NOTES FROM THE LODGE Sunday, May 3, 2009

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!! I really can't say that enough--to Judy, Marcy, Cathy, Pattie, Kelly and Debi--I am continually saying thank you for all you do for me, for Nutmeg Lodge, for everything and everyone Thank you!!! And to everyone that has and does come into Nutmeg Lodge--a huge Thank You. I am trying to close the store with as much appreciation as I can. I have had several occasions recently to really learn the impact that Nutmeg Lodge has had on people. I told my daughter yesterday that the upside of this closing is that I have been privileged to learn how I have impacted some lives -- not everyone gets the opportunity to know how one impacts others. I am so grateful to each of you for the impact that you have had on my life.

The sell down of merchandise and fixtures is going way ahead of schedule. When all of this started a few weeks ago, there were about 2000 bolts on the shelves---we now have about 600. The girls are doing a fabulous job of keeping things organized and straight. The fixtures are leaving and/or being tagged as sold in record numbers. Again, if there is something that you are interested don't delay---we have a very nice system to record and tag your purchases and will arrange for you to pick up. Some things can go right away, others we still need to use for a while. One of the big items still available is the first cutting table we had, that became a secondary cutting table and housed batting. A very useful item in your sewing room, or other places in your home. Cabinets, of course are still available even though a large number have been sold. Also, we have a lot of items that are specific to business--cash regester, copier, laminator, etc., etc., If you are in business or know a business that might need such items, have them contact me.

As always we look forward to seeing you---don't forget our Saturday Sampler Saturday--we will have some great bargains on that day next week.

See you soon--Barbara