Today marks 6 years without our mom, Kristin. It has gone by so fast, and yet so slow too.
If you're new here, our mom started this entire company from just a shoe box of stickers in our basement! You can read all about our story here: https://www.acherryontop.com/articles/help/3069
Cancer took her away from us too soon, but it can’t take away this beautiful legacy she left us. A Cherry On Top is not just a craft store to us, it's a piece of our mom.
So in her honor we want to plant some trees today with One Tree Planted. This non-profit organization plants one tree for every dollar donated. You can even choose the area you wish to plant your tree. This is something our mom would have loved to be a part of, being a gardener herself and loving to give back. We would love for you to join us by planting a tree or two, whether to remember Kristin or your own loved ones. https://onetreeplanted.org/
It is so hard to believe it has been 6 years. Many ((hugs)) and my love to all of you. Your mom would be SO PROUD of how you have not only carried on her legacy but how you have made it thrive and grow. It is truly a special place, started by a special lady, and continues to live up to her vision each and every day.
Off to go and have some trees planted in her name.
Off to go and have some trees planted in her name.
I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. No doubt she is so proud of you all, you have an amazing family oriented company and that shows and flows on this message board. What a wonderful idea to plant trees, I'm saving the site and will read all about it and plant trees also in memory of loved ones!
~~Sandy~~
Wow! Can’t believe it was 6 years ago. I am sure you all still miss her terribly. She started a great company which you have continued and grown. She would be so proud. Hugs to you all!
Leslee
Big hugs to the entire family and to the Cherry Community. Kristin was such a remarkable woman and we all miss her. Thanks to Kristin we have the best on-line store and the best message board and gallery.
big hugs to you all! i know she'd be so proud of you planting trees in her name is a wonderful thing to do!
*Stacy*
Big hugs to you and family. I was not here in those days but your Mom left behind a wonderful legacy and gift that you are so beautifully carrying on. I can not overstate what this community did for me and my well being during the very scary days of the pandemic. It was such a blessing to stumble upon this, not an accident I'm sure. I will head over and plant trees in your Mom's memory out of my love for ACOT and all that you continue to do or all of us.
Kristin
"Be the Change You Wish to See in the World"
"Be the Change You Wish to See in the World"
I am planning on planting a few trees in my yard to revamp the landscaping. I will make tribute to your mom, and other women who have left this world too soon. A beautiful pink saucer magnolia. It blooms and opens its petals wide and large in very early spring, “up” before the other flowers awaken. It’s bloom time is unfortunately short, and it’s lovely petals fall. In its place, thick green leaves and comforting shade. Now when I will look at it, it will have a purpose. You have made your mother proud, she is always with you, Rachel.
I wish I'd been able to meet your mother, but I feel like I can honestly say that she look down at you guys with pride and love. ACOT has given me so MUCH joy- wether I'm browsing and buying, or looking through the gallery, or making some amazing friendships - THIS ONE PLACE has become a home of sorts for me! ESPECIALLY when I've been struggling through some personal issues- I've found outstanding, caring folks here, and it's been a blessing to be here! Family is VERY important to me, and I can tell that you guys hold that same value! Hugs to you ALL! I'm a Cherry for life!
Every year, I love hearing the story of how it all began. You most definitely honor your mom everyday with everything you do through ACOT. I feel the love and care with every interaction I have. She would be so proud without a doubt! (((big hug)))
Doing all the crafty things.
{{{HUGS}}} to all of you! I can tell your mom was a very special person. I’m sure she’s looking down here and is very proud of how you’re carrying on her legacy! ACOT is a very special place and I’m so very glad I found it! Thank you for making it so special!
Sending hugs to all of you today! Hard to believe it's been 6 years already. Your mom is beaming down and smiling knowing that you are all together and carrying on her legacy.
Sending so many hugs! Planting a tree is such a beautiful way to honor and mark the day!
Cancer sucks!!
Take care!!
Cancer sucks!!
Take care!!
Suzann
Thinking of you and sending hugs. This is a very special place and she would be proud of all of you!
Hi everyone! My name is Susan and I love to scrapbook!
Hugging you all in my thoughts today! What a beautiful legacy. Thank you for sharing your mom and her journey with us. Thank you pouring your heart and hard work into this community.
It is hard to believe that it has been 6 years since your Mom's passing. I know that she would be immensely proud of how you all have continued to pour into what she started! It is all thanks to your Mom that we have this amazing scrapbook store - but more than that a community of supportive friends who are more like family. It is my honor to donate to plant trees in memory of your Mom!
Rebecca
Your Mom was amazing and she would be so proud of how you are all keeping her dream alive. Sending big hugs and smiling at all of you!
Laura
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