Do we cuddle as much as we used to??

Do we cuddle as much as we used to??

Now there's a question, When I was small I had a collection of cuddly toys all of which accompanied me into the land of sweet slumbers every night, even when I left home to venture into the world of adulthood, my scruffy and well loved cuddlies came with me. And still now, in my forties, I have a collection of special bears by my bedside.
So have you still got some of your loved ones?, who could, no doubt tell a few stories if only they had a voice, lol?? Are your children as attatched to their teddies, because mine don't seem to be, although they do go through phases of needing a fury friend and then it takes ages to find the one they want. Is it possibly because us Mums and Grannies don't seem to knit and sew as much these days and the emphasis is more on collectables for the shelves maybe??
Whatever the reason, I think it is a bit sad, I told my teddies all my troubles and fears and got great comfort from that, so I think it's time I gave the bedtime cuddle a bit of a revival, this year I will buy lots of bears for all my little people.

At The Wishing Tree we have a huge variety of cuddlies, I wonder why that is ?? Started off with a few cuddly Jelly cat elephants and giraffes and the odd zebra and a few cheeky looking monkeys, but it has kind of grown to large stocks of them now. We also stock Bears From Russ Berrie, and other suppliers, and have a few made by a local Lady too. variety is the spice of life and we certainly have that. Prices range from £2.99 upwards, and we are increasing our ranges all the time due to our customers becoming addicted to Jelly Cat, also more people are finding our website these days too. So don't let the cuddle become a thing of the past, keep your teddies near by and get one for someone close who needs a cuddle too. xx

Love and Light,
Olivia

The Wishing Tree
www.thewishingtree.biz
01508 536008
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New Year Fresh Flowers

This has been a difficult start to the year one way and another, and I have neglected my Blogging duties somewhat.
Some of my closer friends and customers may know about my Mother being unwell, she is now making good progress at home, with lots of TLC from all who are close.
So now I can put a small amout of time, more often to keep everyone up to date with the exiting things which are happening at The Wishing Tree
We have now introduced a new line, following many requests from our customers, we are able to bring you fresh flowers and potted plants. To start with this week we have beautiful Roses in a pallate of colours, and Daffodils to remind us that Spring is just around the corner. Mini Cyclemen in pots and Hyacinths too. Always popular and last for ages of course we have Spray Carnations. All these are from a local supplier and good quality, as well as affordably priced, so wander up the hill this weekend and give us a look.
Have to also mention we have a new stock of our ever popular Giraffes in this week, but be quick as they are wandering off quite swiftly.
This is short and sweet for now, but is sent with much Love to all our Loyal customers,
Looking forward to February being a brighter month for us all
Love and Light
Olivia
and Helen at
The Wishing Tree
Long Stratton

01508 536008
www.thewishingtree.biz
Always there to make your wishes come true
xx

CHRISTMAS WISHES FOR 2008

Wishing all our customers a very Merry Christmas 2008 and a Happy New Year

As we are well known for our Giraffes, of all shapes and sizes I thought you may appreciate a giraffe greeting.
It has been a pleasure this year, welcoming so many new customers through the doors of The Wishing Tree in Long Stratton, Norfolk. Also, as we have developed the website it has been great to make wishes come true for so many customers from further afield, watch out for more improvements on our website in the new year. We hope everyone has enjoyed visiting us, as much as we have enjoyed creating the displays of wonderful things in the shop. We like to think we make your visits fun and interesting. In the new year we are going to give the shop a bit of a make-over, so keep coming in to see how it's all going. New and exiting stock to see as well as a few more of our theme nights and party nights for you too. We have hosted some great parties in the shop this year and hostesses have enjoyed spending their comission on lots of yummy goodies.
So that just leaves me the pleasure of thanking you all for supporting us and we hope to see you all in the new year for the January Sale which starts on Friday
2nd January.

Merry Christmas once again
Love and Light
Olivia and Helen

www.thewishingtree.biz
01508 536008
The Wishing Tree

Why do men hate christmas shopping ??

Are you a “Ho Ho” or a “Bah Humbug” ?? Well to be honest it don’t really matter, cos it is coming up for Christmas and like it or not you need to go and do a bit of Christmas shopping. Why? Because Her indoors and the kids are expecting you to. So what’s the plan?? You don’t want to get your ear bent or be wearing your christmas dinner, or heaven forbid be barred from handling the TV remote on the big day, so best you pop to the shops……..hang on a minuite though……..

Let me help you out here, We had this megga brill idea, goodness knows why, but We feel a bit compassionate to you guys, you only want a bit of peace and quiet after all. So We decided to invite you all over to our place, that is The Wishing Tree in Long Stratton, Norfolk, for a bit of a christmas bash. Hopefully you have already clicked that link and looked at the website, if not do it now!! It’s our party and we’re makin the rules.

Now you know what kind of pressies we can sort for you, let me tell you the best bit, we’re gonna throw in a glass of beer, a few crisps and nuts if ya like too, and best of all, we will wrap the perfect gift for you, having helped you choose it of course, cos thats the bit you most need help with, am I right? And also if we helped, you can blame us. What more can we offer??

So are ya comin then?? All you need to know is the time and date, so pay attention……..

Thursday 11th December 2008 from 6pm till 10pm The Wishing Tree Long Stratton, Norfolk. phone us 01508 536008, mail us iwish@thewishingtree.biz, visit the website www.thewishingtree.biz

If you are reading this and don’t live near enough to come along but want to buy online, then all the above apply, accept the refreshments. We will mail your choice of gift already wrapped and beautiful for christmas morning, all you need to do then is pucker up ready for the big ThankYou kiss.

You can also give your partner a Wish List to complete, so she can make her own choices, that takes away all the responsibility.

So make that a date then and we will be here waiting, see you on the 11th,

Olivia and Helen

The Wishing Tree

xx

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Childrens after school shopping night

THE WISHING TREE in LONG STRATTON is having a CHILDRENS AFTER SCHOOL CHRISTMAS SHOPPING NIGHT, TUESDAY 2nd DECEMBER. WE'RE STAYING OPEN from 3pm UNTIL 8pm.

BRING THE KIDS TO GET THEIR POCKET MONEY PRESSIES FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND TEACHERS,FREE SNACKS AND JUICE TOO. LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE !!!!!!!

Sharing the Norfolk Snow

Thought i would share the seasonal Norfolk snow with you all. As i have many visitors and friends in far off places, I thought some seasonal weather would be good. The Wishing Tree has been quiet today, and i think many people have braved the elemements and gone into the city to shop, I think they are now wishing they hadn't, as reports of overflowing carparks and queues at checkouts fill me with woe.
So, has anybody ever seen a pair of kissing giraffes in the snow??
these little darlings come in 2 sizes and are priced at £15 and £12 so if you know anyone who needs one of these for christmas, give me a phone 01508 536008 or visit the website for more gorgeous gifts. or e-mail for other giraffe options iwish@thewishingtree.biz
Well I'm off home in a bit before the roads get too bad, hope you all get a bit of snow soon,
olivia
www.thewishingtree.biz