Allow me to tell you a story. Recently a gal was going to meet with a potential new client. Let’s call her Babette. On the day of the meeting, she had scored two-fold. In addition to the possibility of new business, a friend, who had really needed some help a few months before, repaid Babette’s “loan” of $1K. Earlier in the day the friend had handed over a folded ivory card … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Tale: Doing The Right Thing
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Change Of Plans: MySweetWishList Didn’t Go As Planned
Alas, even the best efforts don't quite go according to smartypants types' strategy. The MySweetWish series was more popular than originally thought. The plan was to have it run up to Christmas. But more wishes kept coming in, and who can say, "No way!"? So, the series will continue next week in the the hopes of finding a post-Christmas Santa. The good news is that such … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans: MySweetWishList Didn’t Go As Planned
Here Comes Santa…For Real!
There are actually some folks who question whether there really is a Santa Claus. While it's not a new question and there have been romantic explanations of the jolly fellow's existence, here is proof of his being on the job this very moment. And please note that he does not text while he's reining his reindeer. And, yes, Rudolph is still in the lead. So, take that all … [Read more...] about Here Comes Santa…For Real!
MySweetWishList: Junior League of Dallas Ball
According to Junior League of Dallas (JLD) 2016 Ball Chair Ashley Allen and Honorary Chair Debbie Oates, “The JLD’s wish this holiday season is for the community to make plans to join us for the 54th annual Junior League of Dallas Ball, themed ‘To Dallas With Love,’ on Saturday, February 20, 2016. “Inspired by James Bond, this year’s theme will embrace the hard work … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Junior League of Dallas Ball
A Passing: Dr. Alfred “Al” Goodman Gilman
At this time of year when smiles, laughter and counting blessings are synonymous with the cheer of the season, the loss of a family member, a friend, a mentor is especially poignant. But when it is a person who has been acknowledged for their accomplishments and ethics, then even strangers mourn the loss. So it is with Wednesday’s death of Dr. Alfred “Al” Gilman. It … [Read more...] about A Passing: Dr. Alfred “Al” Goodman Gilman
MySweetWishList: Aware Dallas Raffle
According to Aware Auction Chair Kay Hammond, “I would like our wish to be that everyone join us in the fight against Alzheimer's, with this wonderful opportunity for parents and/or grandparents of driving-aged teens. We encourage you to buy raffle tickets for stocking stuffers. For the first time we have the prize of a 2016 V6 Ford Mustang Coupe made possible by Sam … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Aware Dallas Raffle
MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA
According to Dallas CASA Executive Director and President Kathleen LaValle, “For two-year-old Jacob, Christmas didn’t mean warm food, family visits or toys under a sparkling tree. Abandoned in a Dallas drug house by his mother, only 17 and working as a prostitute, Jacob wanted a stable home and a cozy bed for Christmas. The only gift he asked for was love and … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA
MySweetWishList: Carson Leslie Foundation
According to Carson Leslie Foundation Founder Annette Leslie, "Carson was considered terminal Christmas Eve and we left the hospital Christmas Day on hospice care. And our hearts draw us back to the cancer floor at Children’s Medical Center of Dallas every Christmas. "This year the Carson Leslie Foundation (CLF) is working closely with Children’s to fill specific … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Carson Leslie Foundation
MySweetWishList: Callier Center For Communications Disorders
According to Callier Center for Communication Disorders Executive Director Dr. Thomas Campbell, “I would like to share a story about Marie, who is one of our patients in the Communication Learning Program (CLP) at the Callier Center. CLP is a community-based program that provides speech and language therapy to adults who are faced with significant communication … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Callier Center For Communications Disorders
MySweetWishList: Friends Of Wednesday’s Child
According to Friends of Wednesday’s Child Fund Development Manager Nicholas Hardy, “This holiday season, Friends of Wednesday’s Child wishes for the North Texas community to rally around children in foster care, and help transform the lives of our community’s most vulnerable population through education. Education changes lives and improves our community, but unfortunately, … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Friends Of Wednesday’s Child
MySweetWishList: Connecting Point Of Park Cities’ “Emerald City Connects”
According to Connecting Point of Park Cities (CPPC) Board Member and “Emerald City Connects” Co-Chair Jan Osborn, “On Wednesday, April 13, 2015, we are thrilled to host ‘Emerald City Connects’ from 6-10 p.m. at the Belo Mansion to help raise critical funds for Connecting Point of Park Cities, an all-inclusive day program for adults with disabilities that offers a wide … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Connecting Point Of Park Cities’ “Emerald City Connects”
MySweetWishList: Dallas Afterschool
According to Dallas Afterschool Development and Events Coordinator Shannon D. Holloway, “This year, Dallas Afterschool’s holiday wish is to ensure that all Dallas children have access to safe, quality afterschool and summer programming. Working towards our mission to improve the quality of afterschool and summer programs in our community, we have transformed 16 programs into … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas Afterschool