Teddy Talk: Creating, Collecting, Connecting

I also send you hugs and healing wishes for a speedy recovery, Sheila!   

Hi Lisa,
I have sold one bear on Bearpile so far and this has been my experience....
I received an email that I had an order. When I viewed the order, I had the purchasers name and contact information: name, address, phone number and email address.  I too expected payment quickly as I previously sold on Ebay and was used to a quick payment. I sent three emails and no response. I finally called her and left a message.  As it turned out, my emails were going to her spam folder and she was waiting to hear from me before she made her payment. She thanked me for being patient and still wanted my bear. I received an immediate payment and her bear was on its way to her.  Everyone was happy.  All emails were made between our private email accounts, not through Bearpile, which gives me access to all communications between us. I was ready to give up on the sale and thought it might be a scam and was glad I didn't. Thanks to everyone here helping me, I didn't give up.  If you have a question about Bearpile, you can also use their forum and ask questions there. The other artists there are also more than willing to help. Hope this helps.

Welcome Lena!!  I too love your bears. You are very talented and I am glad you have joined the group!
Cindy

Welcome, Sherroy!  Looking forward to the photos too.

Have fun with your class, Karon!  I want to see photos of that baby too!!

adorable!

That was great!!  That dog dances better than some people I know...ha..ha

Of course you miss him. I have gone through what you are going through a couple of times. I have two in the military. I know how hard it is. Loving them and missing them is what we do.  We are 'Moms'.  I am sending a big hug to you!!

Thank you.  I am also glad it turned out well. If I had assumed she had changed her mind about wanting him and not made every effort to contact her, I would not have sold my bear, she would not have received  the bear she wanted to adopt and it may have ended negatively  for both of us. I learned a valuable lesson for sure.

I am also glad that you received your necklace Michelle and your dad is okay.

Hi Jo,

It did work out!  I emailed her twice and received no response.  After the wonderful advice from others here and on Bearpile, I decided to call her and leave a voice mail as my last ditch effort to contact her.  I wanted to give her every chance to respond.  She answered my call and had not received my emails.  Apparently my emails went to her spam folder. She still wanted the bear, thanked me for my effort and holding the bear for her and  paid me immediately and her bear was on his way to her the next day.  I am glad I made that call.  As for Bearpile ... this is the first bear I have made since returning to bear making and this is the first time I have used Bearpile.  I am very happy with this venue for my sales.   
Cindy

I am driving to Biloxi, MS to visit my son and his family. Starting my trip today..I love road trips. I have never been there and am looking forward to walking on the beach and soaking up the local color.  Maybe I will get an inspiration for a new bear.

Have a fun and safe Labor Day! 

Bear Hugs,
Cindy

You are right.....beautiful picture.  Those horses are magnificent.  Each morning I look forward to the photos you post, SueAnn.  A great way to start my day. 
Thank you and have a wonderful Sunday!

Bear Hugs,
Cindy

I hope my situation ends up being something that simple.  I did email her a second time and since I had her phone number I left a message.  I am glad it worked out for you. And..thank you for letting me know.  I can't imagine she would not let me know if she changed her mind.  I guess I will have to wait  and see what happens.

How adorable ALL of them are!  My pets through the years have been rescued from the shelter and they have been the best pets. It is as if they know how lucky they are and return your love ten fold.  Thank you for sharing with us.

Hugs,
Cindy

Yes Brenda. I sent you a pm and we will see if it is the same person. This has kind of bummed me out. Thanks for your help.

WOW....  that is how I feel at times when I am overwhelmed! Great picture, SueAnn.  Thanks.

You are right Becky.  I have a friend who lives on an acreage with horses, donkeys, chickens, tons of cats, etc....you get the picture. She is an animal lover.  But her cats are outdoor pets and I do mean pets.  She feeds them every day as if they were inside cats. If they want to hunt they have that option.  I asked her how she handles it when one of them disappears. She said that is the way it is and she knows that happens. They do not live by busy streets or highways.  But the coyotes and other animals are in abundance.

Great job, Ali!!!

Good Advice and very applicable. Thank you!

awwwwwwww!  How absolutely adorable!!

That lady sounds like a bitter, angry soul.  If she believe she was just playing and thought what she did was funny, it makes me wonder what other things she might think funny that could possibly harm another for her grins and giggles. Frightening to say the least!

I keep mine inside also.  They are my furry kids and I don't want anything to happen to them.  They are so spoiled they would probably ring the doorbell until I let them back in.   :lol:

So cute!  Thanks for sharing, Roxanne! It put a grin on my face  

Thanks Alison.  I did not mark him adopted.  I am disappointed that she did not at least send an email to let me know.  Oh well..live and learn I guess.  I appreciate your help.

Cindy

I listed a bear on Bearpile and received an order Wednesday morning.  I immediately sent her an email stating the payment instructions as requested (paypal).  I have not received the payment or even an email from this person acknowledging my email. I know it has only been 24 hours but?????  I always made an immediate (as soon as I could) response when buying or purchasing an item.  I have her phone number but not sure if would be okay if I call her. I don't know what to think. Did she change her mind?  Of course I have no idea what she intends to do and I do not know what I should do!  Has anyone had this happen?  How do you think I should handle this?  I need your advice....again!   

Thank you...
hugs..
Cindy

That is what I received and I feel better now.  I responded to it so I guess I will sit back and wait. Your response did help.  Thank you so much.

Bear Hugs,
Cindy