It's true. I am behaving like a woman possessed. Probably because I am a woman possessed.
I have already wrapped up not one, but two of Annabel's famous bacon and egg pie, and put them in the fridge. (Yes Mum, they were completely cool before they went into the fridge.)
Why the baking frenzy?
Because I do not know what possessed me to think that it was a good idea to offer Milly an 'eleven and a third' birthday party. It seemed like a brilliant idea at the time. Her birthday falls on the 5th July, which is always in the school holidays. No-one is available for a birthday party. So, Guy Fawkes, 4 months exactly later (hence the '11 and a third'), seemed like a good alternative. I also thought she might forget about it. I thought wrong. I also had no idea back then, that I would be fully immersed in moving Small Acorns at the same time. Wrong again. So, yes, we've invited 8 of her friends, and, to make it more fun for Brunnell and I, we've invited their families too. I think the tally is about 35 so far. For a barbeque. And the capital of cool is promising to be just that - cool....and rainy.
I told you - a woman possessed.
On the less frenetic side of life, the computer crash was total and deadly, with nothing salvageable or recoverable at all. I've been trying to come to grips with a new point of sale programme, trying to reload inventory, trying to pack, trying hard to delegate, getting ready for a moving sale which starts on Monday, thinking of the new store a lot, and generally going nowhere fast.
Today our billboard went up on the front of our new store, proclaiming to the world where our new location is going to be. I was so excited when I saw it. This was the result of our photoshoot efforts, and our overstuffed suitcases look amazing (if I do say so myself)!
So now I may take Mise's advice, and retreat back to the bathroom to yell instructions through the door.
And cook a few sausages on the barbie...
Amanda xx
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Oh the store looks like it is in a fabulous location, is that across from the New World?? It's been soo long, too long since I was in Wellington, I desperately need a trip home.. Maybe in the new year??
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Oh you poor possum. So much on your plate (hopefully some brownies by now!). Keeping fingers, toes and everything else crossed that all the things you have going on in your life work out brilliantly. I'm sure they will. And your store looks fabulous. I'm flirting with the idea of a few days in NZ in January. I'll be sure to come and see your store if I do :)
ReplyDeleteI love your sign, and I wish you the best for all you need to do. It will come and go, and then you can have fun w/the new store.
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You poor thing! You sound so busy and the computer crash must have been so devastating. I hope things start looking up for you now. The billboard looks fantastic, I can't wait to see it in person and finally see your gorgeous store :) I can imagine how flat out everything must be for you, I'm sure it will all be wonderful and so worth it when it's all ready to go.
ReplyDeleteThe brownies look incredible. I haven't tried the recipe Ann posted so I'll have to give it a go. We have another of Nigella's books that has a brownie recipe with almond meal instead of flour - it's really yummy, but quite gooey - you have to spoon it out in the middle. Sort of a brownie pudding. Delish.
Hope Milly has a fab 11 and a third :)
All the best!
The new location looks great, Amanda - a corner, perfect for meeting on, and ample bike-parking. Biking women (the sort of woman who is on a old-fashioned bike with a basket) always buy a basketful of pretty household things and order more soft furnishings to be couriered home after them.
ReplyDeleteAnd happy 11.33333 to Milly, but yes, I can see that it's a bit hectic. My goodness! If I'd taken all that on I'd be quietly on my way to the airport by now. Good luck! You'll do everything, I know, and fabulously.
Your store location looks great - love the sign. I AM coming down to visit! So glad the brownie recipe is giving you joy - I always find that when I have asked too many people for dinner as long as you give them some chocolate to finish they are very happy! A x
ReplyDeleteWow! That is a very impressive workload you have there - I hope you have a nice relaxing xmas planned - figure you might need it after all this! Good luck and I love the signage - makes me want to visit!
ReplyDeleteI love your sign - it looks so impressive!! Good luck for your busy, busy days.xx
ReplyDeleteOooh, trying to work out the new address... So exciting but wish I could make it to your moving sale!
ReplyDeleteYou are so going to need a break after all this business!
Oh dear....i know you can do it.
ReplyDeleteOoooh la la your store is going to be amazing. xoxoxo Friday hugs.
Oh gosh Amanda,
ReplyDeleteI was exhausted and out of breath just reading about it all !!!!
Your shop looks wonderful and in a great position, I think........ and the overstuffed suitcase billboard looks brilliant. It would certainly make me want to look in your shop.
Wishing Milly a wonderful time on her 11 and a third birthday, and you have fun too Amanda. I reckon you deserve it !! XXXX
I love your billboard. It all sounds very exciting and busy. I hope your chocolate brownies made the world seem a whole lot better. As brownies always do!
ReplyDeleteOh, it looks great! And your little girl has a great mum. All the best for the coming opening!
ReplyDeleteMaureen x