Karen Biko is Jazzed!!
Random thoughts, delights, and opinions…
Another “Party”
Here we go again I thought, another one of those parties where you go and get introduced to another product and then you get your chequebook out and buy stuff. I was prepared for that. I understand the social marketing aspect, I understand social proof, I understand we all end up buying something to help our friends. It’s sort of a ritual these days as more and more of these parties seem to constantly appear. What I wasn’t prepared for was how much fun I had.
Times are tough right now for many people and Bill and I have been cutting back, saving our pennies, and going without many things. So when my friend Bonnie invited me to this party, initially I thought, I cannot afford to just go buying jewelry, but then I decided maybe it was time for me to go and just do something for me. It looks like things are turning around and I do love jewelry!
So I committed and waited for the day to come, several times debating whether I made the correct decision. Finally event day was here and now there was no turning back. So not only did Bonnie have a great spread of treats for us to munch on, but the display of Jewelry hit the right spot as well. After so long without it, I was in the mood to shop.
The Jewelry is Lia Sophia, and is new in Canada. Our presenter Sharryll was personable, relaxed, and very excited about this line, after seeing it, I understood why! She showed us the versatility of the pieces, and I was pleased to find that not only were they well made, but they were beautiful. Using crystal, shells, wood, and semi-precious stones, the jewelry is not only sophisticated but fun too. I found myself with some hard decisions on what final pieces to buy…there was so much to choose from!
That was not the only surprise for me. I actually had fun at the party. I’m not sure if it’s because I’m an entrepreneur, and networking has become just a part of what I do, but I enjoyed meeting the other ladies. I enjoy finding out what people do and hearing about them. I even met a fellow artist at the party. She had put out her brochures about an upcoming show she is having, it’s today, so I think I will swing by it to see.
So I came to a decision. These “parties” can be a good thing. An opportunity to get out and meet people, share ideas, and grow. Not to mention SHOPPING! So yes, I will go to other events like this, and yes, I’ve booked a Lia Sophia party at my house (July) and yes, I will meet more new fun people. Let me know if you want to come and shop…
I had such a good time at the party I still feel energized a few days later, and I can’t wait for my order to come in. I’ve added a link to Sharryll’s webpage under Shopping, so go and take a look. I think you will agree that the Jewelry is beautiful.
Lia Sophia Website
∞∞∞∞and that’s What Karen Biko is Jazzed about for This week of April 2010∞∞∞∞