I really hope you’ve enjoyed this week of Better After Gives Back! I had so much fun doing it. Here are the links to the last few days if you’ve missed anything: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4
Let’s have a quick recap:
– As my blogiversary neared, I decided I’d like to do a little ‘giving back’ as my way of saying thanks to all those who have given to me over the years.
– I decided to do a surprise makeover for someone who could use a little pick-me-up.
– I chose Jessi, a single mom of four girls who moved herself into a tiny, drab bedroom after her divorce so that her girls could have the master bedroom.
– Jessi left town for a few days.
– I assembled a crew of friends and family, and we transformed her bedroom and bathroom into a space that mirrored her spunky, vibrant personality.
We managed to capture her reaction on video! Remember, she had absolutely no idea that anything had happened. (If you’re reading this in a reader, you may need to click over).
Did you like the part where I pop out of hiding, give her a hug, then realize I’m 100% grimy and in no state to be recorded and awkwardly slink away? Ha!
Once again, I have to give huge thanks to everyone that helped. There is no way I could have pulled it off without the help and talents and kindness of Stephanie Alger and her crew, Franki Ely, Laura Earl, Krystal Avila, Dandi Wright, and their families. It was a lot of work, but so rewarding.
And a special thank you to Nicki Willis, who not only worked her tail off making sure everything was perfect for Jessi, she also captured the moment and created the video. Check out her production company Prickly Pear Blooms Productions if you’re in the Phoenix area and looking for a great videographer.
And three cheers for Jessi, who now has a restful retreat full of light and good vibes. I hope she can feel the love of all her family and friends around her every time she walks in, and that she loves it as much as we all love her.
And one more big thanks to these kind-hearted companies who made it possible, Online Fabric Store, RustOleum, Reclaim Beyond Paint, and UGallery.
Till next time!
