First Prize: Mom and Baby Package
1.Qinny Zapp Stroller. This stroller is the worlds smallest folding stroller. I folds down so small that it can be used as a carry on on MOST airlines. It includes its own carrying bag, weather canopy and rain shield. 2. A one size fits MOST Mei Tai donated by TWOHEARTS Carrier. This carrier is made with the highest quality "soft to the touch" canvas material with all weight bearing seems
reinforced several times for safety. It also sports a pocket on the back for storage of a diaper and small atricles. It is a contoured design, with a padded back for more comfort for baby. 3. A BE SMALL diaper bag in LUSH PAISLEY, donated by JuJuBe. JuJuBe diaper bags excell beyond that of their competition by offering today's mom comfort, style and function all at the same time. The BE SMALL sports such features as Teflon for durability, Memory Foam changing pad for comfort, a mommy pocket for convenience, and an antimicrobial lining for safety.
VALUED AT: $329.00
SECOND PRIZE:
Donated by a local Artist BILL HRIBAR. This delightful one of a kind OIL PAINTING, is titled "ROAD TO OURAY". It is a site that can be found on the "road" to Ouray between Montrose and Ouray Colorado. The Artist spent most of his working life as an Architectual deliniator. After retirement he decided to take up oil painting to keep him busy. Since his new venture, he has won one local prize in an ART show in OURAY and has sold one painting entitled "The Boumont"
for $1500.00. This Painting has been envied by many onlookers at local artist displays and contests for months. Bill has been gracious enough to offer it to our family as a donation to help bring Josiah home.
VALUED AT: $300.00
THIRD PRIZE:
The ASPEN STAY DRY PACKAGE: Includes one Red Charger, one black charger and one
Aspen Baseball cap. All of the items in this package boast the HELLY HENSEN Dry
technology. This technology was formed for our local Rocky Mountain weather but will
keep anyone nice and dry and in turn WARM whether you are skiing or working. This package
was generously donated by ASPEN SNOWMASS!
VALUED AT: $110.00
FOURTH PRIZE:
A DAY IN ASIA is a picture that I myself (Sarah k. ) This original piece, was painted using
acrylics. I use to work for my father as a teen and young adult during his Art days and
was inspired years ago by a painting I fell in love with that I found at a yard sale. The painting
was originally created by a little old lady in a local old folks home. This painting was done recently and consists of 2 16X20 stretched canvases that create ONE large wall hanging.
VALUED AT: $100.00
FIFTH PRIZE:
VALUED AT: $100.00
This is an actual egg! A real egg, probably from an Ostrich. It has been delicately cut and decorated, then mounted, to add charm and originality to the piece. Nestled inside the egg,
you will find a beautiful little
angel. This is a wonderful piece for any
home that will add elegance and
beauty.
SIXTH PRIZE:
This is a hand sewn Lap Quilt or Baby Quilt that was sewn by some local ladies nearby that wished to help our efforts to get Josiah home. It is sewn using "scraps" of material and is of the
best quality and workmanship.
VALUED AT: $100.00
SEVENTH PRIZE:
The JuJuBe BE SMART diaper bag in Black and Bubblegum colors. Donated by JuJuBe. JuJuBe diaper bags excell beyond that of their competition by offering today's mom comfort, style and function all at the same time. The BE SMART sports such features as Teflon for durability, A matching changing pad for baby, a mommy pocket for convenience, and an antimicrobial lining for safety.
VALUED AT: $98.00
EIGHTH PRIZE:
A one size fits MOST Mei Tai donated by TWOHEARTS Carrier. This carrier is made with the highest quality "soft to the touch" canvas material with all weight bearing seems
reinforced several times for safety. It is a contoured design, with a padded back for more comfort for baby.
VALUED AT: $65.00
NINETH PRIZE:
Beauty of Asia Necklace set.
Donated and designed by Always Naturally Yours (Sarah k.'s company). This SET was inspired by Sarah's Taiwanese boys. The Asian etched Carnelian stones add just the right flare to this necklace. Accented by genuine freshwater pearls of different colors and sizes, goldstone, and golden rondels, similar sets in this line have proven popular and well loved by onlookers.
VALUED AT: $65.00
A close up picture of the beautiful and intricate bead work of this set.
TENTH PRIZE:
Harley Davidson Package: Consists of 2 Xlarge T-shirts. These T-shirts will be the envy of
all Harley Davidson enthusiasts seeing as they are specially printed for this area of the U.S. and
usually cannot be easily bought unless traveling through our neck of the woods.
VALUED AT: $50.00
ELEVENTH PRIZE:
Approximately 24 inches tall sits our "Learning Store" Monkey. He is a wonderful Monkey made for Monkey loving and will be a great friend for any young one in your life.
VALUED AT: $40.00
TWELFTH PRIZE:
Valued at $27.50
We have here a 10 pack of Delightful and whimsical bubble speech cards! Donated by Tisra
Fadely Originals. This pack of cards, show casing 3 original art designs by Miss Tisra are sure to add Whimsy and fun to your day as you send a friend a note saying your very own thoughts such as (comments made up by Sarah, not truly part of the cards represented here. "Cheer up or the monster will surely eat ya", Or "Get better soon so that your bike isn't so dog gone lonely"!! Your friends will surely laugh and smile with each snail mail sent by you, including one of these wonderful cards!!
THIRTEENTH PRIZE:
This piece is a "made to order " piece from Always Naturally Yours. It is the "Adoptive
Mom's expressive bracelet. It will be customized to the winner's wishes. You may pick
the country on the focal bead, cross or no cross and of course what color fresh water pearl
you wish to sit within the Birthmom's circle to represent your adopted child's sex.
Introducing a new line of bracelets that appeals to
the adoptive mother's heart! Designed by Sarah k.
an adoptive mother herself on behalf of Asia's
adoptive Mothers everywhere. This is a ONE OF A KIND
concept, never before shared and now available to you today.
"Expressions" is a "wordless" bracelet that says everything
in an adoptive mom's heart and mind with perfectly chosen
and perfectly placed beads which tell the tale of one mother's
journey to her adopted child in turn bringing two moms
together in love. The build of the bracelet includes key writings
and symbolism that will forever remind any adoptive mother
of her journey to her precious child.
~~~The beautiful centerpiece of the bracelet is an asian
flavored picture with the Simplified chinese characters for
either Taiwan or China all designed and hand inscribed
by Sarah K. herself.
~~~The blue sparkling beads on either side are called
"Gallaxy stars" and represent the very large and very
same beautiful starry night that Birthmother, child, and
adoptive mother sleep beneath night after night.
~~~The mother of pearl circle encompassing a beautiful
fresh water pearl in white, blue, or pink; to the right of
"the country" represents the Birthmother and the child
she carried and protected until the adoptive mom could find them.
~~~The empty Mother of Pearl circle to the left of "the country"
represents the Adoptive mom on the other side of the world,
waiting to find or reach the Birthmom and child.
~~~The Red "Emporer's Crystal" represents the invisible
red thread linking the two mothers and baby.
The belief is as follows:
"An invisible red thread connects those who are
destined to meet, regardless of time, place, or circumstance.
The thread may stretch or tangle, but it will never break."
- an ancient Chinese belief
~~~The Hearts at the ends represents the well known
Adoption Creed that most adoptive moms hide in their
heart along with the dream of their child to be.
Adoption Creed
Not flesh of my flesh Nor bone of my bone, But still miraculously My own. Never forget For a single minute: You didn't grow under my heart But in it.
VALUED AT: $25.00
FOURTEENTH PRIZE:
This wonderful "art through Photo" or "Fine Art Photography Print" is also donated from Tisra Fadely Originals and can be purchased at TisraFadelyOriginals. This is an 8x10 photo print titled "Door Knob" is a beautiful display of simplicity through the intricate eye of the camera.
Valued at: $20.00
FIFTEENTH PRIZE:
Another Tisra Fadely Original donation. This beautiful "Fine Art Photography Print" is titled
"Brighton" and is also an 8x10 print. It comes as seen and will only flatter any frame you choose to lend to it for display.
Valued at: $20.00
SIXTEENTH PRIZE:
The last Tisra Fadely Original donated is another Beautiful "Fine Art Photography Print" titled
"Door". It is a beautiful scene balanced by a slightly crooked scene and a bright blue door. This print will make any visitor jealous as they look upon it's beauty.
Valued at: $20.00
SEVENTEENTH PRIZE:
A wonderful, from the mind of Tisra, orginal water color print! This beautiful 8x10 print comes unframed but ready to delight your child's room or any room you choose for it to reside in.
Valued at: $12.00
All of the values in this drawing are approximate and most are given by the those donating the products listed.