My Grand Opening Party

Wow! (14) people ended up showing to my Open House! I was so exhausted by the end of the day. With cleaning my house, getting ready for the show, having the show, and then cleaning up after sure took a toll on me by the end of the night! My feet were KILLING ME!!!

Thank you Norma for bringing your friends and letting them come and taste the chocolate. I hope they had a great time.

Here are a few comments from the show:

Kelli - "You did an awesome job tonight. Good Luck with your business."

Michelle - "Great job Tracey. Your personality is perfect for this..."

Gabby - "You're funny. I like you, and I like your Seinfeld wall. You should keep doing chocolate parties."

Bianca - "I enjoyed being here today. The chocolate was delicious. The best chocolate was the Chocolate Mousse."

Mauricio - "Today was fun. I loved the Chocolate Mousse. To bad I didn't taste the trifle. Thank you very much. The chocolate was delicious. Way to go Tracey" :o)

Carina - "Great party. Maybe let people try the Dessert Sauces (mango & raspberry) on their spoons they eat the mousse on. Great Sauces!"..........................Carnia, thank you so much for the suggestion. Great idea! I didn't even think to do that. I have made changes to my show agenda to incorporate the sauces. Thank You! :o)

I would like to believe that everyone had such a great time last night, because there weren't very many pictures that were taken. Thank you Michelle and whoever took the pictures. Without you I would have no pictures to show off for my Grand Opening.

Party #2 - Thank you Sarah

Another night out with the girls. Thank you Sarah for allowing me to come and entertain you and your friends with chocolate.

Here are some of the comments from the show:

Denise - "Tracey, you did great, very down to earth and easy to relate to."

Stephanie - "You were great! Fun times!"

Most of the pictures taken from this show came out really blurry so there are just a few to show off from my camera.

Here are the pictures taken by Sarah....Thank you Sarah

Chocolate Movie

What would a "Chocolate" Blog be without the mention of a movie about "Chocolate"?

Break out the popcorn and sprinkle it with our Chocolate Dusting Powders, and DON'T forget to put some M&M's (yes, it is candy made by Mars), or Chocolate Covered Almonds inside the bowl for that added little something! You'll be glad you did!

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

(G, 1971)

	I used to watch this movie over and over again when I was a child. This is the original 1971 chocolate movie starring Gene Wilder, in which a poor boy wins the chance to visit the world's greatest candy factory, and we get to go with him. If it were me, I would take my chances and jump in the chocolate river. My rating: 5 of 5 Chocolate Covered Almonds

My first party was a success! Thank you Holly Bear!

Well as I had anticipated the group had a blast! They enjoyed all the chocolate! I was so nervous setting up. There were so many little things to remember. Good thing I had my cheat sheet with me.

Here are some of the comments from the night:

Carol - "I think you're a great hostess and presenter.........It was such a great party. All the ladies went crazy for the chocolates. Tracey did a great job and Holly was a great hostess. Glad I went. I got DH chocolate covered almonds and cashews and some brownies. I think Tracey will go far with this."

Holly - "Tracey did do a great job. She didn't look like it was a first time doing this at all. Very prepared and did awesome with the presentation. We had a lot of fun and I think I didn't sleep to quickly because I was wired on all the sugar! LOL! Had a great time. I think this is going to be a great business!"

Corinne - "Great job tonight Tracey! I am definitely gonna book a party just need some time to move and chill for a bit. The chocolate martinis were my FAV part :)"

The ladies had such a great time that I picked up (3) more shows, and possibly (2) more.

Not bad for a girls night out enjoying myself while entertaining others with CHOCOLATE! I have the best of both worlds and LOVIN' it!

Here are the pictures from the night.

Thank you ladies for the most Chocolatie-tastic time last night. I am LOVING my new job!

2 more days until my first show!!!!! OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am so EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!! I can't believe that in (2) days my first show will be in progress. I am so excited that I have butterflies in my stomach. I hope I do not make a total idiot of myself....LOL I have got to say....If I can do this, ANYONE can do this! I have rehearsed, and rehearsed some more. Now is to just sit back (sort of speak) and see what happens. I am so amazed to see the results I have had in the interest people have had in hosting shows. In a (2) week period of time, all in which I was sick for a week and then my daughter following after me, I have (10) shows on my books! All I need is (10) more shows in order to get my FREE Pro-Series Chocolate Tempering Unit. I want that so bad and I have to have (20) shows OR $4000 in sales in the next (3) months. I am half way there! Come on Tracey! You can do it! hehehehehehe

I will keep you all posted on how things go with my first show. Please keep your fingers crossed for me! Eekk!

Mars Candy Coupon here you come......

I finally got the email letting me know that I will be receiving my FREE candy coupon in the mail. This is what is says:

"Congratulations! You are one of the lucky people to receive a Mars FREE* Real Chocolate coupon (subject to verification of eligibility). Your coupon will be mailed and should arrive in approximately six weeks. Your coupon will be sent to the address indicated on your registration form. Thank you for visiting and learning about Mars Real Chocolate Relief. Enjoy your FREE* Real Chocolate coupon!

* Limit: 250,000 Coupons per Friday (9:00:00AM ET to 11:59:59PM ET). See terms and conditions for details.†"

Don't fear! If you missed out on getting your FREE chocolate last Friday, you will have another chance this Friday (July 24th). Don't forget to get something for FREE! That is my favorite 4-letter word.................FREE!

IT'S FRIDAY!!!! Get your FREE Chocolate at Mars!!!

It's Friday! Don't forget to get your FREE chocolate coupon at Mars! Let me know if you were able to get the FREE coupon or not.

https://secure.realchocolate.com/

Now the trick is to wake up at 6:00 a.m. to claim the prize / coupon? Good Grief! The question will be.....Do I want to eat it when I get the FREE candy, or do I want to frame it, kinda like an achievement for waking up at such an unGodly hour?!?! Mornings are for the birds! Hmmmmm

I got it!

Well today was the BIG day I have been waiting for! I got my kit! It's like Christmas! I am so excited to get started! Although we all have our struggles in life weather it be emotionally, financially, relationship problems, that time of month (women you know what I mean), etc. Chocolate always has a way to make someone feel better, wheather you are a man or a woman, and that is what I am all about. If there is a way that I can help someone smile I know that my partner in crime being "Chocolate" can do it. When I say, "I am a Chocolatier, and I sell Chocolate" you should see the instant smiles and the eyes open as wide as they possibly can. It is such a joy to see how much joy comes to someone just by one simple word......"Chocolate"!

There is something very important that I learned since I signed up as a "Chocolatier". It should have come with a WARNING! I have learned / discovered that I live in a house with MAJOR CHOCOHOLICS! Thanks to my upline (Thank you Dilila & Renee) they have provided me with some of the products that we sell so I can taste it and give it a test drive before my kit arrived and before my parties started to come around. Well my family has put on their hound noses because every night they ask me, "What's for dessert?". My daughter has even gone as far as sneaking chocolate truffles out of a baggie that was given to me to try as well (Thank you Ylia). I asked her what she had in her mouth and she told me, "Nothing" with a HUGE smile with teeth that were covered in Chocolate!

Here is another example of how bad it has gotten.....

I was on my way to the training / meeting on Monday up to Victorville when I recieved a text message from my husband that read...............


Who knew I would be entering into a business that would make my family out of control?!?! I am beginning to feel like Willy Wonka over here! LOL In a good way of course!

Chocolate Joke

Chocolate Ice Cream

A man approaches an ice cream van and asks, "I'd like two scoops of chocolate ice cream, please."

The girl behind the counter replied, "I'm very sorry, sir, but our delivery didn't come this morning. We're out of chocolate."

"In that case," the man continued, "I'll have two scoops of chocolate ice cream."

"You don't understand, sir," the girl says. "We have no chocolate."

"Then just give me some chocolate," he insists.

Getting angrier by the second, the girl asked, "Sir, will you spell 'van,' as in 'vanilla?'"

The man spells, "V A N."

"Now spell 'straw,' as in 'strawberry.'"

"OK. S-T-R-A-W."

"Now," the girl asked, "spell 'stink,' as in chocolate."

The man hesitates, then confused, replied, "There is no stink in chocolate."

"That's what I've been trying to tell you!" she screams.

Opportunity Conference Calls (Every Wednesdays)

Chocolate, Friends and a Business to call your own...That's the Sweet Life!

Ever wanted to "work" in chocolate? Then DOVE CHOCOLATE DISCOVERIES may be the business opportunity for you!

As a "Chocolatier" I offer an exclusive line of chocolates and candy-making tools through in-home Tasting Parties. I also get to set my own hours, goals and income potential.

You are invited to participate in a Share the Sweet Life business opportunity call where you'll learn more about DCD, the benefits of starting your own business and why other Chocolatiers love what they do.

TIME: 5 p.m. (8 p.m. EST)
DATE: Every Wednesday

Teleconference: 800/ 511-7985; Access Code 473504

Mars Promotion

Dear Friends,

I think you could use some Free Real Chocolate because you could use a little moment of joy. Isn’t that sweet?

What we can all agree on is that there’s no chocolate like Mars Free Real Chocolate. Learn about thier promotion, blog about chocolate, find out why Mars uses only cocoa butter in its chocolate (hint: that’s what makes it real!) and share this sweet relief with more of your friends.

Go to www.realchocolate.com today!

Your Friend,
Tracey Powell

(Dove is the sister company of Mars Corporation)

Training / Meeting in Victorville

Do you have an interest in becoming a Chocolatier but on the fence about it? Tomorrow (July 13th) you are welcome to join me as I head up to Victorville for a meeting for some training. This would be a great opportunity to check things out and see how a Chocolate Tasting Party is done.

During these tough times, this just may be what you need to stay afloat, or to help you get a bill or two or three paid off or paid down.

Last Chance for Double Host Rewards

My Calendar is totally booked except for one date (July 30th) that just became available. Don't let this month pass you by! I am not sure when this opportunity to get Double Host Rewards will happen again. From past experiences they only come around once a year. The first person to contact me will get this date, so don't delay!

July's FREE Recipe

Hostess Bonus

Host Promotion from June 15 through July 31st

Summer 2009 Shipping Promotion - Ends July 31st

Summer Sparklers

The beginning of my journey as a "Chocolatier"..

On July 6th, 2009 (today) I was watching Good Morning America on tv as I always do. They had mentioned that every time there is a recession or a foreseen recession that Direct Sales Companies seem to do better. They had mentioned a couple of companies, but the one I was SHOCKED to see doing direct sales was Dove Chocolate! I could not believe my ears! I said with my arms in the air, "That's IT! Who doesn't like CHOCOLATE"!

When the segment was over I made some phone calls and got in contact with my friends to see if there would be any interest in something like this and would they be willing to have a kick off party to help me get started in my new business. I was so excited to see that there was INDEED an interest. More so then I have heard before from past direct sales companies I have worked for. You could hear the sound of excitement in their voices. Since I was having such a GREAT response with feedback I got on the phone and signed up to become a "Chocolatier".

To view the segment and get the facts on direct sales, click on the link below:

Five Ways to Make Cash Fast - ABC News

"And who wouldn't come to a chocolate party? Dove Chocolate Discoveries just launched nationally last year, and as a chocolatier, as the sellers are called, you can invite friends over to indulge in -- and buy — treats — everything from candy to chocolate martinis to brownie mix."