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Dear Friends,

    Women's Night Out is going to be held Thursday, October 20 at the Atlantic Golf & Country Club from 5 to 9:00 p.m..  We will be having a booth there with fun things for fall and Christmas.  The Christmas items featured there are just a sample of the many decorations and gifts we will be showing at our Open House to be held on November 11 & 12.   Then, we have the honor of decorating the entryway at the Parish Center for the Festival of Trees to be held December 1,2,3,4.  We hope you will be able to attend these fun events. 
     It doesn't seem possible the holidays are approaching so fast, but I'm certain many people feel this way too.  Isn't it wonderful we as Americans can celebrate religious holidays with joy and not fear any backlash from government or terrorist groups?  Thanksgiving is such a good time to remember all the blessings we take for granted daily.

 

Woodwick Candles make great gifts and wonderful atmosphere creators!  By just changing the fragrance you can make any room  take on a warm, cozy feeling.  

     

 

The Numbers Add Up!

(author unknown)

What equals 100%?  What does it mean to give MORE than 100%?  Ever wonder about those people who say they are giving more than 100%?

How about ACHIEVING 101%?  What equals 100% in life?

 

Here’s a little mathematical formula that might help answer these questions:

 

If:

ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ

        Is represented as:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26

If:

H-A-R-D-W-O-R-K

8+1+18+4+23+15+18+11 = 98%

And:

K-N-O-W-L-E-D-G-E

11+14+15+23+12+5+4+7+5 = 96%

But:

A-T-T-I-T-U-D-E

1+20+20+9+20+21+4+5 = 100%

 

Or, look how far this will take you:

L-O-V-E-O-F-G-O-D

12+15+22+5+15+6+7+15+4 = 101%

 

Therefore, one can conclude with mathematical certainty that:  While hard work and knowledge will get you close, and attitude will get you there, it’s a higher power that will put you over the top!

 

Wall hangings are so popular now and we have a number of metal pieces, some traditional and others contemporary.  Stop buy and see for yourself.

 

Quick & Different Cheese Soup 

Boil:
1 package 5 1/4 oz. Au Gratin Potatoes
1 can whole kernel corn (drained)
10 oz can diced tomatoes & green chilies (undrained)
2 cups water

When potatoes are tender, add the following & simmer:
2 cups milk
2 cups Velveeta or American Cheese
dash of hot pepper (optional)
parsley (optional) 

  

Cute Halloween decorations are plentiful in our shop.  We prefer to carry only happy, colorful and whimsical items for this holiday.  Stop in and see the many jack-o-lanterns and happy LED lighted pumpkins ready to spice up your home.  

 

                      Symptoms of Inner Peace  

*  A tendency to think & act spontaneously rather than on fears based on past experience.

*  An unmistakable ability to enjoy the moment.

*  A loss of interest in judging other people.

*  A loss of interest in judging self.

*  A loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others.

*  An inability to worry (this is a very serious symptom!)

*  Frequent overwhelming episodes of appreciation.

*  Frequent acts of smiling.

*  An increasing tendency to let things happen rather than to make them happen.

*  An increased susceptibility to the love extended by others as well as the uncontrollable urge to extend it.

                                                ......  Author Unknown 

Upcoming Events:
October 20 - Women's Night Out, Atlantic Golf & Country Club
November 11 & 12 - OPEN HOUSE AT BRINK FLOWER & GIFT CO.
December 1,2,3,4 - Festival of Trees, Catholic Parish Center


Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter and for being our good customer.  You are appreciated!  I would love to hear from you, just call, come in or email us!   Come see us soon,                                           
Aunt Emma

 

 

Brink Flower and Gift Company
     106 E. 7th Street
          Atlantic, IA  50022
      Phone: 1- 712-243-3120
Fax Line: 1-712-243-3386

 
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