Row, Row, Row, . . .

On the way home from preschool, I asked my four year old if he had learned any new songs at school. He answered yes and broke into song.

Row, Row, Row your boat
"gipply" down the stream.
Merrily, Merrily, Merrily, Merrily,
Like upon a dream.

This song, as simple as it is, resonated with me and my life right now. Life with Marigold continues to row, row, row steadliy along. Sometimes the rowing is "gipply" and these situations help Marigold grow. However, most of the time Marigold rows merrily along and it feels like "upon a dream."

I am happy to report, the past two months have been "merrily" moments for Marigold. Februrary started off with a visit from my sister and her family. We had a wonderful time and my sister and I got a lot accomplished. My sister designs custom children's clothing, so preparation for a spring and summer line for her is not a daunting task. Her help allowed me to row gently into the Marigold spring/summer line without sinking. We worked long hours during her visit thanks to our husbands, who held down the fort with the children. I don't know how you put into words or show someone how thankful you are for love, help and support that is so desperatly needed at that moment. That is what she did for me.

Marigold continues to row into more stores. Each boutique is special and unique. I really enjoy getting to know the owners or managers, who are all very strong and wonderful women. Some boutiques I don't get to personnally visit because Marigold caps are now traveling throughout Illinois with a wonderful sales rep doing the leg work. With this, Nellie has been so gratious to help design Marigold's first catalog and continues to do all the photography and all other advertising. Another talented friend is working on Marigold's logo and packaging. Stay tuned for the exciting changes.

Never would I have imagined life upon a dream like this...through God's direction Marigold continues to row. Thanks precious son for your sweet song for inspiration and reflection.