As soon as our email hit the inboxes of some of our loyal customers, they sprang into action and decided the Happy Up stores would not go down without a fight. We are forever grateful to these passionate and playful souls for their motivation, energy, and sheer determination.
With the help of a facebook group and the in-progress fundraising effort, the bank has agreed to *not* call in the loan.
It's a tall order. No matter the outcome, we know we are blessed to have a community of friends and customers that treasure Once Upon a Toy in Edwardsville and LagoonaMagoo Toys in Clayton.
A statement from the owners, Rick Harmon & Shawnta' Ray, was posted on the facebook group page explaining a bit more about the situation and thanking everyone for their desire to help. You can read it here: A Message from Shawnta' & Rick
Beyond what this outpouring of support means to Rick and Shawnta', the rest of the Happy Up Crew (those smiling faces behind the counter and on the floor playing with your kids and speed-wrapping and making the experience of buying toys as much fun as the toys themselves) are so very grateful, too.
Thank You to all who are helping us, and our worried monsters, find a sliver of hope in a harsh situation.
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