Monday, July 28, 2008

Domestic Violence.... More common than you think

The Department of Justice reported that 3 women die each day in America, killed by their intimate partner. From Jan.1 through June 30, 2008, S.A.F.E. provided shelter services for 66 victims of crime; 15 nonresident clients; and received 206 crisis calls.

It is amazing what S.A.F.E does for victims of domestic violence. Stay tuned for more touching stories to come.

Thursday, July 24, 2008

What is coming for 2009????

Good Morning Everyone!
Rhonda and I are making plans for the 2009 Mama's Got A Brand New Bag! After last year's successful event we are SO excited about the things to come for next year. The sky is the limit so expect much bigger and better things for this year!!! So remember be collecting your purses and mark your calendar for May 5th, 2009! It is going to be a fun "Girls Night Out". We will also be having a purse drive in October so hang on to all those great purses! Thank you all for all your support Rhonda and I could not do this without each one of you!

What is Mama's Got A Brand New Bag?

Did you spend a lot of money on that Original Designer Handbag? Need a new style but don't have the extra cash to buy another one?

Designer Purse Auction can be fun and profitable at the same time. Imagine being surrounded by the latest trends in gorgeous designer and designer inspired purses...throw in a few friends while making money for a worthy cause and you've got Designer Purse Auction!

Let me explain a little… we are asking everyone to donate their gently used designer purses (Dolce & Gabanna, Prada, Louis Vouitton, Burberry, Brighton…the good stuff) and then we are going to auction them off in a live and silent auction. We are going to donate all the money to SAFE a local domestic violence shelter.

We need your help - search your closet and bring me any "Gently Used" designer purses you may have. Spread the word to all your friends and their friends, and before you know it we can really make a difference. Feel free to forward this email to anyone you know who might be interested in helping us.

Domestic violence is a serious problem. It is the most common cause of injury to women ages 15 to 44. Victims may suffer physical injuries such as bruises or broken bones. They may suffer emotionally from depression, anxiety or social isolation. It is hard to know exactly how common domestic violence is, because people often don't report it. There is no typical victim. It happens among people of all ages. It affects those of all levels of income and education. If you have not personally been a victim, chances are you know someone who has, or is currently in this situation.