We Made It!

Last week was a pretty intense week with my big fall event for work on Thursday and Joey's first week of a new quarter.  We both worked A LOT of hours, and I am thankful that life is not that demanding all the time. 

It was a team effort at the Hance House last week.  Even Harley was trying to help (or she was just being ornery).  She kept laying on my black fabric that I was twisting with purple ribbon and lights to go around the Big Board.

Poor Joey, I think I only cooked once... We had take out, skillet meals, pizza, and he made breakfast one night.  It was yummy!  Our moms both came in town on Thursday for support and to attend the event.  I was so thankful to have them there.  I don't think I will ever be too old to feel comforted by my mom.  Megan even made the trip from Coppell.  I was very appreciative for the love and support.

The event was a raving success!  We had a sold out crowd and raised more than double what we raised at this event last year.  Everyone had a blast, and I had fantastic volunteer leaders that I could not be more thankful for. 

I am also quite thankful it is over!  After dreaming, planning, and working on this event for months, it was very rewarding to see it all come together.  It was a ton of work though.  I had a restful weekend and have scheduled a massage for next week.  Momma Hance won an auction package that included a 60 minute massage, and since it was in Waco, she gave it to me.  I am very much looking forward to it!!!  It's been years since I have had one, and my muscles are still aching from being tense and from all of the labor that goes into setting up and breaking down an event.  Thanks for the thoughts and prayers last week!  We are now post Signature Chefs Auction 2011 and it feels good.