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Today, I’m going to do something a little different in light of Thanksgiving tomorrow.  There are some pretty awesome people in the wedding industry.  I just want to take a few minutes to thank you.  I know this list is not all-inclusive. Know that in my heart, I am grateful for all the good kind-hearted people in this  industry.

Thank You…

Kelly Simants – I could not have asked for a better business partner.  I am amazing by your smarts and your kindness.  You also make me laugh.

… Ladies of Get Hitched Give Hope – I get a little verklempt when I think of you gals and all of the amazing things that we have been able to do over the last 4 years.  Sure, we’ve raised ~$100k+ for a great cause.  We’ve managed to grant some amazing wishes to people who need a little light in their life.  But, for me the magic is in all of you.  You’re smart, creative, lovely people.  And, I’m glad to be a part of this.  A special shout-out to Barbie Hull… you are one amazing lady who always has positive fierce happy energy.

… to all of the wonderful people who have partnered with Sage Wedding Pros this year to carry our business building mission across this country: Saundra Hadley, Cherie Ronning, Blair de Laubenfels, Christy Weber, Harmony Walton, Jack Huynh, Holly Jakobs, Kate Parker, Wendy Robinson, Lara Casey, and Shannon Streater.  Thank you all for your brilliance and insight!  More important: thank you for believing in our message.

… to our clients: both one-to-one clients and The Simple Plan grads.  I know my job is to teach you, but I learn something from each one of you.  Thank you for the opportunity to partner with you in such a fun collaborative way.  I look at you and I get giddy about the future of our industry.

… to our Sage Branding Specialists. Wow – I am in awe of your talent!  Thank you for building business with us.  And, thank you for servicing our clients in a most outstanding way.

… to wedding pros in Seattle!  Seattle is an amazing place to have a small business.  I personally think it is the best place to launch a business in the US.  The community there is so supportive.  And, people love to buy from small business owners.  Thank you to the wedding community that is always up for a coffee chat or a Tuesday Toast!

… to Miami wedding pros!  I’m still getting to know you… but I’m loving what I’m seeing here!  You are good fun people with a lot of creativity.  I’m excited for more!

… to the people who have supported me in my own business.  Madrona, my life would not be the same without you.  Nikki, Kelli, Sapphire, and Lindsey: you ladies helped build a solid foundation.  Everyone should be so lucky to have employees like the five of you!

… to the kind soul… who, in 2004, I met at a party.  This total stranger told me that I needed to start a business.  It’s something I wanted to do for a long time.  But, he made me see that it was possible.

Who are you thankful for?

Happy Thanksgiving!!!