TCOT Cutie SPOTLIGHT!!!

Meet Keagan B.

She is the Winner of our TCOT Cutie contest!!!

Here are some fun facts about this sweet lil girl:

Listening to.... I feel better from Doc McStuffins

Currently reading.... Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

Afraid of? Loud Noises and believe it or not she does not like to sit in grass!

Favorite snack? Yogurt or Sweet Potato Puffs

Can't live without... Lulu with a Tutu (her favorite toy) or Sophie the Giraffe

Stops crying when.. Mommy gives in and picks her up or Mommy sneezes (because apparently thats hilarious)

Currently obsessed with... Putting things in her mouth and biting (teething is such a wonderful thing!)

Sleeps best when... She is snuggled with mommy or cuddled up on daddys belly

Mommy's says:

"Keagan is our special little monster, she was diagonsed with hemifacial microsomia and microcia at just a few weeks old.. she has overcome so many obstacles that doctors thought she might face! She is now almost 11 months old, has a mouth full of teeth and is starting to walk! "
 "We love TCOT because Carly and Lindsay do such a great job at providing everything we are looking for! They can always come up with a matching bow or headband that completes the cutest outfits! Keagan has a new cousin who will be born anyday and even she will be sporting TCOT as soon as she is born!"

A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL that participated in the TCOT Cutie contest.

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Gloomy Day GIVEAWAY!

Who: ANYONE can enter to win (these flowers look cute on everyone, I even wear them)

What: Win 3 shabby chic flower headband (or clippies)(our choice of 3 colors) 

Where: If the winner is a local fan you will be able to pick up OR you can opt to have it shipped (will have to pay shipping costs)

When: Winner will be picked on Sunday Morning.

How: Comment below with your favorite Gloomy day activity and your email address.

Thank you!

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Lia Sophia's Birthday! ~ Specials

June is Lia Sophias birthday month!!

 

 They are offering an even better deal this month to celebrate! They are offering a special to all customers of buy 1 at regular price get up to 2 items at half off!! NO LIMIT!! And the incentive for hosting a party?? I will pay for ONE item for every $250 in sales you get AND you get a free retired piece just for hosting!! If you get $750 we'll DOUBLE your hostess items, get EIGHT instead of four!!

Set your date now!!

My name is Melissa Doerscher and I have been selling Lia Sophia since August 2012. I had never heard of the jewelry until a friend invited me to her party and I fell in love, 3 parties later I started selling it so that I could feed my new jewelry passion! It's great jewelry and being an advisor allows me to meet new people, learn new things and is flexible with my full time job so I can do both jobs that I love! I work in the office at Carpetland in Davenport full time and do Lia Sophia part time.
I am married to my husband of 8 years, Chris. We have been together a total of 13 years. We live in west Davenport with our two children, Connor who is 7 and in 2nd grade and Brianna who is 3. We also have two furry Doberman children, Shadow and Sasha whom we've had since they were babies, and are almost 5 years old now.

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Choices

I usually decide to just be happy when i wake up. Today I decide to be sad somewhere along the way. To shed a few tears. I woke up happy, nothing bad really happened.


I was sitting here with my three, smart, funny, beautiful children who I am so thankful for, having some lunch, eating some sun chips and it just hit me. My heart grew heavy. I miss my step dad, Chris. I miss him frequently, but today it's a lot. We used to sit and eat Sunchips together.


 It's been nearly twenty years since he passed, but I still find myself missing him. We spent a lot of time together and he was a wonderful man. handsome, funny, kind, just the kind of person anyone would love. He loved life and my sister and I. He was in the Marines and I just thought he was for sure a prince when he dressed up in his dress blues for the Military ball with my mom. I still remember how amazing they looked!

I remember very clearly going to a family weekend over on Arsenal Island and all the guys got to show off for their families. He did one handed pull-ups and clapped while doing push-up. I thought he was seriously cool!

Chris took me fishing one time and let me keep the fish alive in our garage...needless to say it smelled...and that is a serious understatement! I mean, who in their right mind would allow a child keep a fish alive in a bucket inside a garage!? He must have loved me.

He also saved me when our dog, Gusty, took ME on a walk. We had a beautiful husky mix who was the sweetest dog. See, she was used to running with Chris, a grown man who was a great runner, not a 7year old girl. Weeeeel, she took off running in the field and I flew along behind her. Lol, are you getting a pretty funny mental image here???? I was so afraid she would run away so I just kept holding on to her leash and screamed and cried until Chris came to save me! By the end of it I had grass stains on my clothes and skin and grass stuck in my teeth...it was certainly the wildest walk I was ever on!

Unfortunately not too long after that walk we lost Chris. He was in Hawaii for the Marines, a training for two weeks. This training fell over Father's Day weekend. They all had the weekend off to enjoy and do tourist things. He decided to go scuba diving with friends. There was an accident and he didn't make it.

I remember the Marines who came to our door to tell my mother. She already knew something was wrong because he hadn't called to check in. You see my little sister was only just 1year old and she was his whole world. I was changing her diaper when the knock came on the door. I remember going around the corner to see my mother crumpled like a small child crying...not an image you'll ever forget. The men who came were so sweet, they offered their support, but what could anyone will do? The men left and it was a very sad night.

A few short days later we had the funeral. He looked just like a Ken doll. So perfect. I really thought maybe he would just wake up and the nightmare would be over. Unfortunately that wasn't the case. I put a little pillow in the casket with him, ya know, to give him some comfort so he wouldn't be alone.

He is buried in a beautiful spot in the cemetery, there are plants and flowers and there is a bench that over looks a pond. Ducks, geese and swans swim around and there are lots of fish to feed. I like to take my kids there. The pond is so full of life and they love it. I seems so fitting to create special memories there with my kids. I hope Chris can look down from Heaven and enjoy our time spent there with us too...

So, today, I woke up happy. Decided to be sad. And now I'll decide to remember him and think of all the good times and eat some Sunchips with my kids, and maybe we'll just take a trip over to feed the fish later...

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TCOT's Cutest Kid Contest Winner!

CONGRATS to

 

Miss Keagan B!!!!

 

We also decided to throw in a 1st runner up

 

congrats to

 

Victoria N!!!

 

AND we also decided to add a 2nd runner up!

 

congrats to

 

Madison!!!

Our two runner ups will receive a special TCOT headband!

Thank you to everyone who participated, we will host more of these in the near future!

Parent's of the winners may pick up their items at our Anniversary Party in June. Clink the link here for event info. Please private message us on Facebook or email us at thecherryontop2@gmail.com so we know you saw your child won!!!

Congrats!!!

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Bounce House

Dear Bouncehouse Mom,

I wish I would have said something when I watched you belittle your son the other day.
I get it.
You were trying to do something nice for him, buying him a ticket for the bounce house
I get it, most kids love that thing.
I get it, he should have had a blast.

But guess what, for whatever reason that day he didn't want to get in and jump.
He wanted to sit on the grass and enjoy his snack while his sister jumped.
He cried and asked to not go in but you wouldnt give him the luxury. You yelled at him, gave him a time out, and then you still physically forced him into the darn thing. I would have spoke up but my son was so caught off guard and uncomfortable by your antics that he wanted to get away from you and the "sad boy".

I get it, parenthood is hard and tiring and sometimes it gets the best of you and you lose your Sh** .
We all get a pass from time to time...but then you have to make things right. Your son looks to you for love and assurance. Not to make him feel like garbage when he wants to sit one out.
As parents, part of our job is to teach and guide our children into making good decisions.and trusting their instincts. For one reason or another, he didn't want to play that day and you humiliated him instead of patting him on the back or giving him a hug.
You took his snack (cheese) away in an effort to break him and get him to give in. When the woman who was running the jumperoo said she couldnt return your money, this seemed to only get you more determined to get your son inside ...and then we wonder why there are so many adults out there in unhealthy relationships...hmm, Maybe it because this is how some mothers treat their kids.

Life is short and children grow so fast. Why not spend your time building them up, hugging them, singing their praises instead of tearing them down.
I was a child welfare case worker before I became a mother so I have seen a lot worse but this has stuck with me the past few days. I wonder how sad that boy must have felt. He had a simple request...NOT to play but to sit out on the grass and watch the other kids. I wonder if things are worse at home when there isnt hundreds of eyes on this mom and her bad behavior. I wonder if he really feels loved and cherished.

 Do me a favor, and give your kids or your nieces or nephews or grandkids an extra hug today or tell them what a good kids they are for this little boy who could have really used one that day outside of the bounce house.

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Lindsay's 24day Advocare Challenge

I recently took on the Advocare 24 Day Challenge. I ended up losing 7lbs!

I feel great and have more energy, but the best part is I never feel hungry. Fruit punch spark is the new love of my life. Ok, ok, maybe not really, but it is really good. Another thing Libby turned me on to is the Coffeccino, also very good. I love coffee in the morning, so this was a way I could cut out some extra calories ( I really like flavored creamers). I was slightly weary to have to stick to such a schedule to take my supplements at the right time etc, but it wasn't bad. There is this little calendar that I printed out to hang on my fridge that kept me on track. I was also worried about how my stomach would tolerate taking all the supplements as it is pretty sensitive. I had no issues at all!

Libby also let me use her copy of the 24minute Advocare workout. I do not love working out, but I found myself enjoying myself while doing this with my kiddos at home. And let's be honest, I'm sure I burned a few extra calories while laughing at them (and myself!) while we worked out together.

I have used AdvoCare products on and off for the last 20years, give or take, and have always had great results. My dad got me started on the vitamins as a child and even used to sell AdvoCare as well. This time around I knew I needed some help and a jumpstart to get me to my weight loss goal as well as feel better and more energetic. I love to be able to keep up with my kids, but between getting older and holding on to more than a few extra pounds was making me drag! Libby got me all set up with the right products, and a lot of motivation! I am not to my goal yet, but this was certainly a great start.

Now that I feel great I am on my way to looking great! Libby has provided me with so much motivation. Just reading her blog post every week gets me excited. She said it perfectly yesterday when she said "When your WHY is strong, the How will be clear". My why is I want to look and feel my best. I want to set a great, healthy example for my children. I want my husband to think I'm hot! These may not be your why's, but these are all very important to me at this point in my life. The how is just sooo easy, AdvoCare! My goal is not to have six pack abs or to have a models body, but to live health and be happy. I know I will get there and have my lists....have you?

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Calling All TCOT Cuties!

                                 MODEL CASTING CALL MINI SESSIONS

Come join us for a morning of fun! TCOT along with Stephanie Michelle Photography are hosting are a model casting for boys and girls ages newborn-8years. The theme is tea party and superheros. (Don't worry, there will be two separate set-up areas!)

Cost is $85 per mini session. (Saturday, June 8th)

Session includes:
-3-5 edited images on a disk,
-a TCOT goodie bag (one for girls that includes a headband or clippie and one for boys that includes a superhero item),
-a Featured Kid of the Week Spotlight to be posted on our Facebook Page and Blog.

Your child will be modeling brand new, never been seen TCOT items! We will be rolling out our new Superhero Collection for boys and girls featuring capes, masks, belts, ties/bow ties, as well as beautiful tutus and dresses, ties/bow ties for our Bridal Collection and fun everyday items such as rompers, lace leggings, ruffled leg warmers, etc.

Your child's professional photos will be used on our Facebook page and website as well as featured on Stephanie Michelle Photography's Facebook page and in studio. So come and enjoy a fun morning with us and let the ladies of TCOT style your little cupcake or handsome little man!

Mini sessions available:
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10am
10:15am
10:30am
10:45am
11am-taken
11:15am
11:30am
11:45am

Email us at thecherryontop2@gmail.com with the subject “Casting Call” to schedule your time today! Payment is due upon booking time slot. (invoice must be paid within 24hours of issuing) Please arrive 30mins prior to your session time for styling. We look forward to seeing you there!
                                        

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When your WHY is strong, the How will be clear

So today I’m going to brag on AdvoCare a bit. I want to tell all of you WHY I do AdvoCare as a business, what we stand for and how it’s really become a way of life rather than trying to sell vitamins to anyone that breathes.

 

AdvoCare is 20 years old this year and we have 2 things...Products to make you look and feel the best you have ever felt, and a vehicle to make as little or as much money as you want. The reason most people say the products don’t work for them is because they either didn’t use them at all or didn’t eat right with them. They aren’t miracle pills. You have to eat a somewhat healthy diet and move your body. I love them because they are safe and I have no doubts giving my girls a snack bar or rehydrate over juice. When I started AdvoCare, I only took Spark, Catalyst and Thermoplus and lost 8 lbs. and a jean size in 2 weeks. No one can tell me they don’t work. Now I take many other products depending on my workouts and goals but these are consistent. Also, there is no better feeling that getting someone on product and them getting the results they wanted. Breaking through a plateau, losing that baby weight or getting the jump start they needed to be healthy.

The other side of AdvoCare is the opportunity to make money. Why do I do AdvoCare?

AdvoCare means sleeping in with my girls and getting to cook them bacon and eggs every morning. It means getting to go to a perfectly good and uninhabited playground on a Monday because everyone else is at work or daycare. AdvoCare is getting the CHOICE to only work 1 day a week, because I don’t HAVE to work more. AdvoCare will pay for my daughters school, clothes, food, vacations (just paid for my Florida trip). and many other things. It’s the freedom to not have to answer to a time clock and be paid for the work I earned not an hourly wage. It’s how many people I can impact either with the products or business and love them where they’re at. AdvoCare has honestly helped me dream again like when we were little. I went to a training a couple weeks ago and Ron Reynolds who is in corporate just put it into perspective.

Just a few facts.

By the age of 30, we have not only failed to achieve the dreams we had when we were children, but have forgotten what the dreams were.

When the WHY is Strong, The How Becomes easy.

 Most people are burnt out on their career by the time they’re in their mid 30’s because it was never their passion. I’m not saying everyone hates their job but Think about it. Maybe you wanted to be an artist? Then you were told you can’t do that, you’ll never make any money. So you go into a profession where there is more money like accounting. You go to 5 years of college and get a job where it’s good money, get a spouse, house, 2 cars, motorcycle, 3 kids and then 5 years down the road you wonder,

 “ How in the heck did I get here?” WHY am I here? I’m not saying my children aren’t a good enough purpose but I want to give them more than picking a vacation on what I can afford. Some people have never been dead broke. Well I have and it’s absolutely stressful. I know what it’s like to put $5 in my checking so it won’t have an overdraft. I know how to live on $20 a week for gas and food. I know what it’s like to not even want to go by the toy section in Target because I know I’ll have to say no and get frustrated when my girls ask for a new baby doll. Not because I don’t want to get it for them but, we need diapers, wipes and milk instead. I don’t want to live like that and will not live like that ever again. What kind of dreams do you have for your children? Or yourself? I mean real, crazy, travel the world, no worries kind of dreams?

AdvoCare makes me think of these things. I challenge you to write down 2 lists.

One is 100 things you want but don’t have.

Don’t hold back. It doesn’t have to be all materialistic.

Some of mine are more confidence, boldness, one house the girls feel at home.

The other is 100 things you have but don’t want.

Like self doubt, debt, etc.

 It will amaze you what will happen. Dreams you were too scared to think about because you know they may never come true start popping up.

Hope is a beautiful thing. :)

All I know is when I started AdvoCare 3 years ago I couldn’t see more than $500-$1000 a month and now I make $2500-$3000 and I’m on track to be making $6-7k this summer. And doubling that in the next year. What if $6,000.00 was direct deposited into your checking account every month? How would that affect your bills, where you decide to live, what you drive, where you vacation? I’m not saying money is the answer to everything but it can give you the opportunity to have choices. The choice to not work overtime, or be able to get that new house with more space, or not worry about getting your kids to daycare on time so you aren’t late to work.

This is what AdvoCare does for me and My WHY is so strong the HOW is easy. It’s so clear that no one can tell me otherwise. If you are wanting more in life I’d love to help you. Whether that be $100 a month to pay an extra bill or $5k a month to change your future. :)

Happy Friday!

Okay, GIVEAWAY TIME!!!

I’m going to give away an assorted box of spark (14 pouches) and a BOTTLE of Catalyst!!! $55 value!!

It’s job is to double the fat burning while you work out or are active. It goes into your muscle and protects it while shredding the fat and burning it as energy. MY FAVORITE PRODUCT. A woman I known lost 100 lbs. in the past year doing this and spark!! Talk about life changing! And done the healthy way.

So if you want this prize comment on what your dream or passion is and be specific!! Can’t wait! Have an awesome weekend!!

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TCOT Cutest Kid Contest May 2013

Want to win $20.00 in TCOT cash!?

Here's your chance!

 

All you have to do is...

email us at thecherryontop2@gmail.com and put "TCOT Cutest Kid" in the subject line. Please include your favorite picture of your kiddo as an attachment, their 1st name and last initial, age, favorite pastime and food.

(we would love it if your sweetie had on a TCOT product in your fav pic, but not required!)

 

Pictures and entry info is due May 10th

Album will be published on our Facebook page May 13th

Contest ends on May 17th

Winner will be announce right here May 19th

 

Contest Rules:

 

1. To cast a vote "Like" the photo of your choice (click TCOT Cutest Kid album to cast your vote)

2. Voters must "like"  The Cherry On Top Boutique's Facebook page and their favorite picture to make the vote valid. This will be verified by the ladies of TCOT at the end of the contest

3. Spread the love! You can vote for as many cuties as you'd like by "Like"ing the pictures.

4. "Share" the love! Feel free to "Share" this contest with all your family, friends and business pages to encourage people to vote!

5. TCOT Cutest Kid will be chosen by the most "Like"s for the picture entered.

6. In the event of a tie we will host a "Cutest Kid Showdown"! Details will be announced at that time.

7. You may enter one or all of your children, there is no limit. Boys and girls are welcome!

8. You are more than welcome to use a professional picture, but if you do please be sure to have the proper permission from the photographer.

 



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