C'Mon! Be a Company Girl!

Ladies, ya'll have simply overwhelmed me with your response to my invitation to be Company Girls!

I really and truly thought I might have 5 or 6 people along for the "Sanctuary is in the Small Things" adventure.  And just look how many of you have chimed in to create everyday sanctuaries for your families!  It tells me that there is a much bigger circle of friends than I ever thought possible and it just warms my heart. (sniff!)

If you are new to Home Sanctuary, I want to welcome you and make it a little easier to figure out what the Small Things "challenges" are all about.  I can hear you saying, "I thought I heard something about points and prizes....."

Here's what you need to know so you can start participating!

How do I become a Company Girl? 

Simply email me. Tell me you want to join in.  I'm finding that's easier to keep track of than through the comments.  If you left a comment, I WILL get you added, too.

Why Become a Company Girl?

The short answer is:  just because we like each other's company and everything is better with a friend along.

Can non-bloggers join? 

Of Course!  Again, leave me an email letting me know you want to join in.  And then participate with your comments and emails!

What are Small Things? 

Read here and here to find out! 

Do I need any special supplies? 

Here's a short list that will help you get things done easily.  From time to time, I will let you know if there is something else you might need to participate.

How do you keep score? 

You are on an honor system to add the points you earn with each Small Thing you do.  Here is a Download SanctuaryJanuary.pdf to make it easier! (Thank you, Elle, for making it.)

What happens if I miss some days? 

Don't worry, you can catch up during the month.  I will try and add enough ways to get points that you don't have to stress out over it!

Can I get my kids to help? 

Absolutely, YES!  Families should share ownership in creating their own special refuge.  There's no better team than the home team!

What are the prizes? 

You know I can't tell you EVERYTHING!  Let's just say I've been given some awesome things that I will roll out each month.  You'll want to stay tuned!

What if I can't do a Small Thing on the day it's assigned but I can the next day?  Can I still get points?

No points, sorry.  For now, you can just enjoy that warm feeling that you did a small, but important thing for your sanctuary.  Better late than never!  (Part of MY problem is procrastinating in doing those little things and I'd hate for anyone else to succumb to my nemesis.)

On a final note, the Small Things I am sharing are literally things off of my own "To Do" list.  Like your lives, my life is a juggling act.  I will try and answer emails and update the Company Girls list as best I can in a timely manner, but as I said, I THOUGHT I'd only have a handful of new friends!  You've blessed me immeasurably with your excitement and your hearts for creating home sanctuaries.  I know God will "establish the work of our hands" as we commit this year to Him! 

Thanks for coming along for the ride.

Comments

[Laurel Wreath]

Im in =)) Would love to be a company girl (I just love that term).

Blessings.

[Heather]

Thsi is so sweet and lovely. Absolutely. I read everytime you post, though I seldom have time to comment. Life is just too busy.

[Meg]

I would love to join the company girls. I've so enjoyed your blog. Thanks for your invitation.

[kittyhox]

Count me in!!

[Shelley V.]

I don´t have a blog, but feel privileged to be one of the company girls (o: Thanks.

[Nicole]

How fun!! Would love to be a company girl. Count me in :)

[katherine@raisingfive]

My, whose BEAUTIFUL GIRL is that on the left??

Glad to be your CG!

Love to you!

Kath

[Suzanne Z.]

What a sweet memory of your girls. Count me in company girl!

[Mrs. Jules]

Hi Rachel Anne,

I'm fairly new to blogging, but have been visiting your delightful site for quite some time.

I'd love to be a Company Girl. Thank you for the invitation and please come visit us at Casa de Jules anytime.

[Angie]

What a heart warming posting! I just love that -- "company girl." :) I think that story will make me smile the rest of the day.

[Elaine]

I want to play. Your blog inspires me. -e.

[Candace]

I really enjoy your blog and actually have you on my blogroll. I would be honored to be a Company Girl.

[Wendy]

Count me in too!

What beautiful pictures!

[Kelly Sites]

HI,
Thank you for not leaving out us NON BLOGGER gals. I would love to be a Company Girl. I love your blog and check daily for your pearls of wisdom. I still love your Victoria Beckham posts the best. :)

Kelly in Michigan ( a non blogger, but lover of blogs) (maybe this year, I'll branch out and start a blog)

[jessica]

I LOVE your blog - You know I do - so count me in!

[Melody]

I would love to be a Company Girl. I am a faithful reader of your blog and always find your posts so insightful.

[Sue]

Hi Rachel Anne,
Just came by from your comment at Mrs. Jules and must say I'm loving your blog. You had me with the Posh hair cut story, I can so relate.....
I like your blog so much that I filled out the TypePad sign in thing when usually I'm too lazy and just breeze by TypePad blogs~~~~~~not something I'm proud of but true.
I'll be back.
Sue

[Dana]

I love your blog so yes, please let me be a company girl too!

[Shelley]

Me Me Me!!! I want to be a company girl!!! I have started using that with my girls when I take one of them with me somewhere. I just LOVE that idea!!
Have a very very Merry Christmas!!

In HIS Mighty Grip
Shelley

[First Lady]

Rachel Anne, I would be honored to be a CG. I'm in!!!

[Mrs. H.]

Only if you'll be mine, too!

[Lane]

I'm in too! It's so nice having company!

[Laura]

I'd be honored. I just love the name "company girl". I love to have company to do things and I enjoy coming by your blog.

[kelli in the mirror]

I don't have a blog anymore, but I'm still your company girl! I'm so glad I got to meet you last year, because I didn't start reading until then, and now you're one of my very favorites. :)

[MollyCoddled]

I still consider you one of my favorites too! Hope I'm one of your company girls.