On Friday you get to see a post that is possibly my favorite post that I’ve ever done.
The teacher shared the note with me.
celebrate these moms.
They deserve a little celebrating, that’s for sure. 🙂
Who was the mom that launched this series?
And she is one special mama!
Here she is with her husband Brian, Camden (6 years old just yesterday!), and Carson (4 years old).
They are such a cute little family, and this mama works so hard to take care of all of them.
Camden, her oldest, has autism.
His communication delays require therapy, which is where I came in and why I was able to get to know Camden and Candace!
Camden is a sweet sweet boy who has to work so hard to communicate.
And he does work SO hard.
He has made tremendous progress, and working with him was such a gift.
I mean.
SO. STINKIN. CUTE.
DYING AT THE CUTENESS.
She loves her kids fiercely, and she is also an absolute hoot.
I had so much fun getting to know her, and I am so excited that she is the honorary special mama!
I’ve been cooking my date up with Candace since May, and Candace was THRILLED when I told her we were going to get to go shopping together for some great basics for her closet! Candace is one of those mamas that pretty much never buys anything for herself, and so getting to treat her to this shopping spree was more fun than you could even imagine.
I had told Candace that she was going to get a $500 Nordstrom card and she was OVER THE MOON. So, imagine her surprise when I told he she actually had $1000 to Nordstrom!
Yes.
SHE JUST ABOUT LOST HER MIND.
On Friday you will get to see the two of us go on a shopping trip together.
To Nordstrom.
During the Anniversary Sale.
With $1000.
YEAH BABY!
And let me tell you, we did it up right.
We pretty much took Nordstrom down.
Seriously, Nordstrom didn’t know what hit it.
But before you get to see us TEAR IT UP on Friday’s post, I wanted you all to get to know Candace a little bit too. Here she is with her sweet hubby Brian.
I mean, you can’t get much cuter than this couple.
We were talking about the struggles of being a parent of a child with autism, and I said something about the highs being higher and the lows being lower.
She referred to the Psalms and spoke of the comfort and freedom she feels reading the Psalms and realizing it is possible and okay to feel grief, joy, and contentment at the same time.
For example, Camden turned 6 yesterday (read the blog post on his birthday HERE) and this is what she wrote about him:
I adore that kid and accept him completely as he is today. Being his mama is an honor that brings me immense joy. We had a bast celebrating him with Thomas decorations hung around the house, a fun gluten-free caesin-free dinner out, a trip to Toys R Us where he got to choose (BIG DEAL!) three Thomas trains, and a lovely evening swim in our sweet friend’s salt water pool. TONS of smiles! Those kinds of things are in abundance and easy to focus on since there are lots of great things going on with our sweet boy, but…there is a little ache deep down as well. I am always longing to know more and more of what is on his heart and mind. I realize that my boys’ interaction is quite different than “typical” siblings. And I try not to get head of myself wondering what
the future holds for Camden.
I thought her post was just so sweet.
She also shared something with me that I thought was really beautiful.
She talked about how families of children with special needs often experience waves of grief at various times. Working with these kids and their families, I’ve definitely seen that. Grief creeps in at different times, and understandably so. But here’s what Candace said that touched my heart:
Grief may come to visit, but hope has never left our home.
Wow.
Isn’t that just amazing?
Can somebody out there needlepoint that on a pillow? 🙂
Candace and Brian do everything they can to help Camden achieve his goals (numerous therapies, great partnerships with teachers and therapists, healthy/clean diet, honing in on his strengths like music and reading, and challenging him to try new things).
They also pray a lot and have an incredible faith in God.
They celebrate all of Camden’s accomplishments.
And they continue to hope.
(Candace and Brian are so proud of Camden and all the progress he has made in his short little life.
If you want to see an end of year letter she wrote to Camden, click HERE.)
Here’s Candace working with an organization she founded: Counting on Hope.
Fitting name, don’t you think?
If you want to read a little more about Candace and how (and why) Counting on Hope was born, click HERE.
Counting on Hope’s mission is to offer apparel that promotes a message of hope, awareness, and action for autism. And to make you look good wearing it!
I mean, just look how cute one of the tees is!
It’s a super soft tee with a quote from Temple Grandin. You can find the tee HERE.
For size reference, I’m wearing a small.
And you can find other tees HERE for both adults and kids!
I also have THIS shirt and love it! It’s a super soft baseball tee with a really cute fit.
And if you are a mom to a child with autism, then you need to know about THIS shirt. It’s the “Warrior Mom” baseball tee.
So, now that you know a little bit about Candace, I think you will have even more fun seeing us shopping on Friday!
And in addition to the shopping spree we went on, I also had a couple of tricks up my sleeve.
I started thinking a couple of months ago about how Candace had told me time and time again that she pretty much had nothing stylish.
(First of all, she is WRONG. She is darling and looks so cute every time I see her, but she doesn’t typically buy clothes for herself, so she really feels like she is lacking in the style department.)
I started thinking how even though she was getting $1000 for clothes, I wanted to include some more surprises for her that would help her $1000 go as far as possible.
So, I put together a little jewelry starter package for Candace with a couple of my absolute favorite Stella and Dot pieces, along with some other pieces that I knew would become staples for her!
Candace has told me over and over again that “Rome wasn’t built in a day” :), and I knew that as jewelry goes, that simple was going to be best.
I used credits I had earned during online parties, so you ladies shopping enabled me to get the following items for Candace! Thank you!
(I always have an online show open, and you just write in “Sheaffer Sims” as your hostess!)
Here’s what she got from Stella and Dot:
Silver Sanibel Pendant HERE
Green Studs HERE / Kimberly Necklace HERE (the Kimberly is bold, and I’m totally prepared to have to talk her into this!) 🙂
Eden Studs HERE/ Silver Demi Earrings HERE/ Aqua Isla Drops HERE
{Oh…and Stella and Dots new fall line launched on Monday! Click HERE to see it!}
I tell you what, once I got started planning how to celebrate Candace, I just couldn’t stop! In addition to our shopping trip and her Stella and Dot gift package,
I contacted sweet Jenny over at Barrington Bags, and Barrington was SO EXCITED to help us honor Candace too. They provided me with a personalized St. Anne Tote for Candace!
(I picked the brown stripe for her and had them monogram “CR” on it.)
She was TOTALLY pumped!
Click HERE for Candace’s St. Anne tote.
She literally squealed when she saw this bag. 😉
THANK YOU BARRINGTON for helping me to honor Candace!
I loved one of their newest graphics I recently saw.
My goodness all of these blue bags have me swooning!
Just in case you all don’t remember, I have and LOVE a bag that Barrington sent me several months ago. It holds my laptop, folders, magazines, water bottles, and lots of other stuff! It’s the perfect carry-all, and I take it with me whenever we go out of town.
It hasn’t been on a plane with me yet, but it is the PERFECT carry-on.
I have the Nantucket, found HERE in grey chevron
See, here’s my Nantucket. So cute!
(See the super cute Nantucket in one of the blue patterns in the above picture on the far left.)
for you for the next 48 hours!!!
Click HERE. But fair warning. Their site is soooooooo much fun to play around on. You pick a style of bag, you click a color, you click a design, and you see the bag change right before your eyes! SO FUN!
Be
sure to click ‘Apply Coupon’ so the code will
activate.
And then because I still just wanted even more surprises for Candace, I contacted Gorjana and Griffin. I was introduced to their jewelry line in April, and I immediately became obsessed with their classic and timeless pieces. THIS pave bar necklace is probably my favorite (I wear it alone and also love layering it with other necklaces), and I also love THESE earrings.
Anyway, the lovely people over at Gorjana and Griffin also wanted in on this, so they sent three pieces to Candace that can be found in the Gorjana and Nordstrom collaboration.
THIS necklace / THESE earrings / THIS cross bracelet
THANK YOU GORJANA AND GRIFFIN!
These classic pieces are perfect for Candace!
But ya’ll.
There were still a couple of more surprises.
She got a personalized Erin Condren life planner!
The planner is filled with lots of encouraging and motivational quotes, and I got this in a text message from her last night…
LOVE IT! SO TRUE!
Oh…and the last surprise I had up my sleeve.
Mama Candace got a blardigan!
On Saturday morning I was sitting at my computer and all of a sudden had the idea that Candace needed a blardigan! But of course, the anniversary sale ones were already sold out. Boo!
But since there are some in stock (even though they are at full price), I snagged one for her.
Candace, please think of me every time you wrap up in it! 🙂
I mean. SO. MUCH. FUN.
(Photos taken by Shay who I enlisted to capture these fun moments! Thank you Shay!)
So….what do you think Candace is going to end up with at the end of our marathon shopping day?
(Remember, you”ll get to see our shopping spree on Friday!)
And when I got this picture for the score report from a sweet reader, I immediately thought it would be great for Candace.
I mean, a coat for $57.90 is pretty amazing.
Click HERE for this darling navy plaid pea coat.
And speaking of DARLING. I have the cutest readers. Thanks Lyttle for sending this in!
*By the way ladies, if you’ve sent something in for the Score Report over the last couple of days, I haven’t opened them yet! I will open them by this weekend for sure!
I tell ya, I haven’t been this excited about something in a long time!
This mama deserves it!
Click HERE to follow along with Candace on her new blog! It’s going to be a place where she is going to share a little piece of her life.
It will be real. It will be funny. It might sometimes be sad.
But it of course will also be filled with joy and hope. I have no doubt it will be a place of encouragement for many.
Click HERE for the blog.
Click HERE to read a little bit about the first steps in their journey with Camden. I feel so many of you out there will be able to relate.
Click HERE to “like” her new facebook page and follow along that way too!
So make sure you come back on Friday to see us hit up Nordstrom. Like crazy people.
Because me and Candace?
p.s.
I’m going to try my darndest to do a MEN TELL ALL post tomorrow.
However, in order for that to happen, I have to figure out when in the heck
I’m going to watch the show.
Sigh.
Fingers crossed.
😉
p.p.s.
I’m adding this little nugget at 6:42 a.m. because I just saw this recipe on Shay’s blog and all of a sudden want to eat this right now. For breakfast.
It has bacon it, so I feel like I could totally pass it off as breakfast. Right? 😉
Click HERE for this recipe! Yum!
Mix and Match Mama says
I really don't think Candace knows how special she really is. I was truly touched by so many of the things she said yesterday. As a mom, she really motivates and inspires me. I am in awe of her drive and motivation. God bless this sweet mama. (And God bless you for spoiling her rotten and making her day so special. You're such a sweet friend and fabulous speech therapist Sheaffer!)
Candace says
So appreciated and enjoyed the time w/you yesterday! Thank you for the kind words!
Tab & Erika says
Yay yay yay!!! I can't WAIT to read Friday's post! Candace is the sweetest! Hopping over to read her new blog NOW!!
Candace says
You are sweet, Erika! Thank you!
Kimm Atwood says
What an amazing mom Candace is…what lucky little boys! And you girl…what an amazing kind loving person younger to so this for these mothers. Halfway through this I was tearing up,,,,I love to see such wonderful things like this happen for such deserving people!
Candace says
Thanks Kimm! Told my hubby today, "I am a bit more impressive on paper." HA! Like everyone, we have our ups and downs. SO thankful for a hubby who's got my back!
Stacy P. says
What an exciting post! I'm so happy that Candace got this fun time with you! Just reading it made me excited for the next post! 🙂 Have a happy Wednesday-
Sabrina says
Sheaffer!! It's 6:36 in the morning and I'm crying!! What a sweet Mama she is and what a great friend/speech therapist you are. I'm so happy you guys had a fun day together. I can't wait to see Friday's post.
SarahN says
And this is why you are my favorite.
Meghan Hancock says
literal tears in my eyes as I read this today! So inspirational!
Anonymous says
That Candace is so cute! I can't wait to see Friday's post and see you two "tear it up"!
Rachel -Doug Betts says
Best post yet!!
Slightly Askew Designs says
So I should have read that BEFORE I put my mascara on! What a SUPER FUN way to surprise and spoil such an amazing woman! Can't wait to read Friday's post!
Natalie says
This was SO beautiful to read, I shed quite a few tears! I'm so excited for this series and the joy it will bring to all these deserving mamas!
Jan Beaty says
Sheaffer, this is one of the reasons you are my favorite…..just the best in many ways!
Kathy Olson says
That was the best post! God bless Candace and her family, and you for your huge heart of love!
Karen says
Love this! I just bought the Autism tee that you have on in the pic in this post. I'm a fellow SLP and it's quite amazing how these children and their families touch our lives! xox
Sheaffer says
Awwwww! Thank you Karen!!!!!
xoxo,
Sheaffer 🙂
Candace says
THANK YOU, Karen!!! So appreciate your support! Hope you love it!
And a BIG "thank you" to so many of you that have purchased our shirts and "liked" us on FB. Means a great deal to our family!
Candace Russell says
I AM STILL GIDDY, Sheaffer!!! Yesterday was hands-down, the most amazing unordinary Tuesday! So very grateful and humbled for all you've done for me and my family. The gift cards and goodies were over-the-top, and then to have someone help me figure out what in the world to buy was priceless! I had so much fun showing Hubby my new treasures last night. I didn't want to take the blardigan off at bed time, but he thought it was unacceptable to wear my "good clothes" to bed. HA! =) To be honest, I had a mix of elation and trepidation about our shopping trip yesterday. The thought of shopping with tiny fashionistas was a bit intimidating, especially knowing there were going to be LOTS of pictures taken. At NO moment yesterday did I feel anything but support, kindness, and encouragement. IT WAS A BLAST!! I actually think the heart-to-heart over brisket tacos with you and Shay was the highlight. You are beautiful women inside and out! I was thinking…your readers see you get so excited about fashion. Can you even imagine if they saw you in action working with your little speech friends?! =) I loved the many times when you would walk Camden out to our car after therapy while you cheered him on…”Watch what Camden can do! He is so amazing! Isn’t that awesome?!” While I am so thankful for our time together yesterday and the numerous ways you (and your elves) blessed my socks off, the thing I will always cherish most is that you helped my son continue to find his voice.
Sheaffer says
Okay Candace. Now I'm crying. Thank you so much for your sweet words. They mean so much. And like I told you several times yesterday, I hadn't had that much fun in a long time! GO US! 🙂
Kim Kauffman says
This was just the best thing to read ever. I can't wait to read on Friday!
Sarah E @ theteacherswife.com says
I can't wait to read Friday's post to see how else Candace got spoiled! What a fun way to help encourage {and spoil} some hard-working mommas! And the fact that you kept thinking of more and more special items to give her just shows the type of person you are too. So much fun! 🙂
Abby Szklarek says
This is amazing, Sheaffer. You really have a kind heart. I love your blog and I love that you did this for this special Momma. My almost five year old son was born with some complex medical issues that have lead to some developmental delays as he has gotten older. While not exactly the same as Candace's situation, I do understand what it's like to worry and hope day in and day out for what the future holds for my sweet boy. It's hard. But also rewarding to see progress and SMILES. Glad you were able to help this mom take some time for herself. You guys are both amazing!
Anonymous says
Love this post, such a great idea to honor this mom. Moms of these special kids do deserve pampering and boy do you know how to pamper girl! Thanks for sharing with us!
Jan Fisher
TrishCF says
Shay's blog the other day. She is one devoted, sweet mom and I hope all your readers support her blog and her apparel line. I also have a son with autism who just turned seven and it makes my heart melt that Sheaffer went above and beyond to make sure this very deserving woman received a day where she could focus on herself for a change. God bless you and your family, Candice!
Candace says
Thank you so much, Trish! So glad we have been able to connect! Very much appreciate your sweet words!
melissabunny100 says
This post made me cry….I am so gald she got spoiled, and I am so gald you did it! You rock!
Charla Liedahl says
Oh Sheaffer, I'm teary! This is so awesome! I LOVE that you are a SLP and I love that your heart for kids is genuine and true! I have an ASD little guy who is about to be 8 (and a typical 5 year old boy too!)…and I resonate with so many things that Candace is going through. Thank you for honoring her…and for choosing a profession that helps SO MANY people. Our life is richer due to people like you who have chosen such a giving career. We are grateful for the impact therapists have made in our family!
Jenny says
Oh my gosh! How fun!!! What a cool way to uplift another Mom. 🙂 I'm so glad you had Shay take pictures. May we all take note of this and always try and find some way to lift up other Mom's around us.
April Parrish says
Candace seems wonderful and I can't wait to read her blog! Such an awesome way to celebrate this mom. Blessings to you, Sheaffer! and to Candace and her precious family!
Tana says
What a special post! So nice to hear and see someone getting spoiled who truly deserves it!
Sara Laverty says
I am crying already!! This is SO sweet what you've done for Candace! You are so generous and kind and such a sweet spirit!! It is a blessing just to even read about it! You've encouraged me to look for opportunities where I can use my gifts to bless others! Thank you for sharing in your fun day (or a preview — can't wait for Friday!) with us!
Suzie says
You truly are a wonderful person and I can't wait to read on Friday.
If you haven't watched The Men Tall All episode, don't. You will not be able to get that two hours of your life back.
Habitual Spender says
Tears and goosebumps as I read this today! You are such an amazing person. I'm so glad I got lead to your blog to see how truly wonderful you are. I bet you make the best wife, mother, daughter, sister, teacher and friend there is! May God bless you, Sheaffer!!
Sheaffer says
OH MY WORD all of your comments are just too sweet! Honoring a sweet mama like Candace was soooo fun. SHE makes me want to be a better wife and mama.
Seriously, hugs to all of you for supporting Candace and having hearts that are happy to read about somebody else getting honored!!!!! You ladies are all amazing!
LOVE TO ALL OF YOU!
xoxo,
Sheaffer 🙂
Candace says
You seriously have the most amazing followers!! WOW!
Anonymous says
What an incredible thing you are doing for such a super momma!! Thanks for inspiring us to reach out and help those families with kids with special needs. I'm a middle school teacher and this has inspired me to find a mom this year of one of my students who needs an extra lift. You are such an amazing mom and friend to others!!! Keep up the great work!
Kristin
Brittany says
I am married to Candace's cousin. I am SO GLAD that she received this special day. She is SUCH a great mom! She deserved this more than anyone I know. What a great idea, Candace! And, thank you, Sheaffer, for making it happen, for not only her, but other special needs mamas.
And, P.S., Candace, I am totally going to needlepoint that above quote on a pillow for you!
Candace says
THANK YOU, Brittany!! So very sweet of you. And girl, if you say you are going to craft it, I have NO DOUBT! As a sibling to a special needs person yourself, it always touches me to see how big your heart is.
Julie Mills says
As a fellow SLP, I LOVE LOVE LOVE this post!!! I was already a fan of your page, but now I'm an even bigger fan!
Lana says
Sheaffer – you are amazing! I already liked you, but now I think I love you :)! What a wonderful gift you gave Candace. My sister also has an autistic son, so I know how hard things can be for these mama's. Thanks so much for sharing her story and the information about her charity. I'll be heading there now, and sharing it with my sister too. I hope you have a wonderful day!!!!
Lindsay says
How exciting is this??!! What a wonderful story of hope and what a wonderful idea to honor Candace! Sounds like such a fun time. I love her t-shirts!! I'm a school psych in DE so I passed her website on to Autism Delaware b/c I thought other moms might want to order a t-shirt.
Sheaffer says
Thanks so much for passing this on Lindsay! Candace just launched this site, and I know she will be so grateful to all that help her get the word out!!!!!
xoxo,
Sheaffer 🙂
Candace says
THANK YOU, Lindsay!! So kind of you to do!
Rebecca says
Sheaffer, I am a grandmother of 3 boys so I have been around for awhile and I wanted to comment and tell you that you literally blessed my heart today! It is so refreshing to read about good people doing good things for totally unselfish reasons and I thank you for sharing this amazing story. As one gift giver to another, I totally understood how exciting it was for you to be able to do this for Candace! I know she was blessed as well and I know the children you touch are blessed to know you and have you in their lives which in turns blesses their parents. Can't wait for Friday's post! XOXO
Melanie Lien says
Sheaffer, this is so great!! I love that you did this. You are a good woman Sheaffer! I can't wait to read the post on Friday.
Leslie says
I love that you did this for Candice! My daughter has Apraxia, and I understand what she means about the higher highs, and the lower lows. Your thoughts are always on your child and worrying about what their future will be like. It sounds like Camden is going to have such a promising future with a loving mom like her. Thank you for taking care of her!
Kristen says
What an inspiring post! I cannot wait until Friday's post! So fun! This is an encouragement to all of us. Thanks, Sheaffer!
Ashley says
Both of you ladies are amazing people!! I love Candace's outlook – she's so positive. You are such a fantastic person for surprising her with all this!!
Tracy says
I love everything about this post! Can't wait to see your shopping day on Friday!
Shirley C says
Your post made me cry…this was such a wonderful thing you did for such a deserving woman. Bless you!
Darcy says
This is seriously so amazing! I love that you are using your blog and the connections you have made to help out such a deserving mother. Cannot wait to read the post on Friday!
http://www.amemoryofus.com
Robyn Marrie (Robyn's Nest of 5) says
Super post! So sweet and can't wait for Friday! Thanks so much for sharing!
Julie Clark says
I was totally crying. And reading Candace's response in the comments here. Love that you did this. My daughter works with autistic children, and I'm going to forward the site to her. Thanks for everything you do,
Anna Person says
This post is amazing!! Love everything about it! Can't wait to read Friday's post!
christi says
Everyone said it already so ill jist say YOU DID GOOD.
Tiffany Huebner says
Oh my goodness! Now I'm crying after reading Candace's comment. What a sweet, amazing woman. And for you and the companies you mentioned to chip in and do this for her! Amazing. I am so excited for Friday I can barely contain myself.
Mama's of special needs kids are saints.
Megan Kirby says
This is so awesome of you! Us "special moms" tend to have a lot of guilt when doing anything for ourselves, and I'm so happy you could make a day just for her. Her words are so inspirational, and make me want to be a better special mom too. Thank you so much for sharing and all you do!
Anonymous says
AMAZING YOU ARE!!!! JUST AMAZING!!! YES, I KNOW THAT I AM SHOUTING, BUT I WISH I WAS ON A MOUNTAIN TOP TO SHOUT IT LOUDER SO THAT EVERYONE CAN HEAR ME!!! I know all about the tears and all the different strides you have made with my little guy and of course YOU know that YOU and his teachers are my HERO'S. I love you for what you do and what you have done. THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO!!! Amy Kleis
Sheaffer says
Amy, you are so sweet! I love you and your family too. It's amazing how much the people we work with can bless our lives!
xoxo,
Sheaffer 🙂
mel @ the larson lingo says
I AM CRYING. This is my most favorite post you have EVER written. Love, love, love it. You are a gem, Sheaffer!!!!! Candace is one lucky mama!!! Can't WAIT for Friday's post!!!!!!!!
Liz/ says
This is my favorite post you have ever done! You have such a sweet heart and what you have done for Candace and her family is just priceless! Tears….and I can not wait to see Friday's post!
Megan says
This is so neat! I just found your blog last week, so I had no idea about any of this work that you do. I have a daughter with Down syndrome, so I love to see other moms of kids with special needs get something fun. Can't wait to read on Friday!
Unknown says
I think this is my favorite post ever! This is so awesome, you have the biggest heart! I'm teary after reading! Seriously you are so sweet! Katie Allred
Cory says
I love that you use your blog and brand connections for good causes. This post and Candace's comment above had me in tears at work (yes…I occasionally need a PTMT fix at work…no judging!) You are a special person, which is why you have so many loyal followers! Keep it up!
Kim Derryberry Preston says
We were squealing with delight this morning when we read your blog at Candace's favorite preschool! We can't wait to see pictures from her shopping day!!!! What a special lady!
ame says
So awesome! Such a great treat for her! I cannot even BEGIN to understand what she has gone through, but I bet this is going to be one of her best days, and one she remembers forever.
Laurie S says
Oh Sheaffer. Bless your heart for all you and your elves did for Candace! Can't wait to read the Friday post.
Elaine says
That is totally awesomes, I have tears in my eyes. What a special mom. and you are a special person going beyond to make her have a special day just for her self.
Amanda Bajin says
This is such a beautiful post!!! What an amazing momma she must be and such a heartfelt and generous community to honor Candace with all of these goodies!!! 🙂 So excited to see all of the shopping you all did in Friday's post!!
As a teacher, I've been blessed to meet, teach, and learn from many students and families with Autisim and other disabilities. She is truly an inspiration to share her story. Looking forward to my new tee… 🙂
Jennifer Bell says
This is such a beautiful post!! I have a son, Baker, who was born with Down Syndrome and could not have loved this more!! You are two incredible ladies!! The Lord is using you both in a mighty way!! XO!!
boomama says
Love that you did this, Sheaffer – so awesome!
Anne Harvey says
Yep, definitely in tears. Hubby just looked at me like o my goodness what is wrong? I let him read and he had tears. I looked at him with a smile and said seeeee. God has blessed you Shaeffer with the gift of giving and Candace….I don't even know where to start. My niece is autistic and being a Kindergarten teacher, I have worked with students with autism. I always admire and just think, "god knows EXACTLY who to give these blessings to.
Anonymous says
Shaeffer, what an amazing thing to do! I think it's great that you're using your blog to promote this great cause and honor these special mamas!!!! Keep up the great work !!!
Brandie says
I have been reading your blog for a year now and loving it so much! I love your style and your recommendations. But honestly this is by far your best work. This was beyond awesome! Great job!!!!
Crystal McDonald says
So inspiring!! Ima McKinney Kiwanians and Halos Tball is my favorite!!! 🙂
Candace says
CRYSTAL!!!! We loved our experience with the Halos!!! SUCH precious people! I blogged about it here: http://www.countingonhope.com/2014/06/06/first-round-draft-pick/
Crystal McDonald says
Aww so cool! I'll have to share this link with our club! 🙂
Leslie says
What a great post! So sweet of you Sheaffer to bless this special mom! Can't wait to see Fridays post, so excited?
Megan Wichmann says
This is so awesome! I am a special education teacher and I know how much work it can be for parents that have children with special needs. Last summer I was a nanny to a 10 year old boy with autism. He is nonverbal and doesn't use sign language so communication is nearly impossible. I learned so much from him and had such a joy spending my days with him!
Alison @ Get Your Pretty On says
Oh gosh, I needed a tissue warning before this one! Sheaffer! You are an amazingly generous person, I love everything you do. And Candace, you're so incredibly inspiring and beautiful! Loved everything about this!
Sarah says
wow, ditto to Alison's comment, a tissue warning would have been nice 🙂 This was so amazing of you and I love that you do this for some deserving Mama's. I can not wait for Friday's post!
Because Shanna Said So says
This is beyond amazing!! What an awesome experience for Candace and you! Thank you for sharing and I cannot wait to see Friday's post!
B says
Candace IS an amazing Mama, a close friend of mine too!! Thank you so much for honoring her in this way. Awesome job spoiling her and pampering her!!
-Beka
Candace Russell says
Awww…thanks for chiming in, sweet friend!
Lynette says
I was so excited when I was reading this blog I cannot even imagine what it was like to be Candace and receive all those wonderful gifts. The day spent shopping with you and Shay would make me fall over with excitement, not to even mention receiving all those spectacular items. I would bet that you were just as excited to present her with them. I've never met you and Shay but feel I have known you my whole life! Great job, you made my day by just telling us about all the wonderful things you do!
Jill says
Love….just love. All the way around.
Sarah Lewis says
I love this! Temple Grandin is one of my favorite movies of all time. Thanks for sharing and supporting moms like Candace!
Bama Girl in TX says
ok so I was strong this year. I mean I didn't buy a SINGLE thing from the Nordstrom sale (yet). I read all your posts yet nothing drove me to buy. THEN you had to go and post the free shipping from Barrington and suddenly I'm on their page, mixing and matching styles, adding to my cart and buying. I mean, it is free shipping after all. Thanks for sharing!! Looking forward to my houndstooth bag arriving!
Brittney Hess says
Love love love my barrington st ann bag. I use it everyday for work…and it's always my carry on too. I added a cute Pom Pom tassel from furbishstudio.com. So cute.