Where Things Are....Let Me Explain.....

Ok, so I get a lot of emails asking questions, so I think this is easiest and less time consuming than trying to answer them all individually which just makes everything take more time or else feels like I'm ignoring you all. 


Here is how it all works: 

Step #1:  You all bid on items and are SUPPOSED to send me your email addresses WITH your bidding name.  When you do THIS it puts your bidding name with your email into my email box.

Step #2:  I go through and get all the winners of those who bid BEFORE midnight.  If you bid after midnight they do NOT count.  I have people who bid after and then don't realize it. 

Step #3:  I take those bidding names and enter them into my search to email you about your winning items.....  (When people do not email me, then it slows down the process and I have to try to go through LOTS of contacts and asking around to try to figure out who those people are.)

Step #4:  After I have to wait to get the receipts back from where the winners actually paid for their items in order to send the information to the donors.  I found out last time that many donors would prefer to go to the post office in just a trip or two (which makes PERFECT SENSE), so I try to wait till I have at least more than a few receipts trickling in to start messaging my wonderful, amazing donors about the items.  It just keeps it from being a long while between them hearing about items.  It often takes a while to hear back on payments though, because people take a little while to pay.  Not a biggie, just the way it is!

Step #5:  I have to send the addresses to the correct donors.  Shouldn't be complicated.....Except most people seem to forget that I need the addresses.  lol  If they don't send them with their PayPal receipt, then I have to message them back and wait again.  Some believe I'm sure that I should have it from the last auction if they bid before, and some just forget entirely, but even if I had it before then it is in a file from that auction amongst back and forth emails and it would take me forever to dig out. 

So, if you are wondering where we are in that process......Mostly I am trying to do step #5, but I have a few people who I never was able to notify bc I didn't have an email (just about 3 people)....So if you never got an email saying you won an item and you think you did, then contact me.  You could have tried to send an email and the email monster ate it in cyberspace!  lol

If you've tried to message me and ask about where we are in the process, then I apologize if I haven't gotten back to you.  All of those steps are pretty time consuming and a lot of emails are exchanged getting all the receipts.  I am trying to go through all the receipts now and that is not easy and other emails get lost in the process until I get to them while going up through.  The more other emails I try to respond to, the less time I have to get these steps completed.  lol  If you are a donor, then watch for the addresses.  I've either got them or I'm waiting for them.  Some have been sent out and other emails have been sent asking for them.  :) 

Love all of your hearts for our Hidden Treasures and I'm so thankful for all of you!

Preliminary Total

$1,855

Yes, that is huge in bringing Mikah closer to home!  We'll have a final total as things move forward with the payments. Thank you all so much for everything you have done and continue to do to help all our Hidden Treasures!!!

That's Another GREAT Auction and Time is UP!

Time is Up and Bidding is Over!!!

Thank you all so very much for making this auction another amazing success in helping another child get a step closer to home! 

I will be contacting winners and getting them the payment info.  If you have not yet sent me an email so that I can contact you, please do that NOW.  :) 

I will get a preliminary total together as soon as possible as well.... 

Mikah will be so amazed to hear some day about all the people who came together to help bring him home!!!!


THANK YOU!!!!

Last Day!

 

 

Last Day!

Today is the last day for the auction.....  There is so very much listed. 

 




We have had a lot of bids come in, but we need more.  We have a lot of items that need YOU to come and see them and help bring Mikah home.....the biggest of which is an awesome getaway!

The linky list never made it up......  I'm going to have to work on that situation......  Both of the people who are usually available to help me with that were away from their computers during this auction and never got to it.  I do the rest of the auction by myself, but that aspect I have relied on others for some help.  I am going to have to "learn to linky"....  The good thing is that most auctions never have them anyway....  and you all are very proficient scrollers!

 

So, come on out and help make this last day a huge success!!  I know you are going to do it!

I'll email you after the bidding is over with your totals and payment info!

Thanks so much to all of you!!!

 

 

 

Cowgirls'N Angels BluRay

 

 

Cowgirls'n Angels BluRay

 

 

 

This Bluray is brand new and still in the plastic.

 

Thank you Debbie!

 

 

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

 



Anastasia BluRay

 

Anastasia BluRay

 

 

 

This Bluray is brand new and still in the plastic. 

 

Thank you Debbie!

 

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!





Free Willy BluRay

 

 

Free Willy BluRay

 

This Bluray is brand new and in the plastic still. 

 

Thank you Debbie!

 

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

 



Magic Tree House Book

Magic Tree House Book

 

 



This book was read once and is ready for a new owner to enjoy!

 

Thank you Debbie!

 

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Magic Tree House Book

Magic Tree House Book

 

 

This book was read once and is ready for a new home to enjoy it!

 

Thank you Jenny!

 

 

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Target Gift Card

 

$20 Target Gift Card

 

 

This is for a $20 Target gift card.

 

 

Thanks so much JJ!

 

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!





"Bag of Books" for Adults

"Bag of Books" for Adults 

 

 

Attention all you avid readers out there!   

This package includes:

-- A signed copy of The Ocean at the End of the Lane  by Neil Gaiman

-- The pictured tote filled with books selected from the donor's extensive collection in the genres of:  urban fiction/sci-fi/paranormal romance/fantasy

Thank you so much Jackie!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Lego City Set 60020 -- Cargo Truck

Lego City Set 60020 -- Cargo Truck

 

 

-- New in box

-- Retail value:  $30

Thank you Debbie!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Children's Place Baby Girl Skirt

Children's Place Baby Girl Skirt

-- Size 12 months

Thank you Tara!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Gymboree Dress

Gymboree Dress

 

--Size 3T

Thank you Tara!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Notecards by Krassi Done in Color of Winner's Choice

Notecards by Krassi

in Color of Winner's Choice

 

 

 

 

These notecards were a hit in our last auction and here is another set!  They were made by a child who was adopted from the same orphanage as Mikah! 

He will paint these specifically for the winner of this auction and this picture is of the set from the last auction.  PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION FROM HIS MOM!

*They will be very much like the ones he did for Brandon's auction, though because they aren't made yet, the winner of the item could have some say in color choice. He can paint on yellow, bright green, bright pink, or white paper, and the winner could have their choice of pretty much any three colors of paint. (Three colors tends to give the best results - doesn't get too muddy that way!)*

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

JoJo Etsy Outfit

JoJo Etsy Outfit

-- Size 3-6 months

Thank you so much Tara!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Three Night Getaway

Three Night Getaway

*Minimum starting Bid for this Item is $200*

These giveaway was donated by one of our families who has also adopted from Mikah's orphanage.  They have donated a three night stay at the Jeremiah Inn bed and breakfast in Tucson, AZ.  This is a beautiful location and something that is so unique to be able to offer this time.  You can see from the picture that the surroundings are gorgeous and you can go to the website to learn more about the bed and breakfast.  Here is the site:  http://www.jeremiahinn.com/mb

Thank you so very much Virginia!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Canvas Art Painted by 5 year old Future Sibling of Mikah

Canvas Art by 5 year old future sibling of Mikah

 

 

-- Painted by Jimmy Whiteley, future sibling of Mikah to help bring his new brother home.

-- Age 5

11x14

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Canvas Art by Mikah's future 3 year old Sibling

Canvas Art by Mikah's future 3 year old Sibling

 

 

-- Lovingly painted by Katherine Whiteley, future sibling of Mikah to help bring her new brother home

-- Age 3

-- Dimensions:  11 x 14 inches

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Meijer Gift Card

 

$25 Gift Card

 

 

 

This is for a $25 Meijer gift card.

 

Thank you Anonymous Donor!

 

 

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!





Chipotle Gift Card

 

$25 Chipotle Gift Card

 

 

 

This is for a $25 Chipotle gift card. 

 

Thank you Anonymous Donor!

 

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Infant Boys Overall Set

Infant Boys Overalls Set

 

 

-- Size 12 months

Thank you Tara!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Romper with Matching Bib

Romper with Matching Bib

 

 

-- Size 3-6 months


Thank you Tara!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Little Me Toddler Girl Outfit

Little Me Toddler Girl Outfit

Size 24 months

Thank you Tara!


Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Toddler Girl Pink Hoodie/Pants Set

Toddler Girl Pink Hoodie/Pants Set

 

 

-- Size 18 months

Thank you Tara!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Infant Boys' Dress Shirts

Infant Boys Dress Shirts

 

 

-- Set of 2 shirts

-- Size 0-6 months

Thank you Tara!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Gymboree Girls' 12-18 Months Purple

 

 

Gymboree Girls' 12-18 Months Purple

 

Gymboree Purple Polka Dot Outfit

-- Size 12-18 months

Thank you Tara!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

One Dozen Gourment Cupcakes *Pickup Only*

  One dozen gourmet cupcakes by Allicakes

Retail value:  $24
Winning bidder chooses flavor
****Cupcakes must be picked up in Holland, MI (not able to be shipped)


Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

8x10 Canvas by Beholden

 8X10 Canvas by Beholden

"His eye is on the sparrow"
Retail value $25

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Customized Pillow

 Customized Pillow

Customized pillow by Ted and Lucy

Personalized with winning bidder's choice of name and colors
Retail value $25

Thanks so very much!  Website link: tedandlucy.etsy.com


Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

$10 Starbucks Gift Card #1

$10 Starbucks Gift Card #1

This is for a $10 Starbucks Gift Card.

Thank you Anonymous Donor!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

$10 Starbucks Gift Card #2

$10 Starbucks Gift Card #2

This is for a $10 Starbucks Gift Card.

Thank you Anonymous Donor!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

$10 Starbucks Gift Card #3

$10 Starbucks Gift Card #3

This is for a $10 Starbucks Gift Card.

Thank you Anonymous Donor!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Starbucks $10 Gift Card #4

$10 Starbucks Gift Card #4

This is for a $10 Starbucks Gift Card.

Thank you Anonymous Donor!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Candle Store Credit #1

Candle Store Credit #1

This is a $25 store credit to the Good Neighbors Candle Co.
etsy shop.

Thank you Musser family!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Candle Store Credit #2

Candle Store Credit #2

This is a $25 store credit to the Good Neighbors Candle Co.
etsy shop.

Thank you Musser family!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Darden Restaurants Gift Card #2

$25 Darden Restaurants Gift Card #2

This gift card is for $25 at any of the Darden associated restaurants (which includes Olive Garden, Red Lobster, Etc). 

Thanks so very much Maureen!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Darden Restaurants Gift Card #1

$25 Darden Restaurants Gift Card #1

This gift card is for $25 at any of the Darden associated restaurants (which includes Olive Garden, Red Lobster, Etc). 

Thanks so very much Maureen!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Lowes Gift Card

$25 Lowes Gift Card

This is for a $25 Lowes Gift Card.

Thanks so much Maureen!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Gymboree Girl's Navy Polka Dot Pants

Gymboree Girl's Navy Polka Dot Pants

-- size 18-24 months

Thanks so much Tara!

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!

Homemade Chocolate Chunk Peanut Butter Cookies

Homemade Chocolate Chunk Peanut Butter Cookies

 

 

 

 

-- lovingly baked by Mikah's family

-- 18 cookies

-- Made with clean, gloved hands in a clean kitchen

-- Will be baked fresh, carefully packaged, and mailed to you!

Donated by Mikah's Family

Please be sure to email redeeminghiddentreasures@gmail.com when you decide to place your first bid. Please include your full name, and the name that you will be bidding under. Thank you!