Happy Saturday! I've had my first order on Thursday (thanks, Analisa!) and am on my way to getting Baking for the People off the ground. =) Yay!

I'm going to take the time to update you guys on my stay in Texas. I went to Chappell Hill (the home of the Bluebonnet Festival) today with Jen McCarty. Her husband's family owns some property there, and every year, the McCartys go camping there. They were kind enough to invite me along, and I went for the day. A lot of firsts for me--first off, you know how you see those "country" places on tv and the movies? Well, I was there today, and boy, was it pretty and peaceful! If I could, I would totally build a country home there. Another first was shooting a rifle--I've never fired a gun in my life, and when I hit the target twice, it was AWESOME! However, I don't think I will be getting a gun anytime soon. =) Lastly, I also played horseshoes, and let me tell you, I kinda sorta suck at it. heh. But it was fun nonetheless to be doing things I've never done before. I've gotta tell you, though I am still trying to figure out why I'm here in Houston, I'm making the best of time here. I love trying new things, and in Houston, I gotta tell you, I've had many firsts--riding a mechanical bull, going to crawfish boils, eating southern food, shooting a gun, playing horseshoes, etc. It's been an awesome experience when I've been able to play. haha. I hope that I never lose my sense of adventure.

Anyhow, back to Baking for the People. I am in the process of researching and looking for homeless and women's shelters and setting up times and dates so that I can bring baked goods to them. I will most definitely keep you guys updated when I hook up with them. And I'm also thinking about a bake-sale, so I'll let you know when that happens. That's all for now, I think.

I would like to thank all of you guys who responded to my post--I really appreciate it. You guys are awesome! And a special thank you to my parents for being my financial sponsors. =) I obvious would never have gotten through college and grad school without you guys supporting me, and now, you're continuing to bankroll my dreams. Thanks and much gratitude and appreciation.

Cheers,
Jen