Keeping it real...

[brezofleur]

I think it's a smart thing to be a thrifty shopper...I know I am! If I find something cute, my first thought is "can I make this?" And if so, will my cost be less than the purchased price/cuter/mean more?

Besides, there are SO MANY cute things at Home Goods that are much less and the same thing online.

[MandiesMom]

Yes, I really really hope people who are thinking about joining will join. Please don't worry about how much you can or will spend. As long as you meet the minimum requirement, that's all ANY of us can expect.

And, again...the experience is what I'm in it for. Just chatting, meeting, and having fun with everyone. I might "talk a lot" according to Kendra but I really don't have a lot of friends here..I'm hoping to change that

The experience, IMO, is priceless. I sure hope everyone that wants to join does join. Besides, we need some more girls in this thing.

[brezofleur]

Exactly. It's the experience! I don't think anyone this time around is going to spend hundreds...and it's not the monetary value that's important.

[southernbelle04]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

Hi all .

I think it's important to remember the spirit and intention of the GE - it was created for having fun, connecting to others, and for giving/receiving special little gifts for our yorkies.

The minimum to participate in the GE is $40. Years ago, the GE participants really tried to spend closely in the ballpark of whatever the current limit was...sure people went over a bit, here or there, but they generally stayed close to it. And during those GEs, we had TONS of members participating...so many people! And they had a blast.

When people start spending $100, $200, $300 or whatever - it ostensibly locks out a huge portion of members who would like to participate. We realize it's no ones intention to lock others out, however, that is what it does. When members read about the more recent GEs and/or see how much people are spending - there is no way they'd be comfortable participating if they want to spend around the intended limit.

I wish people would commit to a reasonable limit that more realistically allows for ALL members who are interested to participate, without feeling that their spending limits won't be "good enough".

Well said! I need to be more mindful of this for this next go round. Last GE was our first and I know I got carried away. I'm going to try to do better. I certainly wouldn't want anyone to feel locked out either. GE's are so much fun for us and I would want everyone to have as much fun as we do.

[KendraE]

Ok... I will sign mr Mack up and I will try my best to not over do it!! Maybe 100-150.... That's pretty darn reasonable for me because I tend to get carried away too!!

[GeorgiesMomma]

Originally Posted by KendraE

Ok... I will sign mr Mack up and I will try my best to not over do it!! Maybe 100-150.... That's pretty darn reasonable for me because I tend to get carried away too!!

Soooo excited Mack will be in the GE!!!! I am staying in that range too

[MandiesMom]

Woohoo! So glad Mack is joining in!!

[dawn27]

Ok... we're going to do it too. . .

. . . . Yay..... I get to go shopping !!

[rubynrosie]

So those of you with two...im getting the itch to sign up but can't do 2...how did you decide which one gets signed up...both girls love getting mail and presents...they seem to know when a I bring a package into the house whether or not its for them....Rosie is the oldest by 5.5 years but I got Ruby first. Ruby is around 4 lbs and Rosie around 6.5. Rosie is all girlie...shabby chic style...ruby very much tom boy....any suggestions who to pick if I sign up????

[KazzyK810]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

Hi all .

I think it's important to remember the spirit and intention of the GE - it was created for having fun, connecting to others, and for giving/receiving special little gifts for our yorkies.

The minimum to participate in the GE is $40. Years ago, the GE participants really tried to spend closely in the ballpark of whatever the current limit was...sure people went over a bit, here or there, but they generally stayed close to it. And during those GEs, we had TONS of members participating...so many people! And they had a blast.

When people start spending $100, $200, $300 or whatever - it ostensibly locks out a huge portion of members who would like to participate. We realize it's no ones intention to lock others out, however, that is what it does. When members read about the more recent GEs and/or see how much people are spending - there is no way they'd be comfortable participating if they want to spend around the intended limit.

I wish people would commit to a reasonable limit that more realistically allows for ALL members who are interested to participate, without feeling that their spending limits won't be "good enough".

I'm curious....if this is the case, why does YT set a minimum, but not set a limit?

[MandiesMom]

Originally Posted by rubynrosie

So those of you with two...im getting the itch to sign up but can't do 2...how did you decide which one gets signed up...both girls love getting mail and presents...they seem to know when a I bring a package into the house whether or not its for them....Rosie is the oldest by 5.5 years but I got Ruby first. Ruby is around 4 lbs and Rosie around 6.5. Rosie is all girlie...shabby chic style...ruby very much tom boy....any suggestions who to pick if I sign up????

I would probably go with the oldest first and then do the younger one the next time. You could play eenie meenie miney moe. lol

Oh, or make them draw straws

[msyorktown]

Originally Posted by rubynrosie

So those of you with two...im getting the itch to sign up but can't do 2...how did you decide which one gets signed up...both girls love getting mail and presents...they seem to know when a I bring a package into the house whether or not its for them....Rosie is the oldest by 5.5 years but I got Ruby first. Ruby is around 4 lbs and Rosie around 6.5. Rosie is all girlie...shabby chic style...ruby very much tom boy....any suggestions who to pick if I sign up????

I have three...two girls, also getting the itch to sign up. For me since Raelle is my first...the one I spoil rotten, I think I would sign Jersey up, she is the youngest and a bit of a tom pup...Raelle is the girly girl at 6lbs. Jersey is longer and taller that her big sis, but weighs less.
Anything I have made or I buy at the store is usually for Raelle...my baby... Don't get me wrong I love them all, but Raelle holds a very special place in my heart. Orion is my big bruiser boy at 14lbs! I may put him in the next one...

[GeorgiesMomma]

Originally Posted by msyorktown

I have three...two girls, also getting the itch to sign up. For me since Raelle is my first...the one I spoil rotten, I think I would sign Jersey up, she is the youngest and a bit of a tom pup...Raelle is the girly girl at 6lbs. Jersey is longer and taller that her big sis, but weighs less.
Anything I have made or I buy at the store is usually for Raelle...my baby... Don't get me wrong I love them all, but Raelle holds a very special place in my heart. Orion is my big bruiser boy at 14lbs! I may put him in the next one...

Oh I hope you sign up

[msyorktown]

OK Morgan convinced me...Jersey is signed up!
I am a little nervous, but so very excited! Looking forward to this our first ever GE!!!

[MandiesMom]

Originally Posted by msyorktown

OK Morgan convinced me...Jersey is signed up!
I am a little nervous, but so very excited! Looking forward to this our first ever GE!!!

Woohoo!! We are getting a lot of pups now. Very happy!