A Fun Day with Today’s Moms!

April 27, 2009

Welcome back!

I blogged last week about the VIP Book Bash and Diaper Drive hosted by the Today Show’s Today’s Moms.  We went and it was so much fun!

It was great to get to meet some fellow mommy bloggers and twitter friends in person and of course, Today’s Moms Mary Ann Zoellner and Alicia Ybarbo.  Together with Pampers, Today’s Moms announced a campaign to raise enough diapers (by Mother’s Day) to supply Baby Buggy for an entire year. Every mom paid the price of admission, a pack of diapers to help Today’s Moms reach their goal!

It was a fabulous morning of networking, sharing, and getting to meet these two fabulous and inspiring ladies!  As the morning went on, we got to meet Natalie Morales of NBC, who I remember from her days on local TV here in CT.  My Aunt and I really enjoyed chatting with her and of course getting our picture taken with her.

We had lots of great goodies and giveaways and the biggest surprise of the morning – a visit from Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York! She is one classy lady and so heartfelt, warm, and caring.  It was such a treat and I have to say, my grandmother – rest her soul - would have been so proud to see my Aunt and I with the Duchess.

In all, it was such a wonderful experience and I am so honored and thrilled to have been able to participate!

Walk for Hope/Run for Life to Benefit the Norma F. Pfriem Breast Care Center

September 5, 2008

For Immediate Release    

The Gratitude Collection© Participates In Fundraiser
For The Norma  F. Pfriem Breast Care Center

OXFORD, CT – SEPTEMBER 4, 2008 – The Gratitude Collection is supporting the Walk for Hope/Run for Life 5K Road Race this weekend, which benefits The Norma F. Pfriem Breast Care Center at Bridgeport Hospital.

The event will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at Samuel Staples Elementary School, 515 Morehouse Rd. in Easton, CT.

The Gratitude Collection will have their inspirational jewelry and apparel on display and for sale at a free health fair, which will be held at the event. A portion of their sales will be donated to The Norma F. Pfriem Breast Care Center.

“We are so pleased that The Gratitude Collection is part of our 5K Walk for Hope, Run for Life.  A good attitude is essential in life; particularly those who face challenges and health issues,” said Joanne Sezon. 

“Our event is going to be celebrating life and health.  It will be fun for all who attend.  We are grateful of Gratitude supporting the Norma F. Pfriem Breast Care Center.  It will be the perfect compliment to our event!  We hope many will come out to support the center, enjoy the beautiful outdoors, and visit the Gratitude booth.” Sezon noted.

Founded in 2007, The Gratitude Collection (http://www.thegratitudecircle.net)  is a line of jewelry and apparel that reflects the benefits of positive thinking and the acts of gratitude and thankfulness.

 “Gratitude is proud to be supporting the Norma F. Pfriem Breast Care Center,” said Deanna Collins, founder of The Gratitude Collection.

“The Center has been serving women here in Connecticut since 1999 with care, warmth, and comfort.  Supporting such organizations is really at the core of our business and we are honored to be part of this event.”  Collins noted.

In addition to the 5K Walk / Run, many activities will be taking place during the day, including:
• A Free Health Fair  
• A Kid’s Fun Run
• An Awards Ceremony
• Free Refreshments
• Giveaways and Prizes
 
Onsite registration for the Walk for Hope/Run for Life 5K Road Race will take place on Saturday, Sept. 6, at Samuel Staples Elementary School, 515 Morehouse Rd. in Easton. For more information, visit http://www.bridgeporthospital.com/PrintFriendly.asp?type=4&pg=5&EID=5992.

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Contact: Deanna Collins
Email: deanna@gratitudecollections.net
Phone: 203-888-0314

Gratitude Booked on WTNH Channel 8!

April 22, 2008

Today is a great day!

I woke up in a great mood today, full of energy. I thought it felt really great and wondered how to make that happen everyday–when some mornings I’m so tired. Can I bottle it? :-)

I sent an inspirational text message to my buddies and then called Judy on my way to the gym to tell her that it was going to be a great day. I wanted to spread this amazing sunshine that I was feeling today.

I was so thrilled to get a call when I got into the office from our contact at Channel 8 where we appeared last May when we debuted our business. She wanted us to come in for a spot on Sunday morning, of course we were thrilled! (Talk about a great day!)

If you are in the local area, we will be on Channel 8 on Sunday morning at 7:23 am. If not, we’ll post the link when it’s up and you can watch the streaming video right from their site.

We were so excited and wanted to share it with our readers. We hope you get to watch!

Enjoy the evening,

Deanna

P.S. I thought you might enjoy a photo of Judy and I from last May behind our display from which we were interviewed by the charismatic Matt Scott.