Have you tried praying to St. Anthony for your missing cookbooks?

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around a participant's experience of losing cookbooks and the subsequent search for them. Various participants share their thoughts on the situation, offer support, and recount similar experiences of misplaced items during shows.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses frustration over missing cookbooks and discusses the importance of these books for an upcoming show.
  • Another participant questions whether someone might have taken the cookbooks, while others share their disbelief that anyone from their small community would do so.
  • Several users mention past experiences of losing items at shows, with one noting that they stopped bringing cookbooks due to concerns about theft.
  • One participant shares a humorous suggestion for reaching out to guests about the missing cookbooks without sounding accusatory.
  • Another participant recounts a personal story about losing items and the relief of eventually finding them, emphasizing the emotional aspect of such losses.
  • One participant shares a story about using prayer to find lost items, specifically mentioning St. Anthony, which adds a personal touch to the discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the likelihood of theft among acquaintances, with some expressing trust in their community while others remain cautious. No clear consensus emerges on the best approach to address the situation with guests.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences and sentiments related to losing items in a community setting, highlighting the emotional impact of such situations on participants.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants who have experienced similar situations with lost items during shows may find the shared experiences and suggestions relatable.

DMB75
DMB75
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I've looked everywhere. I'm missing Casual Cooking, Delightful Desserts and Spin on Salads. My other PC cookbooks are on my shelf but not these. I've e-mailed my last host and ask her if I might have left them at her house, but she hasn't gotten back to me. :cry: I have a show coming up and I usually go through the books with the host to see what they want to make. I wish this month was the guest specials for cookbooks. Oh well, I guess I'll keep looking.

Donna
 
I hope you find them. You don't think anyone would have taken them do you?
 
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I talked to host of my last party and she said that I didn't leave them at her house. The last time she saw them they were out on the table for display. I can't believe that anyone would take them. We are a small community and most people at the show have been to my other shows.
 
Is it possible that a guest thought they were cash & carry? ? That if she ordered one that night she could take it with her?
 
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I don't think so, no one paid with cash.
 
I have "lost" things at show a number of time... my scoop clip, towels, Season's Best. It is disappointing to say the least.
 
I stopped bringing cookbooks to show years ago because either people would "accidentally" slip them ino thier purses...or they'd blatantly take them in the host's office and start photocopying them...
:(
 
Did u look to see if maybe it fell out in your car?
 
A while back I remember someone posting on here that some of their FORGED KNIVES walked away at a show!

I have had small items (scraper, timer/clock) walk away...thankfully that is the exception to the rule- most people are honest and realize this is our BUSINESS and don't steal from us!

I hope your cookbooks show up! Maybe someone laid them down in an odd place...beside the couch? Or maybe they slipped under the couch or chair?
 
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jrstephens said:
Did u look to see if maybe it fell out in your car?
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My husband is at Boy Scouts right now with my son. I'll have to search the car when he gets back.
 
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Every person at my last show was someone that I know and talk to, so it's just hard for me to imagine that anyone would have taken it on purpose. I'm still looking for them throughout the house. I will post if I find them.

If this happened to you, would you guys send an e-mail to everyone at the show and ask them if they have seem them? I just don't want to seem like I'm accusing anyone of taking them.

Donna
 
You could do so in a humorous manner that would defuse the situation:
Reward offered for missing cookbook! Did my cookbook crawl into your purse at Suzy's party? The other cookbooks on my shelf miss it and want it to come home.

:D
 
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Ann,

You make me laugh. That was cute.
I'm going to search the car before I send out anything.

Donna
 
Donna,
What kind of bag do you take if any?? Did you look through those? I am asking cause I lost my stoneware cookbook and looked everywhere. On Fri when I was getting ready for TOH I found it in my rolling bag in one of the pockets so now I have 2 of them.
 
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I have the Rolling case, the large tote bag I got when I became a consultant, and the brief case. I found my other cookbooks in my brief case, but not the three I'm missing. I would think that I would have packed them all together when I was packing up. I've looked in all the side pockets. But just to be sure, I'll take everything out again to see.
 
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I found my cookbooks and now I feel so silly. I was unpacking my rolling case and opening the boxes to make sure everything was clean and packed well. I opened up the box with my SA Large Bowl and the cookbooks were sitting in the bowl. I have no idea why I would put three cookbooks inside the large bowl and the others in my briefcase. Unless one of the hosts from the show was helping me out. Anyway, I found them and they are all safe. :)

Donna
 
Donna....glad to hear that you have them! (especially when you said that you KNEW all of these ladies...would be pretty bad if someone had taken them!)
 
I once left a fluted stone at a host house and it was an hour away. I never went back for it. I just got a new one when they went on sale.
 
DMB75 said:
I found my cookbooks and now I feel so silly. I was unpacking my rolling case and opening the boxes to make sure everything was clean and packed well. I opened up the box with my SA Large Bowl and the cookbooks were sitting in the bowl. I have no idea why I would put three cookbooks inside the large bowl and the others in my briefcase. Unless one of the hosts from the show was helping me out. Anyway, I found them and they are all safe. :)

Donna
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I am glad that you found them...
 
I left a few little things recently at a hosts home an hour away. Luckily I have two bookings from her, so I will get them soon!

Whenever you lose something just say a quick prayer to St. Anthony. My DH could not find his glasses for like 2 days. It got really intense for 2 hours (the search was on but nothing was comng up!) so I told him "who do you say a prayer to when you lose something?" and he replied "st. Anthony" I said, "you better say a few prayers" and would you believe within 2 mins he found an empty eyeglass case, which reminded him where he stored his glasses, in a travel bag (because he was traveling without his eyeglass case) and
"put them in a safe place".

HA! THANK GOODNESS THEY WERE FOUND. It was a long two hours.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of praying to St. Anthony for lost items?

St. Anthony of Padua is known as the patron saint of lost items. Many people believe that praying to him can help recover lost possessions, including cookbooks. His intercession is sought by those who have misplaced items, and many report positive outcomes after praying for his assistance.

How do I pray to St. Anthony for my missing cookbooks?

To pray to St. Anthony, you can simply say a heartfelt prayer asking for his help in finding your lost cookbooks. A common prayer is: "Dear St. Anthony, please come around; something is lost that cannot be found." You can also light a candle in his honor and express your intentions sincerely.

Is there a specific time or place to pray to St. Anthony?

There is no specific time or place required to pray to St. Anthony. You can pray anywhere you feel comfortable, whether at home, in a church, or in a quiet space. The important aspect is to be sincere in your request and to have faith in his intercession.

Can praying to St. Anthony really help me find my cookbooks?

Many people have shared testimonials of finding lost items after praying to St. Anthony, which can provide comfort and hope. While there is no guarantee, the act of prayer can bring peace of mind and a sense of support during the search for your cookbooks.

Are there any other saints I can pray to for lost items?

Yes, besides St. Anthony, some people also pray to St. Jude, the patron saint of lost causes, or St. Joseph, who is associated with protection and guidance. Each saint has their own unique attributes, and you can choose to pray to any of them based on your personal beliefs and preferences.

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