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Why Parties are a Big Deal for my Mom?

My Mother was a self-employed homemaker who made a living selling ceramic work art and other decorative items. One of her gifts is making parties. In fact, our trip to the US was funded by a big wedding job before relocating to the USA. I have accepted this as a way of life with gratitude because is part of who I am. In my culture birthdays are important and decorations is a form of art expression. I remember my Mother starting planning my 15th birthday when I was 9 years old. I hope you enjoy with us our birthday party!
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Why the Paris Theme?

Grandma McCulloch went on a trip to Paris and brought Anastasia an astonishing and fun replica of Eiffel Tower. This was so beautiful that my Mother and I thought it would be the perfect cake topper. Ideas continued to flow and I thought a service project a humane society would be awesome. Then, my Mom and I thought about the Pink Paris Poodle Theme.. Anastasia loves dogs.. Doggy was the first word she said! Love for Animals is an inheritance from Grandma McCullochs side of the family. Through reading of family history stories and cherished memories about animals in the family, I am aware of many generations that shared this sentiment. For example. Great Great Grandma Letitia, Great Grandma Edna, Grandma McCulloch, Aunt Caroline and now Anastasia.

Pretending to go for a Ride in Paris

Home becomes Paris!

Considering a Gift for the Birthday Girl

Some of you may be wondering what Anastasia's interest are? She loves Art  (She enjoys craft kids) Apple technology (She has been saving for an i-pod) She will be happy with a monetary contribution towards her goal. American Girl Dolls (she can use any 18 inch dolls accessories.. Michaels has then for 40% off, Target, Walmart). She enjoys making videos with her dolls. She loves animals (Only beta fish are an option right now) or an activity or experience that involve animals.. She is into Horses right now. She likes vintage things She is size 10 (Think Winter! In a few months we will be relocating to Rochester, NY) She likes ornaments  For more ideas call Mom 407-754-5493 She will be thankful for anything small or big..

Donation Ideas for Humane Society

For donation ideas visit  Humane Society Wish List . Another way to help Humane Society is by linking your amazon account to the charity.   Do You Shop on Amazon? Shop at AmazonSmile! Each time you shop on AmazonSmile, Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchase to the Humane Society of Sarasota County! AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know. Same products, prices and service. To get started, visit  smile.amazon.com/ch/59-6014943   Do you want to consider volunteering on a regular basis? If so, visit  JustServe

Service is our Great Motivator

As a family we have embarked in a new journey that we cannot stop. We enjoy making a difference in our community. Our faith has provided many opportunity for service and it becomes so ever real when our children start planning their own outreach service opportunities. Just recently, the children created kits for homeless, and created an opportunity for both of their classrooms to join together in a good cause "Making Get Well Cards for Pediatric Patients" The kids were so excited when dropping off their cards because the unimaginable happened! They were invited to come in for a tour and given a snack Wow!. The idea came to me that a volunteer opportunity would be the best way to celebrate our daughters Birthday, so we invite you to her PARTY WITH A PURPOSE at Humane Society of Sarasota. Our goal is to collect donations to help the shelter.