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31 Bits

I put a bit of myself out there last night.

I sent out invitations to a 31 Bits party.

It's not a really a big deal. It's not.

It's just do you wanna come over for muffins and orange juice and friendship? and I wanna show you something that excites me.

Except people can buy things.

And I hate doing this kind of thing.

I really do.

So I'm reminding myself it's just muffins and juice and handmade jewelry.

And it's ok.

I can do this.

It'll be fun.

and worth it.

because that handmade jewelry is made my women in Uganda

who want to support their families

who want to see them flourish

and who maybe could use a little bit of support doing that.

I. can. do. this.

Because I believe in family and community.

Which brings me to something else.

There some people I didn't invite

because I've been favoring naps over parties lately.

Because I haven't put the time in.

I feel like I need to give a little

before I take.

Does that make sense?

(Edited to add: This is not a reaction or anyone. I'm not even aware that anyone has complained. It's just a couple of things on my mind, now on the internet for anyone to read.)

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andi
April 6th, 2011 - 02:15

if we lived closer, I would love to come to the party. any chance to hang out with your smiling face. hope you are doing well, dear!
katie
April 6th, 2011 - 13:41

is there a way to look at/order stuff if we don’t come to the party? (i don’t think i was invited, but i feel free to insert myself into any of your parties/activities!) love you!!
Sarah
April 6th, 2011 - 14:08

Katie, I didn’t invite you because I knew you wouldn’t be able to make it. I love that you feel free to invite yourself. That’s the way it should be!
I know that you can order jewelry right from the 31 Bits website (but you’d have to pay shipping.) Or I can send you photos of the jewelry and you can choose what you want.
I don’t receive prizes per piece sold, so to me, it’s just as good whether you buy from the site or from me.
Sarah
April 6th, 2011 - 14:09

Andi, your comment made me smile! I’m so lucky to have internet friends like you:-).
sarah diama
April 7th, 2011 - 15:42

sarah, i’m glad you’re doing this – you’ve thought about it for a long time! and yes, an excuse to hang out, is super fun. you can do it – have fun! i’d be there to support you, even though i don’t wear a hint of jewelry, but for maybe two times a year….. I’m sure you’ll all have a blast