Am I Stupid?

I recently received an email from a customer that asked me this very question. Why on earth would I be giving away free jewelry every week? She went on to explain to me that giveaways don’t create sales.

Here is a copy of the email I sent back to her:

I have owned a successful business for over 35 years. I have had more than enough of my share of "things" to keep me comfortable over my life. Sure, the economy of the world has changed the way I spend my money; but it has not changed my heart.
Worrying about your future with focusing on yourself and your own comfort does very little to assure that you will be happy. I am from the old school, where I was raised that it is better to give than receive. So I give of my time, money, love, friendship and yes, even my jewelry. I like seeing other people blessed by what God has provided for me.
Sure I want sales; sure I want people to read my blog; but stressing over this each day is something that I consider a waste of time. I can only hope that if someone reads my blog that when the need jewelry they may thnk about Lady Lynns Boutique.
I may not be able to solve world hunger; but if I can make someone smile today, I consider myself successful. I do not measure success by my possessions. I measure my success in my heart. It truly makes me happy being able to give to others.
So hey, guess what? I am not stupid, I just found a way I can be truly happy each day! I would say that is a pretty smart cookie!
Lady Lynn