The Sherry-Time Project

Fundraising campaign by Danielle LaRose
  • CA$1,450.00
    raised of CA$3,000.00 goal goal
48% Funded
20 Donors

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It's Sherry's Big Day!!!!

Sherry LaRose, the wonderful woman we all know and love, is approaching her 50th birthday. On and around March 31st, I'm sure that many people will be planning to treat her or buy her something special to commemorate her life and her being in our lives.  We all want to express to her just how much she means to us, but it is so often difficult to find the right gift or event to properly express our gratitude and make her feel truly appreciated and loved. Gift shopping can be stressful and time consuming, especially for such an important birthday. I think me and Kara have come up with a fantastic solution to the gift conundrum that will show her, in huge force, how much she means to all of us.

Thinking of what to buy as a gift?

 Now, we all know that Sherry is notoriously terrible at devoting time to her self. Her number one priorities have always been her daughters, family and friends, and she is a devoted work-a-holic.... ahem, career woman. Many of you will know that she has been putting others first and herself second her whole life, a generosity which has made her the rock of her family, a treasured friend, a loyal and dependable co-worker, and the most incredible woman I will ever know. I know that all of us are honored to have her in our lives and struggle to find the words to express our deep appreciation for her constant love and steadfast friendship. However, much as we all adore her, I also know that pretty much every one of us would love to finally drill the idea into her head that she needs to take more time for herself and enjoy all the life experiences and adventures she dreams of having! So, Kara and I have put our heads together to create The Sherry-Time Project. It is my sincerest hope that you will be as excited about this as we are and will want to be a part of it.

What IS the "Sherry Time Project"?

As most of you probably know, I have been living permanently in the UK for the last 3 and a half years, and Sherry has never been able to visit me here. She has always said that when she does, she wants to take full advantage of being on that side of the world and take enough time off to visit all the beautiful places in Europe she’s always dreamed of seeing. However, her life just hasn’t allowed her to take the time off work or save the money she would need to make this trip a reality. I’m afraid that, to her, it has become an impossible dream that would be exhausting to plan.  For her 50th birthday, I am hoping to eliminate all of the stresses of saving and planning for her dream trip, but I can only do it with your help.

What has been planned already?

As the European source of know-how, I’ve been able to act as her secret personal vacation planner. I’ve created a “Choose Your Own Adventure” book for Sherry, complete with all the information she’ll need to custom build her dream holiday, from inter-country train fare options to where to find the best glass of wine in Tuscany, so she doesn’t have to lift a finger. She can flip through the book and choose what she would like to do and then her only decision is when to do it! This way, the major stress of planning a trip to a foreign country (or several countries for that matter!) is eliminated.

What you can do to help?

In order to make this a truly stress-free experience for Sherry, I need your help to raise the funds to allow her the freedom to create and embark on this once in a lifetime adventure without the worry of financial boundaries, truly the way all once in a lifetime adventures ought to be enjoyed. Kara and I are working very hard to save up the money, but I thought this would be an amazing opportunity for us all to come together and present her with a truly amazing gift from all of the people who’s lives she has enriched.

As I said before, I know many of you thoughtful souls will have been thinking about what kind of gift to give Sherry for such a monumental birthday. You could buy her all sorts of knickknacks or jewelry or physical gifts, but by donating to The Sherry-Time Project, you will be able to say that your gift was to send her abroad for the time of her life! Any amount is accepted, no donation is too small, and the fundraising site is completely safe and managed by PayPal and myself. Think of it this way; rather than buying Sherry a bottle of wine to enjoy in Red Deer, with $10, you could buy her a bottle of wine in Tuscany for her to enjoy on a warm evening looking out at the very vineyard where it was grown and crafted. I know I love being able to picture her with her feet up, really enjoying herself and building lasting memories, so here are some other examples of what you would be giving Sherry.

  • $5 buys her entry to London’s famous Tate Modern Art Gallery
  • $10 buys her an authentic British Fish and Chips lunch
  • $20 buys her an evening boat trip down Paris’ River Seine
  • $50 buys her a train ride through the Scottish countryside
  • $100 buys her a nights stay in a seaside Spanish Villa

And the list goes on!

Want to share the experience with her?

I also wanted to have a way to thank you for your generosity and find a way for you to share in Sherry’s adventures once the trip is planned and is underway. In keeping with the theme of her 50th year, if you donate $50 or more to the Sherry-Time Project, as a thank you, you will receive a postcard from Sherry telling you exactly how she used your donation. I’m sure she would want to thank each and every one of you by sharing her stories with you, the stories you have allowed her to live.

How else can you be involved?

If you have a particular place or event in Europe that you've loved or have heard about and would like to suggest to Sherry, don't be shy! We will still be compiling the "Choose Your Own Adventure" book as we approach her birthday, so just shoot me an email if you have any ideas or suggestions you wish to make!

Also, if you would like to be included on a newsletter mailing list, I can update you on our online progress and invite you to other project events (concerts, art nights, etc) which may be happening while I'm in Red Deer in March. 

When can you contribute?

The site will be up and running from March 1st to April 5th, so if you are interested in donating, please do so before the site is taken down. Please do pass this email on to anyone else that may know Sherry whom we have not been able to contact. The more people we can get involved in this project, the better!

Don't forget; this is a surprise gift! We will be presenting her with the book on her actual birthday and will then be revealing the final tally from the fundraiser on April 5th before I return to England. 

I know that, no matter what, our combined efforts will make her to feel truly loved and appreciated, so thank you SO much in advance for your generous gifts, ideas, and warm wishes for Sherry's birthday.

 

Love Sherry's Daughters,

Dani and Kara

Rewards

In honor of her 50th birthday, donate $50 or more and Sherry will send you a personalized post card from her travels, showing you what you were able to treat her to! Don't forget to leave your address when you leave your donation!

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  • Fay Cherepuschak
  • Donated on Apr 04, 2013
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  • Nana Mowery
  • Donated on Apr 03, 2013
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  • Donna Reid
  • Donated on Apr 01, 2013
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Mar 30

Tomorrow's The Big Day!

Update posted by Danielle LaRose at 03:37 pm

Hello again everyone. Just wanted to quickly remind you that Sherry's 50th birthday is tomorrow!! We will be celebrating here with the family for her big day and Easter as well. We will be presenting her with her Adventure Book tomorrow and telling her about the fundraiser. I will NOT. . . . .

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Mar 15

The Eagle Has Landed: Week 2

Update posted by Danielle LaRose at 12:45 am

  Well, I've arrived safe and sound from the UK and hopefully I'll be able to shake this pesky jet lag soon. I just wanted to let you all know that I'm in the country again, so if you have any donations you would prefer to give in person rather. . . . .

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Mar 09

First Week

Update posted by Danielle LaRose at 10:29 am

Hello everyone! I wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who's donated in this first week of the fundraiser. I am so thrilled that so many of you have come on board and showed your excitement and support, not only by contributing, but also by spreading the word. . . . .

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20 donors
  • Fay Cherepuschak
  • Donated on Apr 04, 2013
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  • Nana Mowery
  • Donated on Apr 03, 2013
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  • Donna Reid
  • Donated on Apr 01, 2013
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  • Janice Jeffries
  • Donated on Mar 31, 2013
CA$40.00
  • Terry Kawahara
  • Donated on Mar 29, 2013
CA$20.00
  • Your Seestor...Tracey
  • Donated on Mar 24, 2013
  • Happy Birthday Sis! You are only 50 once! Enjoy! Hugs and much love, Your little sis, Trace

CA$50.00
  • Crystal Sugden
  • Donated on Mar 23, 2013
  • wishing you a wonderful birthday. I know you will have the most fantastic vacation ever!!!

CA$25.00
  • Brenda Barrett and family
  • Donated on Mar 18, 2013
  • Have a great holiday. Love ya

CA$100.00
  • Lynda Houseman
  • Donated on Mar 17, 2013
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  • Lynn Shortt
  • Donated on Mar 15, 2013
  • Welcome to the over 50 club!!!! It's really not so bad.....although the body sometimes complains a whole lot more! Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday Dear Sherry, Happy Birthday to you....and many more!!!!!!

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CA$1,450.00
raised of CA$3,000.00 goal
48% Funded
20 Donors

No more donations are being accepted at this time. Please contact the campaign owner if you would like to discuss further funding opportunities