The official launch of the Planning With Kids book was on Friday morning. It was one of my happiest moments — it exceeded all my expectations.
I have some very important people to thank for making it such a wonderful day:
Lou – the “event stylist”, this fine lady has a talent. Lou brought together the look, organised the flowers, many other decorative elements, baked dozens of cup cakes and worked so hard to make The Cottage look beautiful.
My dear friend Cath who spoke with such energy and heart as MC, made rice paper rolls, worked the crowd and tidied as hard as she usually likes to party.
Cass – my younger sister came from Mildura for the launch and made about 1000 sandwiches, packed, unpacked, tidied and washed so very well. Also my youngest sister Steph for lending me lots of stuff and for putting up with me being a “little” vague.
The lovely Tash – made lemon slice, helped set up, served food and drinks and made everyone feel welcome.
My eldest sister Sam and my mum – for the most beautiful bunch of flowers and being there in spirit.
My charming husband Phil – way too many things to list – xxxxx
The gorgeous Belinda who made stacks of sandwiches, helped with set up and who is always such a great sounding board (even if it is on a treadmill!).
To the bloggers who came along – thank you for your support, it was fabulous to have you there – Fiona, Amanda, Sharon and Sonia.
MC who made delicious lemon slice.
Dave Lee – from Nuffnang for saying so many nice things about me and giving the non bloggers an idea of what is happening in the blogosphere. Thanks to the lovely Vanessa for coming along too.
Deb who took all the photos for me – so of course there is no photo of this lovely lady!
Kristen Hammond – from my publisher Wiley for making such a warm and honest speech that really resonated with the audience. Thanks also to Alice, Laura and Lucy from Wiley for coming along and to my editor Sandra and her lovely boys!
Laine – delivered the sushi, helped set up, served food, tidied up – never stopped helping out all day!
Katie (the mum of 8 who contributed so many fab tips in the book) Jolie and the talented Lou.
To friends and family – thanks for always supporting and encouraging me.
To the many readers who came along – it was fabulous to finally meet so many of you in real life!
To those who generously gave me tips for the book and who came along to make the celebration so much fun – Sheena, Fleur, Georgina, Julie, Marita, Danielle, Jane, Caroline, Karen, Katie, Lou, Leona, Laine, Tash, Cass, Bree, Belinda and Cath.
Thanks again to everyone who came and helped to launch the Planning With Kids book with such style and happiness. xx (You can see more photos from the launch over on flickr.)Tweet
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Congratulations Nicole! Looks like quite a lovely and touching time spent with friends truly celebrating your achievement. Best of luck x
Thanks Dani, it was such a fun time!
WOW Nicole – congratulations:) xo
Thank you Kylie, it was great to see so many people who have been supporting the blog for a long time. Hope you and the kids are well!
Congratulations NIcole. What a huge achievement for you! Andrea
It does feel great to see the book make its way out into the stores Andrea.
Congratulations Nicole! Can’t wait for the next book! Jules.
I need to get some sleep first Jules…
WAHOO!
Massive congrats!
Always appreciate your support Melitsa.
Congratulations Nicole! It’s so lovely to see so many wonderfully-supportive people around you, and it’s also very nice to see your gorgeous teacup biscuits get some more airtime! The launch looked fabulous and the book is fabulous too, well done : )
The teacups looked pretty and thankfully they are easy to make – I made so many. Thanks for all your and Kleenex Mums support.
Congratulations Nic!!!! I am just so happy for you! I was so sorry to miss your fabulous event, but you know that I too was there in spirit
It’s such a great book, and you’re such a great friend!
…so what’s your next project??
xxxCate
I know you would have been there if you could have been – we definitely need to catch up soon. I will be in touch. xx
Congratulations on your book launch – it looks like it was a stunning, very special day xx
Definitely a life highlight for me Donna, thanks for the support.
It looks like it was fantastic. Congratulations!!
Thanks V and thanks for buying the book. See you tomorrow!
Congratulations! Looks like you had a wonderful celebration of all your hard work.
It was a lovely celebration Deb.
I was so sorry to miss your event. It looks as though you had a beautiful wonderful time and I am really loving the book. Congratulations!
I am hoping we have more meet ups this year. I really enjoy catching up with other Melbourne Bloggers.
Congratulations again Nicole. Looks like a very lovely and exciting day!!
Thanks Brooke for being such a long time supporter of the blog. Hope the pregnancy is going well.
Congratulations Nicole! It looks like you had a fabulous time – so sorry I’m on the other side of the country and couldn’t make it
Your book arrived last week and I’ve been reading all weekend and LOVING it – well done!
I would love to meet you if I ever make my way over the other side of OZ. Thanks for buying the book.
Big congratulations. It looks like it was a big success!
And the food! My goodness, these photos are making me hungry….
Thanks Kellie. Revisiting the photos today made me instantly want morning tea!
What a wonderful launch, what a wonderful book, congratulations!
You my gorgeous younger sister were a STAR!!!!!
That is a dream come true, I’m sure. Great job! I am anxious to read your book. As a mother of six, I am always using great ideas!
On Wed. I post a Tip of the Day and have shared some things I’ve learned as I’ve went along that save time, money, my sanity, and make for happy, productive kids. I wonder if you mind me sharing some of your tips, (giving you full credit, of course!)
Congrats!
What a great day it was. Right down to the gorgeous table of beautiful and yummies bites to eat, the bowl of apples (yep, people notice these things!) and a lovely atmosphere.
Congratulations. The book is wonderful.
Sonia as I have said before it was an absolute pleasure to meet you. Thanks so much for coming. And you are right the apples were such a great touch!
Congratulations Nicole for all your hard work on the book and to your family! The book is brilliant!
Mags
Thanks Magdalena! And I am working on answers to your emails and will be in touch soon. Nic
Hi Nic,
I just read about you over at Maxabella Loves….I don’t know how I have not come across you before now, but here I am and looking forward to having a browse around your blog
Congratulations on the release of your book.
x
Welcome Tammi and thanks for leaving a comment. I love Maxabella Loves!
Oh wow!! What a fantastic day!! I would love to read your book one day I could use all the help I can get with planning with my kids! lol
Thanks Kym, it was such a fun and happy day.
Nic
congratulations – what a huge achievement, and what a fantastic day it looks like you had. wishing you truckloads of luck with the new book.
Thanks Jenny for the lovely comment and for being such a great supporter of the blog.
It was a great launch, Nicole, and wonderful to be there. We had to head over to the flickr stream to see if there were any photos with Miss 4 in it (because, you know, it’s all about HER! lol). So looking forward to getting started on the book, in particular the meals and finances chapters as we are starting to be a bit more organized about both those things around here and extra tips would be very helpful
Have a small plug going live tomorrow
So glad the tips are helpful Amanda. Looking fwd to catching up again soon and having more time to talk!
Nic – what a fantastic event! I’m thrilled for you and what a huge achievement! Well done you!
PS – always happy to help you x
Thanks xxxx
Hi Melanie,
Would be happy to do so, but can’t quite do it at the moment. If you email me in a month nicole@planningwithkids.com I can contribute then.
Cheers,
Nicole
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