Here’s the low down real quick

1.  staples come out tuesday

2.  had a cold last week so was cruddy and didn’t post or really do anything

3.  Doing last minute stuff for benefit on Saturday (Sept. 6) so will probably not post again this week unless new news from any drs.  As of right now no new news…looks to be healing ok…chemo start again towards end of September.

4.  Update on Benefit

St. Louis Cardinals Raffle

«    Four Field Box Tickets

«    On-Field Visit During Batting Practice

«    Photograph of Group on the Field

«    2009 Regular Season (M-F) Date to be mutually agreed upon (excluding opening day and Cub dates)

«$400.00 minimum value*

Tickets are $10.00 ea.

(minimum of 30 tickets must be sold for drawing to be held)**

Courtesy of

The St. Louis Cardinals

(made possible through Jeff Radcliffe and Molly Radcliffe)

* Online bids via the Cardinals website for this package begin at $200.00 for the 2 ticket package

* *If 30 tickets are not sold, money will be returned to those who purchased tickets 

Also some items in the silent auction

Item 1

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens…these are a few of my favorite things, or rather Johnna’s favorite things.  Items are all related to road tripping and dessert and a movie!  Money for the items in the basket was donated by ISPFCU.  Additionally, several items in basket were donated by Kara Hood’s Small Group.

Value:  $50.00

Item 2

Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens…Johnna’s favorite things continue with a relaxing evening in. Money for the items in the basket was donated by ISPFCU.  Additionally, several items in basket were donated by Kara Hood’s Small Group.

Value:  $50.00

Item 3

A basket of hand crafted items from some very talented ladies!  Donated and created by employees and former employees of The Purple Puppy Nursery School, Inc. (Auburn, IL)

Value:  unknown

Item 4

Share the gift of creativity with friends and family with these 30 hand-crafted, all-occasion cards.  Donated and created by Kara Hood, P-3 Writing and Design.

Value:  $40.00

Item 5

  Go Green!  Let this thermostat, donated by Burgess and Sons (Girard, IL), help you improve your energy efficiency.   

Value:  $47.00

Item 6

Enjoy an evening of laughs with friends when you attend Donny B’s Funny Bone Comedy Club with this certificate good for any Friday night showing for up to 4 people.

Value:  $105.00

Item 7

Share the gift of creativity with friends and family with these 50 hand-crafted, all-occasion cards beautifully stored in a wooden purse.  Donated and created by Kara Hood, P-3 Writing and Design.

Value: $75.00

Item 8

Share the gift of creativity with friends and family with these 30 hand-crafted, all-occasion cards.  Donated and created by Kara Hood, P-3 Writing and Design.

Value:  $40.00

Item 9

Enjoy a relaxing evening in with this elegant basket featuring exquisite wines and beautiful glasses donated by Paulette Miller.

Value:  unknown

Item 10

Decorate in style with this hand painted “Hope” watercolor painting.  Matted and framed in beautiful complementary colors, this 16 x 20 painting was created and donated by Kara Hood.

Value:  $30.00

Item 11

Enjoy the “Hope”-full beauty of this hand-stamped collage in greens and purples.  Matted and framed, this 11 x 14 collage was created and donated by Kara Hood, P-3 Writing and Design.

Value:  $35.00

Item 12

Indulge your inner chef with this magnificent assortment of the popular Pampered Chef, Ltd. line.  Donated by Pampered Chef, Ltd. Consultant Sarah Miller, this basket is sure to delight amateur cooks and kitchen connoisseurs alike.

Value: $125.00

Item 13

Evenly bake cookies, breads, and pastries with this medium round stone from the popular Pampered Chef, Ltd. line.  Donated by Pampered Chef, Ltd. Consultant Sarah Miller.

Value: $19.00

Item 14

Add this beautiful National Wild Turkey Federation lock-blade pocket knife to your collection today.  Stainless steel blade is 3” long.  Handle and matching belt case in dark gray camouflage.  NWTF logo on knife and case.  Donated by the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Value: $25.00

Item 15

Add this beautiful National Wild Turkey Federation sheath knife to your collection today.  Stainless steel blade is 4.5” long.  Custom-fitted leather sheath .  NWTF logo on knife and sheath.  Donated by the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Value:  $40.00

Item 16

Add this beautiful National Wild Turkey Federation sheath knife to your collection today.  Stainless steel blade is 5” long.  Custom-fitted leather sheath .  NWTF logo on knife and sheath.  Donated by the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Value: $50.00

Item 17

Celebrate with friends and family, unwind with coworkers after a long work day, or treat your clients to a “happy hour” meeting with this certificate for an appetizer party from Lonestar Steakhouse.  Certificate is good for 12-50 people.  1 free appetizer for every 3 persons

Value:  $40.00 to $170.00

Item 18–COMPLETE DETAILS TO FOLLOW

Serve your friends and family in style with this exquisite china set.  Table setting for ____ people and serving items including ________.  Donated by Sharah Garrett.

Value:  Unknown

Item 19–COMPLETE DETAILS TO FOLLOW–condo we have but # of days etc is not set yet…when I know all details I’ll post.

Enjoy 4 days and 3 nights at the beautiful Lake of the Osarks.  Stay at the beautiful _____ condo, a brand new, 1800 sq. ft., 2-story condo on the _________.  Donated by

Value:  $900.00

Item 20

Protect your tabletops in style with this 6 piece coaster and trivet set.  This hand made set (4 coasters and 2 trivets) features a music motif in beautiful earth tones.  Donated and created by Kara Hood, P-3 Writing and Design.

Value:  $45.00

Item 21

Protect your tabletops in style with this 6 piece coaster and trivet set.  This hand made set (4 coasters and 2 trivets) features a gorgeous cherry blossom motif in reds, blacks and whites.  Donated and created by Kara Hood, P-3 Writing and Design.

Value:  $45.00

Item 22

Indulge yourself (or start early on Christmas) with a full body massage from KM Hairworks and Spa—An Experience Above All Others.

Value:  $60.00

Pamper yourself (or a friend) with a pedicure from KM Hairworks and Spa—An Experience Above All Others.

Value:  $30.00

Item 24

Whether you want a completely new look or want to maintain your current hairstyle, KM Hairworks and Spa offers “An Experience Above All Others” with this haircut certificate. 

Value:  $35.00

Item 25

Whether you want a completely new look or want to maintain your current hairstyle, KM Hairworks and Spa offers “An Experience Above All Others” with this haircut certificate.

Value:  $35.00

Item 26

Whether you want a completely new look or want to maintain your current hairstyle, KM Hairworks and Spa offers “An Experience Above All Others” with this haircut certificate.

Value:  $35.00

Item 27

Whether you want a completely new look or want to maintain your current hairstyle, KM Hairworks and Spa offers “An Experience Above All Others” with this haircut certificate. 

Value:  $35.00

Item 28

Whether you want a completely new look or want to maintain your current hairstyle, KM Hairworks and Spa offers “An Experience Above All Others” with this haircut certificate. 

Value:  $35.00

Item 29

Print, Scan, Copy, and create Photos with this Epson CX8400All-In-One Printer.  Donated by Office Depot.

Value:  $100.00

Item 30

Securely tie down your ATV or Motorcycle with these Pro Honda 1200 lb tensile strength tie downs.  Donated by Sports City (Jacksonville, IL), these two soft straps feature vinyl coated S-hooks, 5.5’ long x 1” wide webbing and white zinc plated cam buckles with the Honda logo.

Value:  $15.00

SORRY NOT TOO MUCH ELSE TO ADD…I’M SUPER SUPER TIRED TONIGHT :O)  I’LL TRY AND POST AGAIN BEFORE THE BENEFIT WITH MORE HAPPY UPBEAT SOUND K?  LOVE TO ALL AND PEACE OUT!