Sunday was Magical

I don't really know how to describe it except to say that it was a magical day. It felt magical. It was magical. In the morning, one of my favorite peeps came in.... Kelsyn and her baby girl Ava and her babe Ronnie. They got two orders of french toast waffles. We're still in the testing phase of waffle production but it was nice just to put two orders out on the table and see how long it really takes to make them and for them to eat them, etc. 

And then to watch them enjoy those waffles... Well that just gives me a warm feeling inside that no one can dispute or take away. I love those warm feelings. It's why we are doing warm bakery. You probably ask yourself.... "what the heck is warm bakery? Isn't all bakery warm? " Well, you are right. At one time or another all baked items are warm. But how often do you get it warm in your hand? How many times do you get asked "would you like that warmed up for you?" Well, I want you to be asked every time that you get a baked good at Sweet Mona's. It's the charm of it all.

It's all unfolding right before my eyes. And that too is magical. So many folks have pitched in to help. That is magical. It warms my soul. It warms my spirit. It just warms my entire being. I feel loved and wanted. And I want to share that feeling with all those that come in. Bring me your tire, your hungry, your huddles masses yearning to breathe free! OK, so I'm not Emma Lazarus and it's not my words on the Statue of Liberty. But sometimes that's what I want to convey.... EVERYONE is welcome! and EVERYONE is equal! at Sweet Mona's.

And the people that work with me are so AMAZING! There's Julia who has been here for two years ago. She was just 16 when she started. She's grown into a wonderful, friendly, caring, talented young woman. And Erik! He's been here a year. I call him the Master Temperer. He works with chocolate and the chocolate just plays to his touch and comes alive all bright and shiny! New in the house is Beverly. Beverly rocks with customer service. She's got a great sense of humour and loves working with people. It's the perfect fit. And our newest member of the team is Melissa. Sweet and kind and loving and eager to learn.

The only one left is PJ. She's right now working with us on an externship basis. She's making all the wonderful baked goods. She is really a phenomenal baker. She works fast and gets a lot done. Whether it's cinnamon rolls or Liege waffles, she has got it going on.

It takes the whole team and then some to make this little homey operation work. And help from my family. Two years ago Tony said the chocolate shop really wasn't his dream and he wanted to step back. And he did for a little while but time and time again he comes in and helps me get orders out and things done. He's a natural conversationalist and loves to chat with the customers when he's in the cafe.

This little shop has come a long way. And this is really a new and exciting chapter of our journey. I certainly hope you like how we've come along. We couldn't have done it without you and all of the blessings that have come our way.

Thank you so very much!