Post by breezymeadow on Nov 1, 2010 17:00:43 GMT -5
Here it is, back for its 4th glorious year – the “Breezymeadow Gourmet Goodie Box”. Think along the lines of artisinal pastas, sauces, pickles, chocolates, bread mixes, dip mixes, specialty crackers, relishes, spice mixes, soup mixes, candles, soaps, little horse-related items – whatever strikes my fancy as I cruise the wonderful little markets & shops of Culpeper, Warrenton, & Middleburg, Virginia with you in mind. While I guarantee a bare minimum of $100 in goodies, all previous goodie boxes went well over $200 in cost (2009 was just shy of $300 in value). And if that isn’t enough of an enticement, here are the thank-you notes I received from the past years’ winning bidders:
CANTER Auction Winning Bidder 2007
“Thank you so, so much for the holiday box. It arrived Christmas Eve, and I saved it 'til Christmas Day to open. I opened different things throughout the day - it really made my day.
I am STUNNED at how much you put in the package, and I loved everything. You obviously thought carefully about each purchase. Again, it was an overwhelming box.
I tore into the chocolates right away, I fixed myself some little toasts with various toppings, I have the writing pads out at my desk, the Middleburg book is now on my "to read" pile, and I spent Christmas day leafing through the Middleburg newspapers you enclosed. I LOVED them. The candle I opened and put in my kitchen - it smells great. I can't wait to bake the scones (maybe tomorrow....), and I had to put the biscotti on my pantry shelf to avoid devouring them immedidately.
Like I said, the box was incredible, and I thank you so, so much. You made my Christmas.”
CANTER Auction Winning Bidder 2008
“It's here! What a wonderful collection of thoughtfully selected items! Hubby and I love each and every item that you choose for us! I can't wait to read the cookbook and the journals, esp. the stallion issue :-) I've been planning when I'm going to bake the scones and make the pasta. Lots of the other treats will be consumed over Christmas. Thank you for making our Christmas so special and thank you for your continued contribution to CANTER. I have a feeling that if you offer this treat at the next auction, I'll be bidding!
Thank you again and Merry Christmas.”
CANTER Auction Winning Bidder 2009
“The Goodie Box arrived and it is FANTASTIC! I had such fun unwrapping each item - and there was so much :-) I especially love the writing pads and soaps. I could tell that you spent a lot of time picking out everything and we love all of your choices. Steve and I were planning on eating out the night the package arrived, but once we saw everything that was in there - we decided to have a feast at home...such wonderful snacks. You've provided us with such special treats for two years now that I think I'll have to try for a third time if you donate this terrific package to the CANTER auction in 2010.”
While I’ll begin shopping for this right away, winning bidder is encouraged to let me know of any strong personal preferences – i.e. allergies, don’t like spicy foods, “I’d rather eat worms & die than eat pickled vegetables”, etc., etc. Since I only buy things that I’d enjoy myself, if I have to replace anything I purchase before bidding is over, it won’t go to waste – LOL!!!
Unfortunately, bidding is restricted to U.S. residents only, & shipping is on me!! Keep the ponies in mind when placing your bids – I promise I won’t disappoint you!!
CANTER Auction Winning Bidder 2007
“Thank you so, so much for the holiday box. It arrived Christmas Eve, and I saved it 'til Christmas Day to open. I opened different things throughout the day - it really made my day.
I am STUNNED at how much you put in the package, and I loved everything. You obviously thought carefully about each purchase. Again, it was an overwhelming box.
I tore into the chocolates right away, I fixed myself some little toasts with various toppings, I have the writing pads out at my desk, the Middleburg book is now on my "to read" pile, and I spent Christmas day leafing through the Middleburg newspapers you enclosed. I LOVED them. The candle I opened and put in my kitchen - it smells great. I can't wait to bake the scones (maybe tomorrow....), and I had to put the biscotti on my pantry shelf to avoid devouring them immedidately.
Like I said, the box was incredible, and I thank you so, so much. You made my Christmas.”
CANTER Auction Winning Bidder 2008
“It's here! What a wonderful collection of thoughtfully selected items! Hubby and I love each and every item that you choose for us! I can't wait to read the cookbook and the journals, esp. the stallion issue :-) I've been planning when I'm going to bake the scones and make the pasta. Lots of the other treats will be consumed over Christmas. Thank you for making our Christmas so special and thank you for your continued contribution to CANTER. I have a feeling that if you offer this treat at the next auction, I'll be bidding!
Thank you again and Merry Christmas.”
CANTER Auction Winning Bidder 2009
“The Goodie Box arrived and it is FANTASTIC! I had such fun unwrapping each item - and there was so much :-) I especially love the writing pads and soaps. I could tell that you spent a lot of time picking out everything and we love all of your choices. Steve and I were planning on eating out the night the package arrived, but once we saw everything that was in there - we decided to have a feast at home...such wonderful snacks. You've provided us with such special treats for two years now that I think I'll have to try for a third time if you donate this terrific package to the CANTER auction in 2010.”
While I’ll begin shopping for this right away, winning bidder is encouraged to let me know of any strong personal preferences – i.e. allergies, don’t like spicy foods, “I’d rather eat worms & die than eat pickled vegetables”, etc., etc. Since I only buy things that I’d enjoy myself, if I have to replace anything I purchase before bidding is over, it won’t go to waste – LOL!!!
Unfortunately, bidding is restricted to U.S. residents only, & shipping is on me!! Keep the ponies in mind when placing your bids – I promise I won’t disappoint you!!