Hope Hilby

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Hope Hilby left a comment for Dana Ranyak (now Rutschilling)

"Would LOVE to see you, call when yo get to town...
215.250.1834 cell, 215.659.7738 shop.
looking forward to showing you the town!
loves, h"

Hope Hilby left a comment for Cliff Adelman

"hi cliff...you look marvelous!
so fun to see your face again.
much love brother...hope."

Hope Hilby left a comment for Sandy Ferguson

"wild man...
i miss you.
drop me a line..
your most adoring fan, hope"

Hope Hilby left a comment for Skip Mesquite

"hey Skip...

great to see you here, you will so enjoy hooking up with great freinds.

am still in philly, have a wonderful fun business here,
think of you guys often, and miss yous.

give my love to all, best, hope."

Hope Hilby left a comment for Suzanne Ryan

"darlin' if i saw you walking down the street, we would have so passed
each other...you grew up good!

we do a good bit of work for Drexel..what fun.
you look marvelous, and glad you are doing what you adore.
all the best, drop a note when you get a…"

Hope Hilby commented on John Richeson's blog post My daughter & "The Used"

"Hey George...i am saying goodbye now to one of the most amazing woman i have ever known.
She is my "Mom" my mother in law...she is 91 and just suffered a major stroke...but can i tell you about her? she and her husband john, decided to adopt and…"

Hope Hilby left a comment for Ron HIll

"Hey Ron!

Great to see you here, you will so enjoy catching up with everyone...Its like just yesterday we started this journey..

much love and look forward to hearing what you are up to.
all the best, hope"

Hope Hilby left a comment for Hope Hilby

"That would be great to hear from her!

It is the future for the industry i believe, service is the ONLY thing left for the floral industry. The more we keep in house, and the more Vendors we partner with the more service we provide....

she should…"

Hope Hilby left a comment for Judy Doop-Marshall

"Hey Girl...

missed your comment...you posted it here...so just had to check back..

just wanted for you to know that i miss you, and glad you are settled doing what you adore. "Life is a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving"...thank you…"

Hope Hilby left a comment for Charlie Quillen

"Hey Charlie!

Great to hear about Debra's business...bless yours and her heart...

it is a business that just is thrilling, yet takes such a balance...
Am sure Debra is doing great, but should she wish to connect, let me know..we have a special…"

Hope Hilby left a comment for Jim Ferraro

"your profile still has me laughing....hey jim.
glad you are still full of vim and vigor...

now a philly's fan..what can ya do with me?

just a note to tell you that its good to see you about
...and hope you send me one..

loves. your down in the…"

Hope Hilby left a comment for Judy Doop-Marshall

"Hey Girl...what fun to hear all the "J"'s are doing so well..never doubted they would as you as Mom...Have thought of you and Jim many a time...we did start something did we not?

You look marvelous, and miss you so much. So much to catch up on,…"

Hope Hilby left a comment for Lisa Savage

"Lisa...what absolute fun to see your face again!

Hope all is well with you and when you do head back east,
ya drop and for a visit!

email me @ hopehilby@gmail.com , any ol' time...

much loves, hope"

Hope Hilby left a comment for Tim Bishop

"Hey Tim!
Great to see you on the site..

well, when i finally get my self down there to
visit with hope and john, we can catch up on all the fun.

talk soon, hope"

Hope Hilby left a comment for Linda Emmons

"Hey Girl!

what fun to see you here, think of you often...
sooo many stories...good times.

talk soon, hope"

Hope Hilby replied to Steven E. Lowder's discussion In memory of Elizabeth"Beth" Ricks Lowder

"Dear Steve, Jo Ellen, Kids and Grandkids...

With great joy i rejoice in the knowledge of the life, talent and wisdom of Beth, my dear friend, sister and fellow artist. She touched life with a big fat brush and left color and beauty with each…"

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Gender

Female

Birthday:

November 1

Age:

Way Corp group(s) I was in

Way Corps 7

Where I live

Philadelphia

Married or Single

Single

About Me

7th Corps Grad. By the hair of my chinny-chin,chin. Have two great kids, Wesley is 22, Kaitlyn is 16. Both are Artists. Wesley is studying to be a Writer, and has applied and will soon start at St. John's in New Mexico, the great books College, the other campus is in Maryland. If anyone knows of this College let me know what you have heard, we are totally in love with it. Kaitlyn is in the Honors Arts program and studies the fine arts. She is looking at RISD and PAFA. After graduation, i took a job at a floral company in Palm Springs, loved it and made it my life's work. After working and managing several Floral Shops, i was hired as General Manager for a large corporate Floral Company. There we produced up to 12-14 weddings and events a weekend. It was a challenge and was blessed by the leadership skills we learned. After making more money for the company in one nights work, than i took home in a month, i said to myself said i, WTF. So as i looked at my mid-life, it was a do this for myself or work for others, i chose to be a complete idiot and start my own company. Dona who is my partner, was my head designer and one of the finest artists i have ever known. She left with me to start this adventure, bless her heart. We took no loans, and started in her basement, and literally the back of my small station wagon. We started at the top here in Philly, poor as church mice, but landed Bloomingdale's as their Wedding and Event florist. Which opened some great doors. I took a part time job with Public Relations as well for about 7 years to keep it together financially. I know, me as a PR rep, imagine that... Our company is boutique styled. Our clients are some of the best who appreciate the arts. So here i am, happy and excited to be alive and realizing all my dreams and living an adventure that is like mr. toad's wild ride... hope this helps you all catch up on me, as usual theres more to the story, but suffice to say, all is well and glad to hear a hoot or holler from those of you that made such a difference in my life...

My Interests

Travel, fine wines and cheeses, cooking, gardening, the arts, NY Broadway shows,movies, games, antiquing, sailing, the beach with sand in my toes...and a book..what joy. Events..making fun for others. Humor, from life. my kids. my friends. you.

Employment or Career

Own Floral Event Decor Business. Developer and Board member of PiePup.com, an identity management enterprise. soon to be launched as CRACKED ID.com

Music I Like

RB, Broadway, Frank, Tony and Rosemary. Beatles... still. am listening to Holiday tunes now, just to inspire and keep me being an elf decorator...

Books I Like

Mysteries. Odd books, keep finding them. no self help, thank you have had enough.

Television I like

Ugly Betty. West Wing, yes still mourning. Antiques Road Show. Project runway, (met Tim Gunn on train home from DC he gave me a business card signed..make it happen! LOVE IT) Iron Chef America, Top Chef. Just got digital, so tons of movies. very happy.

Movies I like

if you know me...Signing in the Rain...any musical. all the Godfathers, and anything gangster...odd comedies..funny girl, elf, anything with Will Farrow, wedding chasers, etc. drama's just no scary movies. too much creepy things in life as is.

Sports Teams I like

PHILLY'S baseball yes was at the game that took us to the playoffs! jealous? WTT Am a sponsor of World Team Tennis here in Philadelphia, great tennis of top 100 seeded players in July on a small court.

Website 1

https://eventhope.com

Website 2

https://hddesign.wordpress.com

My Email Address:

hopehilby@gmail.com

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Dana Ranyak (now Rutschilling) December 10, 2007 at 6:08am

WOW! Thanks for the cheer! I love your bio. Being in business for yourself takes a lot of trust in God, doesn't it? Sometimes I just say to myself that God got me into it and He's got to see me through as there is no other guaruntee!!

I have an undergraduate degree in Public Relations and after I got back from Mexico where I worked the desk at my father's beachfront hotel, I got a job in Boston at an advertising agency. Middle management, but I loved the three hour lunches with drinks (that would not happen today) and the fun clients from all over. Then after moving out here and having three kids, I realized that advertising in New Bremen meant sign painting, and I had to rethink my career options!

I went back to school and got a Master's in Social Work in 97 and in 04 started my own practice.

I really love this site, it's upbeat and honest, not like the greasespot negativity where you could be hearing from your best freind and you wouldn't know it for all the silly fake names! The only problem with it is learning to use it and of course, having the time to really write to all the people I would like to!!

So glad to hear from you. Your business sounds really fun. Mine is too, but it can be a bit of a downer sometimes!!!
Love to you and yours,

Dana
Gail Spicer December 10, 2007 at 4:58am

Hope, I was visiting Charlene Edges' page and saw your note about the 356 Cab. Do you remember when the cranshaft broke? Two years ago I bought an '84 911 but can only drive it in summers here in salt country.
When I read about your son I and daughter I am reminded of how much living that we've done since we left LA. I need to take the time to write more. Thanks for sharing on your page.
Greg
Sherry Marcus (Milano) December 10, 2007 at 2:31am

Hey you! Sorry I couldn't call you back- just got a new phone & being a bit technology-challenged, I keep screwing it up. This time my kids couldn't even help! LOL! Anyway, I'll try try you later. Meanwhile, please pray for Marcus & Mari & the baby trying to grow in there. More bloodwork today & lots of nerves. Thanks, honey. I love you & can't wait to see you!
Patti Bass December 9, 2007 at 6:09pm

Hi Hope~
How happy and alive and beautiful you are. Thank you for writing me~I read about your business and looked at the stunning pictures and am so impressed by your talent....seems like you really chose the right path. I love beautiful flowers and decor. I am happy for you and all your success.
Love,
Patti
Sigrid Tompary (Sauter) December 5, 2007 at 10:41am

Hope,
Thanks for your note. It meant a lot to me. I pray you are doing well, mmaybe when I figure it out I can paste a picture of Mark and I. Talk to you later.\
Love, Sigrid
Sherry Marcus (Milano) December 3, 2007 at 3:24pm

Hey Darlin'!
Welcome back! How was Greece?
I'd call you right now, but I just found out today that I'm going to be a grandma!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
So it's a little crazy around here tonight. My oldest son, the new father-to-be, just left with his fiance & I have lots of clean-up before I finish with the 4 who still live in the house... whew, what a glorious (& exhausting) day. I'll call you tomorrow, promise! I love you & can't wait to see you!
Stanley Reahard December 3, 2007 at 11:39am

You are so kind. Thanks for the vote of confidence--it means a lot to me. I always considered you to be a very special person--someone I was blessed to know--and to see the wonderful work you're doing and the lives you are blessing makes my heart sing. I guess there really was a lot of pressure and condemnation going around "back in the day," as my kids would say--I never knew it to do anybody much good!

This site came just in time for us to reconnect with so many old friends as we travel--it's an unexpected but very welcome added blessing. I just wish I had a place to put up my Christmas tree!

What a privilege you have to bring beauty and light to so many with your God-given talent. He made us to be creative beings and I honestly don't believe anyone is truly happy without getting to express the creativity He placed within us. So. Be blessed!

Love you, girlfriend.

Stanley
Charles H. Rix December 3, 2007 at 11:22am

Hi again, Hope.

You were a breeze and a blessing most of the time. Mary and Patti were the ones who drove Ricardo and the rest of us 'loco'.
Yes, it sure was a good challenge but one I remember and cherish especially seeing the power of perfect intercession for the saints.
You are His masterpiece, in Christ,

CH
David Jerome December 3, 2007 at 9:34am

Hope,
I think of you often and fondly.
Glad you're in touch with Chris.
-David-
Gail Spicer December 3, 2007 at 8:23am

Wow! What a surprise to find you!
I'll write back soon.

Greg Spicer