at the winner's and Amanda's convenience and will take place at Woodley Park Yoga, across the street from the Woodley Park-Zoo metro in Washington, DC.
*Homemade candy (from a super talented caterer friend)*A private yoga lesson (from an awesome teacher who loves Theo--she can't adopt him bse she already has two beautiful pups)
*A collection of cookbooks signed by the authors (from a woman who has never even met Sweet Boy Theo, but reads his blog and knows how great he is. And no, it's not my mom)
*Homemade lipbalms and fair-trade African soap (a very, very talented makeup artist friend)
*A pass for 5 free yoga classes at the amazing Woodley Park Yoga (a $75 dollar value)
*A cool quilted purse with a sweet butterfly necklace
Please remember to email Rachel writer_safier@yahoo.com or send her a comment here to let them know how many tickets you bought so they can give you the raffle tickets or email you the raffle ticket numbers.
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