A Thank You to a Friend

I am dedicating this blog post as a thank you to a customer, fellow wedding professional and friend. 

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There are those moments in life that quickly remind you to fasten your seatbelt, eat healthier, treat others with respect, fight for what you believe in or simply love living.  Those moments seem to mold us into who we are and help us determine where we are meant to be.  For those that have truly grasped this, they are those that usually have fought the hardest, been through more and learned the most.  An act of kindness comes naturally because they have lived, and for that, they will always be remembered. 

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A few weeks ago we were discussing our centerpiece inventory and saying how we needed something new.  Of course we never know what direction to go in because once you've purchased an item that's "in", it's usually no longer the style by the following year.  Keeping up with the current trends can be overwhelming and very costly.  Needless to say, the conversation ended with many ideas, but no new purchases.

A week later, in walks our above mentioned friend with a folder that pictured all of her beautiful inventory for sale.  As Janet looked through the folder admirably, she knew there was no possible way we would be able to purchase it all.  She kindly listened as each item was described, but again, just knew the inventories worth was out of reach.  Our friend went on to say that she would prefer all of the items be sold together and to someone she knew that would use them, as well as take care of them.  Due to illness, she no longer could. 

Wanting to say yes no matter the price under the circumstances, Janet literally held her breath expecting to hear thousands of dollars requested.  Much to her surprise, when the offer was put on the table, Janet immediately agreed.  Our centerpiece inventory wish (amongst other inventory) was answered! 

The following day we met to pick up the items.  Yes, we had seen the folder and yes, the price was fabulous, but... we had no idea what was about to be loaded in our trucks.  Let's simply say that these items were practically given away.  What an honor that we were chosen to purchase these items and be able to rent them to our future brides.  Even though there was an exchange of money, I feel we still owe our friend.  It was evident how difficult it was to let it all go.  However, I know that she fulfilled her wish in keeping all of the items in one location and knowing we will put them to use. 

These acts of kindness are rare and we recognized it immediately.  For that, we thank you.

With sincere gratitude,

The Ladies at Off Broad