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congrats, hang in there! It will be fine! and all you Arizona girls, get down there and check the place out!
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01-17-2008, 12:14 PM #1
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FINALLY! Open for Business!
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As of tomorrow morning at 10:00 am AZ time, Estrella Mountain Cyclery will be OPEN FOR BUSINESS!!
It has been one heck of a month. It seems like every day has been another battle. Last week my neighbor approached my husband and warned him that I was on the verge of a nervous breakdown. And she was right. Friday night I was a puddle of tears, shaking, and hyperventalating. It was horrible. I actually had my first ever suicidal thought. It was scary, and I hope to never go through something like that again.
But as I always say, what doesn't kill me only makes me stronger. I kept my ironwoman will and pushed forward, and today I jumped through my last hoop. The dreaded building inspector. Though lucky for me- he's a mtn biker!
So tomorrow morning at 10:00 am I get to put up my OPEN sign for the first time. And hopefully all of those who have been driving by will stop in and pay me a visit.
I still have a few things to complete. My outdoor bike racks aren't in. And we are still trying to figure out a fitting room. But at least I can start making some money.
YAY!!!
I want to thank everyone who has sent me their good vibes, and wishes of luck and prosperity. I actually got a card from clock over in England wishing us good luck. That was such a welcome surprise.
Cheers to all.
Ride safe, ride hard, have fun!
Denise
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01-17-2008, 12:19 PM #2
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01-17-2008, 12:27 PM #3
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Yeah and congrats! Its been interesting observing everything you had to go thru. I'm glad you have been posting your journey. Hopefully you are going to celebrate. (I surely would be if I was in your place).
I hope to make it up north one of these days and I've got your shop on the 'must see' list.
Good luck!
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01-17-2008, 12:29 PM #4
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Congratulations! Good on you for sticking through all of the trials and tribulations. I'm sure that your shop will be a smashing success!
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01-17-2008, 12:31 PM #5
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Congrats!!!! I have been following your progress...I would have had that breakdown awhile ago! Glad you made it through...never easy to let your emotions take over, glad you overcame them!
When you mentioned changing room I immediately thought you should use this...and sell them too:
http://www.amazon.com/Guide-Gear-Pop.../dp/B0000B1571
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01-17-2008, 01:28 PM #6
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Hey, congratulations!
I hope they're lined up outside your door at 10 sharp tomorrow!
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01-17-2008, 01:43 PM #7
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ALL RIGHT!!!
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01-17-2008, 01:45 PM #8
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That is awesome.
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01-17-2008, 01:45 PM #9
"Ride lots!"
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That's terrific! Enjoy!
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01-17-2008, 02:04 PM #10
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Congratulations!! Now the real fun begins.
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01-17-2008, 02:16 PM #11
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wahoo
Wahooooeey
Good luck RM & MR RM..Yahooorrryeeeyyy
Pls remember to give yourself some time to yourself somehow! Perhaps another pamper pack wouldn't go amiss..
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01-17-2008, 02:57 PM #12
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HOORAY!
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01-17-2008, 03:35 PM #13
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Congratulations!!! You will do great. Wish I was in Az., I would be one of your first customers.
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01-17-2008, 03:37 PM #14
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Congratulations...If I ever make it to AZ, I will try and go to your store...YEA!!!
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01-17-2008, 03:44 PM #15
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Oh Denise, I am so happy for you! How far are you from Vegas? I'll be heading there the first week in March and was going to go a day early to ride. Enjoy the opening and I hope it's a smashing success!
Dar
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