Three years ago today, I was six days into a lease on a building in a state I didn’t live in, with a little money and a lot of big ideas.
Three years later, I woke up to an emailed Google Alert saying my little business had been named Second Place for Pet Pampering by the people of my community in the Racine Journal Times.
You guys. I did not see this coming. I never once anticipated being mentioned among the top in a community that loves their pets the way that Racine does. Being pitted against long time groomers, multi-service mega stores, and enormous doggie daycare centers left me with little doubt that my little spot wouldn’t stand a chance.
But today, I was shocked, surprised, thrown entirely, and brought to tears to find that my big ideas turned into something that means something to my adopted community. You are all so amazing.
With every ounce of my spirit, I thank you all so much. For giving us a chance when we were the new kids, and for sharing your experiences with your friends. For your support and critiques and comments and compliments. For you love and your loyalty. For everything.
Thank you, Racine.
Thank you.