Volunteer 1, 2, and 3!

Volunteer #1 - Mr. Just Off Pine

Let's face it, no one can do it all on their own. I can sketch and plan 'til my little heart is content, however, when it comes time to execute that plan, I need help! And help I receive in huge doses from some very special people. You may recall Volunteer 1 from my ABOUT page- Mr. Just Off Pine.

Mr. Just Off Pine helps me take my sketches and turn them into reality. If I can draw out a plan, he can build it. Nowhere is this better illustrated than in the Just Off Pine signature crates. Mr. JOP (isn't that ridiculous???) takes rough sawn lumber, hand selects the boards, planes the boards, cuts to plan, and assembles as I request. And poof !!!- my sketches come to life. Of course, Mr. JOP is also a jack of all trades in that sometimes I need help lifting, assembling, pricing, organizing, storing, wrapping, unwrapping, transporting, pretty much whatever it takes; I can count on Mr. JOP. Thank you Volunteer #1 I appreciate all that you do to make me and Just Off Pine successful.

If you have had the time to read one of my earlier posts, you will surely recognize Volunteer #2. Although, as previously stated, this lady is second to none! My absolutely incredible 77 year old Mama is Volunteer #2. Now, ordinarily, one might say I could be in trouble for mentioning her age. However, she truly won't mind, as at 77, she is an absolute powerhouse. She helps me in every possible way- cheerleader, meet and greeter, bargain hunter extraordinaire, wrapper and unwrapper, lift and pivot turner, tent supporter, dog walker, mock set up and tear it all down. Whatever it takes to help her daughter be successful; she is the one to make it happen. I am grateful for all that she does, but I am especially grateful for every moment we get to spend together as Mother and Daughter.

Who is Volunteer #3- otherwise known as the all elusive volunteer #3? Chances are you may never know the identity of Volunteer #3. She loves to help, but will never allow a photo or any clue into her identity- but that's ok- I respect that. I simply wish to say- Thank you Volunteer #3 for your help- I appreciate all that you did!

Volunteer #2 - My Mama