Treasure for Families of Troops

Military families who are more accustomed to worrying than accessorizing now have a little glamour within their grasp, thanks to Former Staff Sergeant and owner of Mias Treasure, Heidi Batiste.

Colorado Springs, CO (PRWEB) February 24, 2005 -- Before she was known as a jewelry designer. . .before she was known as mommy". . .before she was known as wife," Heidi Batiste was known as Sergeant." For over 6 ½ years, Batiste worked her way through the ranks of the U.S. Army, ultimately earning her Masters degree and becoming a Staff Sergeant. It was in 2003, though, that Batiste made the tough decision to put her military career on hold to start a family. Now a jewelry designer and owner of Mias Treasure, the civilian Batiste is looking to give a little back to todays troops and their families during this turbulent time.

Since December of 2004, when she first launched Mias Treasure, Batiste has been offering a 15% discount to military personnel and their families, and she intends to do so indefinitely. As a former member of the military whose husband is coming up on his 14th year in service, Batiste has a keen understanding of and appreciation for what it means to be a military family. It is nice to feel appreciated as a military family member. . . even if it's a 5% discount, I appreciate when businesses care enough to extend the offer," she explains.

Being part of a military family during peaceful times is stressful enough, but the strains of being part of a military family during war times are more pronounced. Batistes designs, and her discount, remind military families that they deserve to treat themselves to something special every now and again. Batistes current collection certainly is special. An eclectic blend of fashion jewelry, set in sterling .925 silver and 14k rolled gold, her designs feature semiprecious gemstones, authentic Swarovski® crystals and freshwater pearls.

Just looking at Batistes designs and the hand-written notes of appreciation she often includes with her orders, and you can tell that this is much more than a business to her. She truly appreciates each of her customers and makes sure that they feel that appreciation, especially the military families to whom she offers this standing discount. Batiste explains, Military families do so much for us. This discount is a small gesture, but it lets them know that I appreciate them, which is really important to me."

Mias Treasure Jewelry is designed and handcrafted by Heidi Batiste using only the finest materials, including semiprecious gemstones, Austrian crystals, freshwater pearls, sterling silver, and 14k rolled gold. Each piece is carefully considered, carefully crafted and tells its own story that can be passed down from generation to generation. As much as her pieces are for the young-spirited, sophisticated, independent thinking woman who enjoys the finer things in life, they are heirloom quality and intended to be passed from one generation to the next. Her designs are available online through the Mias Treasure web site as well as at select boutiques. Custom orders are welcome. Complimentary gift-wrapping and free shipping are included with each item purchased.

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