Cozumel Cruise

Hello Everyone! I am finally getting my land legs back after our cruise to Cozumel. It was wonderful...first class all the way. Heather Powers and her Mom, Bevvie Herman, did an awesome job of putting this cruise together. I know it took lots of long hours of hard work, and we all appreciate it. And a big huge thank you goes to Kim Malone for coming along to help Ralph and I in the shop. Couldn't have done it without ya, kid!

Aside from a nice bout of seasickness, I did great. All of our beads traveled well, also. Being the bead vendor was a very pleasant experience, and the people I met, and the friends I gained were wonderful. I have found that beads are indeed a "universal language", and that being a total beadfreak is not a bad thing at all. In fact, I would go so far to say if you're not a "freak", you don't know what you're missing, and you should become one as soon as possible!

We'll be going on another cruise next April, so start planning now to join us. I don't have any details as of yet, but will soon. Keep watching the site for information.

Another bit of information: Dona Anderson will be teaching at the shop on May 20-21, 2006. She is teaching the Marrakesh Bracelet, and a new piece called Eye of the Storm. The fee is $120, which includes lunch for both days. Space is limited, so call the shop and sign up now (318-442-8666), or drop us an email (beadsus@bellsouth.net).

Customer Appreciation Day is also May 20. Come by the shop and join us for refreshments and a look at some of the new beads I've purchased. (I just can't help myself). We look forward to your visit.

I promise to have some cruise pics up on the site soon. In the meantime, just picture in your mind the purest turquoise blue imaginable, and you'll know what the waters of Cozumel look like.

Thanks, Heather and Bevvie for a wonderful experience. Bevvie, our prayers continue to be with you, and get well soon!