Friday, November 19, 2010

Rebranding Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving has always been one of those holidays that is a little blurry for me. Growing up, my parents dragged my brother and I to some friends of the family’s house where we sat and waited (for far too long it seemed) to have a big meal and then there would be a lot of sitting, and talking, and then pumpkin pie, and then we would finally go home.

Once I left home and moved west, Thanksgiving was always a potluck of friends getting together and eating and drinking together. Having Thanksgiving away from home always caused a bit of anxiety about “where am I going to have Thanksgiving dinner this year???”.

Then our family had a rough Thanksgiving in 2006 … suffice it to say it was a tough year to celebrate. Since then, I have struggled to really get excited about the pilgrim patented, turkey touting, overindulgent holiday. I have found myself trying to figure out, for myself, what this particular occasion means to me, and how can I give it meaning for myself personally.

Which brings me to my personal goal for this season – to rebrand Thanksgiving. Rename it, retheme it, give it a whole new life… and I’m looking for suggestions. This effort is going to be based on a theme of gratitude. Gratitude for what I have, and for what I don’t. Gratitude for the ability to breathe deeply and love freely. Gratitude for my family who is so dear to me, though they are miles away. Gratitude for the gifts in my life that are too many to count.

I look forward to a week of personal celebration of this gratitude and even I am not sure how that will unfold. I know only that as I enter the season of giving, I am striving to do so with a peaceful mind, open heart and healthy body. I invite you to share with us how you will be celebrating your gratitude this week. As for my rebranding efforts, we will keep you posted. In the meantime, Just a Bite wishes you a grateful beginning to your holiday season.

Thursday, November 18, 2010

Cyber Monday Is Coming to Just a Bite

It's about that time again, smell the turkey, watch some football on the set, and get ready for those holiday bargains. Just a Bite™ Cake Pops is excited to host our first "Cyber Monday" discount. Available for one day only, on Cyber Monday, November 29th, Just a Bite will give you 20% off your entire order. All orders must be placed on November 29th and all need to be picked up or shipped by December 15, 2010. One order per person please. Visit our website at http://www.justabitecakepops.com/ and enter the discount code: OO1NEW.


We can only hope you will celebrate the end of the year with us and this special discount. We are thankful to be a part of your sweet lives and hope to keep your tummies full throughout the holidays and beyond.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

New Holiday Flavors

Just a Bite™ would like to introduce our 2010 holiday flavors. We have been working like elves to get these tasty additions ready for the holiday sugar rush. Our bakers have created a snappy gingerbread cake with a white chocolate coating and milk chocolate drizzle and a decadent eggnog cake with white chocolate coating and a dash of sugar on top. Order your seasonal pops today because once the New Year begins; these scrumptious flavors will be just another delicious, holiday memory.

Have a safe, happy and delicious holiday season from all of us at Just a Bite™ Cake Pops!

Remember to order by visiting our website at http://www.justabitecakepops.com/

Monday, November 1, 2010

No Woman Left Behind



True to form, Just a Bite ™ Cake Pops is sponsoring yet another women’s charity. An active lifestyle is very close to our hearts at Just a Bite™ and so is community involvement. The Women’s Half Marathon is a race to benefit the Susan G Komen for the Cure® and will take place in Scottsdale-Tempe, Arizona on November 7th, 2010. We are sponsoring a group called No Woman Left Behind AZ, check out their progress at http://nowomanleftbehindaz.blogspot.com/.


Komen for the Cure is the world’s largest network of breast cancer activists and survivors. The charity fights to save lives, empower people and ensure quality care for all. Komen Race for the Cure® has raised nearly $1.5 billion dollars for the cause.
The Women's Half Marathon Unique Finisher's Medal

This is a great affair and all finishers will receive a one-of-a-kind medal with removable charm, ultimate goodie bag, fashion show, cookie café and more. We are more than proud to be a part of such a unique and important event. For more information or to donate, please go to http://www.womenshalfmarathon.com/scottsdale-tempe/