Wow! It seems like it has been forever since I have posted a card.  Several of you have emailed to ask if I am OK…and I thank you so much for your concern.  Although I have had some nasty bouts with headaches, Muffy and I are on an adventure! 

Ever since she was a baby, Muffy loved the show ring. She sparkled in the ring, and the wins came quickly.

 

As Muffy grew older, it was time to start her health testing. It was then we received the news that Muffy is “at risk” for a disease which often afflicts Boxers, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM).  This disease is similar to ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) in humans.  In fact, both are caused by mutations of the same gene. Although DM does not manifest itself until old age, we had some very tough decisions to make as to Muffy’s show career.

Because she was so close to earning her Champion title, we decided to go ahead and finish Muffy.  In five weeks, she earned her two major wins.

And then she went home to chill out on the couch.  However, whenever I would load up the SUV to take Lexi to a show, Muffy would be right there.  Often she would zip out the door and run to the car, jumping in Lexi’s crate, refusing to get out. Muffy knows she has my heart, and I would do anything to make her happy. So…Muffy and I are on an adventure.  An adventure to build a life time of memories to last both of us.  I know there may come the day when she is no longer able to move her hind quarters, but until that day comes, I will spend my hours making her happy and engaging her in the things she loves the most. We have until late October to earn her Grand Champion title…and then she will have the opportunity to have a litter of puppies.  Because the future sire is DM clear, the puppies will not develop DM.

In five weekends, Muffy has earned 2 select ribbons, three Best of Breeds, and a Working Group 3 and a Working Group 1.  She has represented the Working Group in the Best in Show ring. 

She and I will be at a show every weekend in September, except for when I will fly out to Founder’s Circle.  That weekend, she will stay with her handler.  So, when the blog posts are missing, or the cards just aren’t there, you will know that Muffy and I are out building memories to last a lifetime…

 Until next time…

For one week only…from August 21st through August 28th…new demonstrators who purchase the Starter Kit for $99 will receive $150 worth of merchandise in their kit.  WOW!  

Let’s take a look at why YOU would want to do that:

• There is FREE shipping on the Starter Kit…so you save even more.
• You get to select the items that go into your kit…even items from the Holiday Catalog!
• You will receive 20% off your purchases AND an additional 10% (for a total of 30%) off your first $150 order (before taxes and shipping) if placed within 45 days after purchasing your kit. How fabulous is this with a new catalog coming out!

Why order your kit from me?

• You will be part of a larger Stampin’ Up! family, the Schach Pack Pals…part of the Stampin’ Pretty Pals.  We are positive and supportive!
• You will have access to a private blog, where you will receive the latest Stampin’ Up! news.
• You will have access to our private Facebook groups.  You can ask questions about products, gain inspiration from our gallery, and receive support from friendly, positive stampers.
• You will be able to attend virtual webinars.
• I offer personal assistance and guidance for career demonstrators, as well as technique training.  
• I will gladly provide references.
• To learn more about me, my family, my artistic honors, and my Stampin’ Up! honors, please read my resumé.

Ready to talk with me about joining?  Email me at ann@thestampinschach.com.  We can set up a time to chat.  Are you ready to sign up right now? Click Here. 

Until next time…