The Glow of Good

Sometimes the planets align and everything we put our time and energy into comes together even better than we could have imagined. There’s really no way of knowing when a plan might happen like that but it’s always and pleasant and welcome surprise when it does.

A few weeks back a group of some very special Southern California women gathered in a loft in LA and enjoyed a night of crafting (see photo above), conversing, savoring, and sharing. We talked about photography, creating meaningful (and affordable) gifts and living a life that makes a difference in this world. We feasted on tantalizing delicacies and divine music but above all else, we sincerely enjoyed one another’s company.

During the rush of the season, I wish you evenings of memory making and magic where the glow of good company warms your heart.

 

In light of the goodness that was shared at the memorable LA event, HP is giving away one of their adorable and super-fun Compact Photo Printers to a shutter sister. You know the drill; leave a comment here to be entered into the random drawing. Good stuff!

And... speaking of the magic of a great event, if you think a Shutter Sisters gathering would be something you'd like to attend in the future, let's hear it. I think a Shutter Sisters Summit in 2009 sounds pretty good to me, what about you?

Comments

[Melissa]

I would LOVE to have a compact photo printer. So neat to be able to print your photos at home. I always do last minute projects, and going to pick up prints is sometimes a hassle.

Also, I'm totally new to the Shutter Sisters blog, and I would be ALL for a gathering! Count me in!!

[Shawna]

uhm, yes. a gathering of these wonderful minds, who could resist? i don't think there's a doubt in anyone's mind how awesome that would be!

[bleachusd]

Love homemade gifts...

[Bria]

Count me in! Happy holidays!

[Steph]

I'd love to attend a SS summit! What an awesome idea!

[JeanaMarie]

oh - a printer would be fantastic and so would a shutter sisters summit, i would love to meet some of you in person. But - wow - the distance ...

[Shama-Lama Mama]

Oooh, one of those is at the TOP of my wishlist! Keeping my fingers crossed!

[June]

Shutter Sisters in Hawaii anybody?

[Marcie]

What a wonderful idea!! Does anyone live here in New England???

[Vanessa]

anyone else in Europe?
:D

[Esther]

I think a Shutter Sisters summit would be such a great idea! Preferably in Europe.

[Becky]

As an American living in Europe, having crops/summits are few and far between. I'm happy to announce that I and another 'sister' held our 2nd annual Christmas Card Crop. It was so much fun getting our friends out to be creative. My favorite part is always the fellowship!!

{having a portable printer would be nice too!}

Becky

[Lindy]

Oooh a Shutter Sister summit sounds fab!

[charlotte]

what a fun idea! sounds great.

[Alison-lee]

Just found this site going to have a good look around, would love to win a new printer too!!

[Kylie]

Ohhh, A SS Sumit in New Zealand would be neat! hehe. Any other kiwi's here...?
And a new compact printer sounds awsome too!
Kylie

[Clare]

I would love a compact photo printer!

[cloudscome]

That sounds so fun! I'd love to have an East Coast Shutter Sister's meetup. And what a cool thing to do - make gifts together! Count me in.

I'd love to win that printer too. Great fun!

[Bunny]

I would LOVE a shutter sisters summit! Maryland is a great place...

[Jen]

I would love a gathering!

[cedarhil]

Funny , it must be the season, but my online friends from my scrap-booking site were just talking about the need to meet in person. These women are extraordinary, and we are all anxious to share hugs. It is time for everyone to meet and embrace. You must organize this. It doesn't matter the number who attend! Do it.

[alice]

I love crafting at this time of year :)

[kribss]

shutter sisters summit has my vote!

[kristen]

a SS summit is a brilliant idea! the crafting event sounds like a good one, so does the printer.

[susan]

love all the wonderful ideas!

[Christy]

Replace my finicky printer? That would be lovely. Me please! I"m always up for a road trip to meet new sisters, time and date---I'll be there!

[shelli]

The summit would be fun, if I could afford to attend! And thanks for all these great giveaways!

[Sue Carter]

I love GNO - especially when they involved crafty things! That looked like so much fun.
Michigan is a great place to have a Shutter Sisters Summit!
Love the giveaways! Thank you

[Jess]

What a great giveaway!
I would love a compact printer.
Thanks for all of the constant inspiration!

[Melanie]

A portable printer sounds so cool! :)

[Rachel B.D.]

NYC Metropolitan area would be a great place for a gathering! I think it would be awesome and have a good turnout =)

[kayla]

I love crafting and making homemade gifts this time of year. Sounds like you all had a good time. Thanks for the giveaway.

[Traci]

feeling lucky today! ;)

[lora]

I'm loving the music reference. i may be buying a cd today. =)
Lora

[brittany]

that gathering sounds divine! i really ought to find some other women who love to create so that i can connect with them!

[Stephanie]

wow its fun too see everyone's locations. Michigan here. A little compact printer would be divine. Maybe some of my pictures would make it off the harddrive then.

[camerashymomma]

oh boy, if such a thing as a Shutter Sister Summit existed, i would do my damndest to get there! how cool would that be?!

[deb]

I would go to a Shutter Sister ANYTHING! and I want to join, but am having difficulty to find where to sign up, HELP?

[spencercasa]

i want to win!

[jag]

Sounds like a wonderfully fulfilling evening! I'm wondering how many Shutter Sisters are in the Ottawa area? :-)

Thanks for another nifty give-away...
xox

[Puna]

Thank you so much for the opportunity to win! And I would love to go to a Shutter Sisters World Expo! Count me in!

[Sue]

Great give away!

[Lesley]

A shutter sisters summit sounds fabulous...so do all these giveaways! Have a fabulous monday ~ Lesley

[Alli]

I would love a summit meeting, but probably late in 2009, when the new babe is born and adjusted to life outside the womb. Also, he would want to come along, if possible. But if I can't make it, I still think you should totally do it. I know it would be amazing and just pave the way toward more in the future I can attend.

[patricia]

sounds great!

[Roon]

I would definitely come to a meeting of the shutter sister minds. I can't think of anything more powerful than hanging out with/learning with/observing other like-minded, creative women! Sign me up...

[Courtney]

What a wonderful evening you all had!

[Charlane]

a summit sounds like so much fun!!! I would love to get together with all the people that inspire me

[1momof5]

I would love a compact photo printer. How handy!! And I would love a summit. It's wonderful to get together and share ideas. :)

[Cindy]

I would HEART a photo printer to use with my cub scouts and would love to get together with you ladies.