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About Vernonia's voice. (Vernonia, OR) 2007-current | View Entire Issue (Nov. 1, 2008)
18 voice vernonia’s november local business 2008 Local Starts New Jewelry Business Clever Cricket Lisa Smith has announced the launch of her new lia sophia business. Because of poor drainage in the area, the flood waters didn’t recede as they did every- where else in town, and for days the family, unable to return to their home, was left wondering what kind of damage they would find. When they did return, they had to throw away almost everything. The family stayed with friends for the first month and then borrowed a trailer for another. Eventually they bought a trailer that they could live in on their property while working on their home. Meanwhile the Clever Cricket sat and waited. Throughout the spring and summer the Eyrricks worked to put their lives back together. “We re- ceived so much help - from the Christian Aid groups that came to town to help, from friends, from the State Prison Inmates, even from total strangers,” said Eyrrick. “A contractor from Forest Grove, Mark Dawson, came out as a volunteer and helped us muck out our house. He left his busi- ness pick-up truck for us to use to haul away garbage. We had never met him before, and he left us his truck!” The Eyrrick’s are now back in their home ten months after the flood. “It has been a great learning experi- ence,” said Eyrrick, always the opti- mist. “We’re survivors.” In the meantime, Eyrrick’s husband Brandon was diagnosed with a Chiari Type I Malformation, a not uncommon birth de- fect. Brandon’s skull is too small for his brain, and he began suffering unusual side effects and symptoms. He underwent suc- cessful surgery at the end of September and was scheduled to come home from the hospital at press time. As for The Clever Cricket, it, too, is a survivor. The family has decided to pursue the shop more as a business and try to make a real go of it. They will keep more regular hours and will be rework- ing their website so customers can shop online. Her kids, “...a couple of smarty pantses,” continue to be the official toy testers when Eyrrick is considering new items. She is also featuring hand made items from local craft-person Kayla Cota. She takes items on consignment, shops on the internet to find items she can re-sell and carries interesting lines of toys often from local manufacturers in the Pacific Northwest. So that is where we end this chapter in The Story of The Clever Cricket, A story that will encourage and touch you. A story of resolve and resilience. A story of a family in Vernonia with spunk, strength and spirit. The Clever Cricket is located at 728 Madison Avenue in Vernonia. You can call the Clever Cricket at 503-429-5049. As a lia sophia Advisor, Smith will be presenting high fashion jewelry at in-home shows. “Our Hostesses receive tremendous benefits, including free jewelry and half- price selections,” she says. “Customers enjoy a fantastic save plan with an incredible fifty percent discount on every third item purchased. Plus, every item includes a Lifetime Replacement Guarantee.” An extensive variety of styles are available, including all the latest trends from the new bohemian look to the ‘60s mod look and more. “My goal is to help people find their own personal style,” says Smith. “I’ll show you how to make popular trends your own.” It’s this attention to detail that makes Smith’s business stand out. She provides per- sonal service and immediate access to the trends and styles you want most. “I’m thrilled to be part of a company that offers beautiful, high-quality jewelry, an incredible Lifetime Replacement Guarantee and the opportunity to achieve unparal- leled success in my own business.” lia sophia is a unique direct selling opportunity offering fashion jewelry through personalized in-home demonstrations. The company’s goal is to improve the life- styles of its Advisors, Hostesses and Customers with products and opportunities. lia sophia connects women to their dreams, from obtaining beautiful jewelry to empow- ering their financial futures. Smith invites people to contact her for more information about lia sophia, how to host a jewelry show or how to start your own lia sophia business at 503-429-4950 or at www.liasophia.com/girlsnightout4u In Vernonia – Did You Know... • Mike’s Tree Farm will be open for business the day after thanksgiving for Christmas Tree purchases. 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