It's Auction Time! ALL AUCTIONS CLOSED!

Before I even say anything about the actual auction, I have to take a second to express my gratitude to the people who have made this all possible. Cheesy as it sounds, words cannot even express the generosity I've seen over the last few weeks. To the people and businesses that have been so willing to help out and donate, I can't thank you enough and I hope you all know what a difference you've made.

Now everybody else, take your right hand off the mouse and give these businesses a round-of-applause, because it's aaaaaauction time! Below are detailed links to every post containing the separate auction items, so make sure to check them all out. (And remember, the holidays are just around the corner and any one of these items would make outstanding gifts!)

1. Simplicity Lasers "Simple Choice" laser hair-removal package

2. Robert & Courtney Novogratz design book, "Downtown Chic"

3. Nate Berkus VIP show tickets and gift basket

4. Sprinkles cupcakes gift certificate for one dozen

5. Venezias & Spinatos gift cards

6. Birds of Ashmae custom painting
7. Wintercheck Factory pocket scarves
8. Essential Oils Introduction kit

HOW TO BID: Simply comment on the items post by naming your price and signing with your email address. Please check the previous comment to ensure you are outbidding the previous bidder/commenter, and please bid up by at least $1 increments. Only USA bidders please! Remember, every dollar raised goes directly to a bum in need! ALL AUCTIONS END ON WEDNESDAY AT 9:00 PM MST! Happy bidding! :)