This really has nothing to do with me and I can't even relate to it, but I just came across it and I think it is a great idea so I wanted to write about it here. Some people in Saskatoon have started an organization called The Princess Shop. Here is what they say they do:
The Princess Shop is a nonprofit organization based in Saskatoon SK and established in 2007. The project's mission is to provide less-fortunate female students with a beautiful gown for their Grade 12 graduation.The founders of the The Princess Shop hope to build confidence in Saskatoon's female youth and create a memorable graduation experience for all girls.The Princess Shop... where princesses prepare for the Royal Ball.
I think this is a great idea. Like I said, I can't really relate because I don't have any old dresses or anything but Grade 12 graduation is such a big day for students and to be able to help those who are a bit less fortunate is such a great idea. If anyone wants to donate no longer worn dresses, bridal dresses, gowns, makeup, jewellery and now they are even taking wedding dresses! They are opening up a drop off spot on 21sts street soon, but for now you can email them at the.princess.shop@shaw.ca to tell them you have a dress or other items for them. They also have a group on Facebook so if you like this idea join the group to show your support.
I sometimes (maybe often depending on who you talk to) wish I was better off than I am. But man, when I really think about it I am so blessed it is unreal. I have a house, a good job, a car, a lovely wife whom I love, a great family and a relationship with my loving God! What could I possibly complain about...the fact that I don't have a larger TV, don't have cable, or don't go on three vacations per year to some hot island? Sometimes I wonder if God looks at me and wonders why I keep asking for blessings as if I've got nothing. Shiela reminds me often that I sometimes get materialistic and I tell her I don't, but when a person looks at what he has compared to so many others and yet still wants more...how can that not be materialistic. I need to be more thankful!
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Wow... thanks for the shout-out, Sheldon. I am one of the co-founders of The Princess Shop, and we were featured on the front page of the Star Phoenix today... out of interest, I googled The Princess Shop to see what came up, and your blog was one of the links. I see that you wrote this in December. How did you hear about the organization? It is very exciting to see how far the cause has reached already and how enthusiastic our supporters are!
Take care,
Ainsley
Vice President, The Princess Shop
the.princess.shop@shaw.ca
Hey Ainsley,
I haven't seen your article today yet but I'll definately take a look at it. I first heard about The Princess Shop through a Facebook group that a friend had joined. I thought it was a great idea and a way to help out those who are less fortunate and so I wanted to write about it and help spread the word. FYI, lately I have had quite a few people come to my site because they have been googling The Princess Shop Saskatoon, so the word is getting out! Excellent idea and I hope it grows exponentially!
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