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I’M BACK BABY!!!
I’M BACK!!! (I THINK… RIGHT??) Well EXCEPT I can’t access the site on my computer. ONLY my phone. The email went down. I. Am. Not. Having. Fun. AND of course there is that BRIGHT RED banner………. I swear I really did buy it……….. it will be gone soon…………. I HOPE!!!! OHMYGOODNESS I have missed you all so VERY MUCH!! THIS WAS THE MOST STRESSFUL period of time. The site has been down before but not for SO DANG LONG! SO MUCH STRESS! Thank you so much to all of you that reached out to check on me. Thank you for sticking with me. Now to try and get back the followers that I’ve lost. I need to focus on the positive! I’M BACK!! Please, please, please let this be the last time Peanut Butter and Whine is down. I’ve missed you guys! The craftfair is going well. It’s been a week and I’m almost sold out of my bookmarks and mugs and tumblers need to be restocked. You would think with the site down I would have been crafting like a mad woman. BUTTTTTTT NOOOOOOOO instead I was wringing my hands, hitting refresh and bugging tech support. I haven’t been…
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December 2024 $50 Your Way Giveaway!!
Can you BELIEVE it’s already time for the last giveaway of 2024!?!?!? How are we only 31 days away for 2025???? This last week has been FAB-UUUUUUUlous!! AND FAST!! The booth for the local Craft Fair is set up. It opens the 2nd. My amazing son Zachary and family were here from Monday till Friday. It was loud, chaotic, and so much fun. We played games. Cooked new recipes and made a few oldies as well. Of course we ate way too much. Zac wanted snow SO BADLY so they could get pictures for their Family Christmas card. Mother Nature had other plans. Not a single snow flake landed in Sandpoint. However, photos were taken! 291 to be exact…. since I imagine you don’t want to see all 291…. here are a few favorites. Now that he is back in California I’m certain we are about to get slammed. (Wait… don’t tell Mother Nature I offered that…) The Rules A little of the blah blah blah stuff: This giveaway is open worldwide for PayPal, Venmo, and Amazon. Any GC that you think would work worldwide, I’m willing to try. This giveaway is $50 US. This is a giveaway hosted by me…
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The Importance of Leadership Programs for Professionals
Leadership programs play a vital role in driving career growth and development for professionals. These programs are about honing essential leadership skills and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Professionals who engage in leadership development find themselves better equipped to face the challenges of their roles and emerge as valuable assets to their organizations. We’re discussing the importance of leadership programs for professionals of all experience levels. Developing Crucial Skills Leadership programs offer a structured approach to developing the core competencies that professionals need. By focusing on communication, decision-making, and team-building skills, these programs empower participants to lead effectively. Strong communication skills facilitate better collaboration, while sound decision-making abilities enable leaders to make informed choices that benefit their teams. Additionally, mastering team-building techniques creates a harmonious work environment where everyone can thrive. Discovering and Cultivating Future Leaders Organizations benefit greatly from leadership programs as they often identify and nurture potential leaders within their ranks. By investing in the development of future leaders, companies create a sustainable talent pipeline that ensures long-term success. Such programs enable organizations to recognize employees with leadership potential and provide them with the tools they need to excel. This proactive approach supports seamless transitions as the…
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Y’all Know I LIVE To Torment My Grown Children, Right??
For those here that are new, I live in Sandpoint, Idaho. Our children and families live in California. YES, it IS SO HARD!! I am missing SO much. THANKFULLY, my children are amazing. They all come up at least once a year. I go there at least once a month. It’s not ideal but it’s better than nothing right?? Right (sorta, but not really. I want to walk next door and see my kids. Yes, one on each side! Come ON LOTTERY WIN!!) Zachary and family will be here for Thanksgiving week! I am giddy excited. (Yes, I am secretly hoping for MONSTER snow storm and a much longer visit. Shhhhh don’t tell. Yes, I have company (can you call your own children company?) coming and the craft fair. Ohhhh so much to do. YES KAREN, STILL! My sweet son Zachary, even growing up, has loved Thanksgiving. I swear he loves Thanksgiving more than Christmas. With that said, he has always, always, hated when I decorate for Christmas before the day AFTER Thanksgiving. Well, Zachary. You are NOT the boss of me. And since you aren’t here to stop me… guess what’s up in my LIVINGROOM!! HA! Yes, my tree…











