Hello faithful readers of my blog. I have a very important and exciting announcement to make! I have just been informed that an encouraging ministry called Threads of Hope has decided to help me in my fundraising. This organization provides families in the Philipines with an income through making bracelets and partnering with others to sell them. Not only do these families get work, but they also receive a portion of the proceeds earned. Because of the vision of the ministry many people have been affected and have heard the good news of the Gospel! 

I have ordered 1,000 (yes you read that right ONE THOUSAND!) bracelets to sell at $2 a piece or 3 for $5. Once I get them in I will update everyone and start taking orders. These would make great gifts, because they are relatively cheap, but they are durable because they are hand made. AND they help families in the Philipines. What could be a better gift?