Grateful for My Supportive Husband: A Story of Love and Business Success

[raebates]

I just had to share what my wonderful, supportive DH just did.He's an auction-goer. He has spent most of the afternoon sorting through a couple of skids of stuff he bought at a hardware store liquidation auction yesterday. (Seriously, the man bought SKIDS of stuff.) He came upstairs about 20 minutes ago and said, "I saw this and thought, 'Rae can use this for PC catalogs.'" What he had in his hands was one of those weather-proof boxes they use to display property information when a home is for sale. It's the perfect size for a few PC catalogs. He searched the barn for a post and just finished installing it at the end of our driveway--right next to my PC sign. He's already filled it with catalogs, and he's waiting for me to make a label for it letting people know they can take one.We live in the middle of nowhere, but there's more traffic on our road than you'd suspect. My DH has done some neat landscaping, so people often slow down a bit to take a look. I don't know that anything will come of it, but I think he's amazing for coming up with the idea.Love that man of mine! http://www.thesmilies.com/smilies/love0076.gif

 

[janetupnorth]

I just had to share what my wonderful, supportive DH just did.

He's an auction-goer. He has spent most of the afternoon sorting through a couple of skids of stuff he bought at a hardware store liquidation auction yesterday. (Seriously, the man bought SKIDS of stuff.) He came upstairs about 20 minutes ago and said, "I saw this and thought, 'Rae can use this for PC catalogs.'"

What he had in his hands was one of those weather-proof boxes they use to display property information when a home is for sale. It's the perfect size for a few PC catalogs. He searched the barn for a post and just finished installing it at the end of our driveway--right next to my PC sign. He's already filled it with catalogs, and he's waiting for me to make a label for it letting people know they can take one.

We live in the middle of nowhere, but there's more traffic on our road than you'd suspect. My DH has done some neat landscaping, so people often slow down a bit to take a look. I don't know that anything will come of it, but I think he's amazing for coming up with the idea.

Love that man of mine! http://www.thesmilies.com/smilies/love0076.gif

That's cool - hope it gets you some business...

My wonderful husband felt bad about my 16 cent mistake (to qualify) and told me to go order something to qualify...even though he wanted to order something online and now has to wait until payday because it was my order or his...

 

[dannyzmom]

I just had to share what my wonderful, supportive DH just did.

He's an auction-goer. He has spent most of the afternoon sorting through a couple of skids of stuff he bought at a hardware store liquidation auction yesterday. (Seriously, the man bought SKIDS of stuff.) He came upstairs about 20 minutes ago and said, "I saw this and thought, 'Rae can use this for PC catalogs.'"

What he had in his hands was one of those weather-proof boxes they use to display property information when a home is for sale. It's the perfect size for a few PC catalogs. He searched the barn for a post and just finished installing it at the end of our driveway--right next to my PC sign. He's already filled it with catalogs, and he's waiting for me to make a label for it letting people know they can take one.

We live in the middle of nowhere, but there's more traffic on our road than you'd suspect. My DH has done some neat landscaping, so people often slow down a bit to take a look. I don't know that anything will come of it, but I think he's amazing for coming up with the idea.

Love that man of mine! http://www.thesmilies.com/smilies/love0076.gif

Awwww! Way to go Mr Bates!!http://www.thesmilies.com/smilies/sign0098.gif

 

[tlennhoff]

What he had in his hands was one of those weather-proof boxes they use to display property information when a home is for sale. It's the perfect size for a few PC catalogs. He searched the barn for a post and just finished installing it at the end of our driveway--right next to my PC sign. He's already filled it with catalogs, and he's waiting for me to make a label for it letting people know they can take one.

We live in the middle of nowhere, but there's more traffic on our road than you'd suspect. My DH has done some neat landscaping, so people often slow down a bit to take a look. I don't know that anything will come of it, but I think he's amazing for coming up with the idea.

Love that man of mine! http://www.thesmilies.com/smilies/love0076.gif

That is cool. Let's us know how this works out. What a great hubby.

 

[Jilleysue]

I'm really trying to earn Level 1 this year (I've been mostly a hobby consultant, and have never earned anything in the annual incentive). It'll be hard to decide on Conference Cash or the general debit card because we'll be redoing our kitchen next year. I've got it planned out with the Ikea kitchen planning software, and let's just say that if I didn't have a bunch of my company stock earmarked for paying for the kitchen, I'd have to really step up my business to pay for it. And I haven't even priced flooring (I want cork or bamboo) and countertops (granite) yet! The good thing is that I'll have more room to store tools, and will have some cabinets that are practically designed for some things (like stoneware).

Thanks Ann
I am so hard on myself sometimes. I had a upside down February and it really effected my March...so I am been so bummed lately. I loved just hearing or reminding me that I decided to do this as a HOBBY and for personal reasons. Anything extra that I earn or make is just that extra. It's not my full time job. It's just something I wanted to to get a piece of mind and gain some personal goals. You said the word HOBBY CONSULTANT and it reminded me that we all do the for many reasons and its ok to have an off month.
Just thanks.!

 

[chefann]

Thanks Ann
I am so hard on myself sometimes. I had a upside down February and it really effected my March...so I am been so bummed lately. I loved just hearing or reminding me that I decided to do this as a HOBBY and for personal reasons. Anything extra that I earn or make is just that extra. It's not my full time job. It's just something I wanted to to get a piece of mind and gain some personal goals. You said the word HOBBY CONSULTANT and it reminded me that we all do the for many reasons and its ok to have an off month.
Just thanks.!

Sometimes we all need the reminder that just because someone else has high goals, we don't have to feel bad if our goals aren't as high. Just remember that it's easier all around if you're consistent. Yes, you're doing this as something fun and a way to earn a little mad money. But it's more fun when you get into a groove, rather than having to start from scratch every other month.
Hugs!

 

[The_Kitchen_Guy]

Don't let your hobby become your obsession......like this guy did.

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[Jilleysue]

True...very true. Thanks. Well I am running behind Carolyn...(the almighty) and wonder if I will ever catch up to her Greatness.
Maybe after this conference when I feel all inspired!!