I'm excited to share that I will be able to give my customers a file with instructions for a set of cards for exclusive Sale-a-Bration merchandise again this year.
A server walked through the restaurant with a tray of yummy desserts trying to tease people into ordering them. When we asked to see it closer, he told us that every dessert on the tray had zero calories - they were all foam. Nancy couldn't resist the photo op.
After dinner, some of us walked to the Alamo. It was fun to see a piece of history up close at night.
We went to Mi Tierra - a 24 hour Mexican bakery and restaurant - for dinner. We were greeted with true sensory overload. There was a huge display case filled with dozens of tasty treats.
There were pinatas and streamers hanging from every inch of the ceiling and
even a Mexican Elvis impersonator.
Linda joined the Mariachi band in serenading us while we ate our dinner.
I picked chicken tacos for dinner. There was so much food I couldn't finish it.
I'm home and trying to catch up with all the stuff at school and home. I will try to post again this week with the rest of the photos from Leadership.
This is what the tables look like when we walk up - isn't it beautiful?
They started us out with a salad and warm rolls,
Then served a boneless chicken leg quarter with creamy macaroni and cheese with steamed green beans,
then finished it off with a wonderful fudge brownie with caramel sauce, whipped cream, and a strawberry - yum yum!
One highlight of Convention and/or Leadership is the bag. We always wonder what they will do and they topped themselves this time. This reversible fabric bag was made with a possible upcoming fabric. I'm hoping they make an announcement today.
Shelli even left a couple of gifts (an organizer made from the same fabric and a cute bag of handmade chocolates made by a home office employee) that coordinated perfectly with the bag on the make & take tables Wednesday. I will try to finish up the last two make & takes tonight so I can post a photo of all of the projects they designed for us.
Renee and I shared fajitas for two - we couldn't finish it!
As we were finishing, a Mariachi band came up to our tables and entertained us.
When we started walking back to the resort, we found a huge crowd waiting for a riverboat parade. I couldn't believe it when we saw Spencer (a great Stampin' Up! presenter). We also saw Santa (without Mrs. Clause because she was wiped out from Leadership - who know Santa's wife was a Stampin' Up! demonstrator). I had to take a picture of the two of them together to email to Mrs. Clause.
It turns out that the parade and Santa are going to be part of an episode of Extreme Home Makeover.
We got to see Ty filming his message to the family,
the entire design crew,
and even got a close-up of Ty as we walked by. He was close enough I could have reached my hand out and touch him. I opted for a photo instead.
a fun bread basket,
and yummy swirl cheesecake!
Here are my favorite cards from the day (however, I'm not sure who designed each because they were on display):
and a butterfly card that would make a great technique for club using window sheet, crystal effects, and reinkers.
I loved this button display Stampin' Up! had for us to enjoy. It shows some really creative ways to use buttons.
We were pooped by the end of the day and had to rest on the couches for a while.
Melanie, Renee, and I were so excited to attend Managers' Reception for the first time! This was right before we went entered. We definitely weren't disappointed!!!
My friend Susan brought her husband Lance to San Antonio with her. He came to Managers' Reception with her. I love this picture - it shows how much fun they are having on their vacation!
Lance took a picture of Susan and I together too. I'm so glad I joined this wonderful company - I've made so many great friends since I started with Stampin' Up!
When Shelli walked off the stage after opening remarks, she sat down in the row right in front of us. It was cool seeing Shelli's reactions to the amazing strength and body control we were seeing on stage!
As we walked out of the theater, we were handed a new stamp set (I'm wondering if it will be in the new Summer Mini when it comes out) and a set of keepsake chopsticks. I may have to find a way to frame the chopsticks and invitation fan. 
I'm so sorry I can't get the action photos to post right now. I'll try again later. Keep checking back for more of my Leadership experience.
I had to sit in with them. Look at the base of the lamp; it's filled with gumballs. Stampin' Up! really does a great job with the details!
Here is the best card I saw today. I don't know how she made that background, but I'm determined to figure it out. Looks like a great club project to me.
We walked to the Alamo because everyone told us we needed to be sure to see it while in San Antonio. It was interesting to see some American history.
