Defining Moments
There are moments that define our existence, make us realize our true talents, and give us clarity for our future. All of that and more has happened to me over the past year. For a while, I felt as if I had lost my voice. I reached for the meaningful words to write and they simply were not there.
I return now to give each of you an understanding of what I have been through and where I am going.
read moreFollow the Trail
Sometimes finding the perfect gift is like a scavenger hunt. It takes a ton of searching, and can often feel like a never ending trail. So let’s introduce you to the cutest trail in town! Paper Trails of Rocky River is your one stop shop for a wealth of unique paper-based products. If you are looking for the perfect card, a thoughtful gift, or creative, custom designed event invitations you will not be disappointed.
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Look in your closet right this instant. Are you living in a sea of black? While we all know black is a staple color. But, I was shocked to find out how many of you cited it as your “favorite” color. During the give-away, I asked the question, “What is your favorite color to wear?” What I learned is many of us are shying away from color altogether.
read moreSLEEPY SUNNIES
If you are an early bird, or a late night owl I’ve learned staying on a schedule is SUPER important! Sure, we all have the occasional late nights, or days we have to be up super early. What I’ve found is our bodies respond best to a routine schedule. If one day you are up at 5:00am going to bed at 11:00pm, the next day up at 8:00am and in bed at 9:00pm this takes a toll on your body. It is especially evident in those tired looking eyes!
read moreYOUR BEST VEST
Before I share all the details about this fantastic faux-fur piece that was custom created by Peach and Pepper Apparel, I want to share some savings! Allison is the store owner and is offering EVERYONE a discount off your entire order! Use code: MAKENEWFRIENDS20 at check out and you will receive 20% off your entire purchase. Discount code starts today, February 2nd and runs till February 4th at midnight (MST). Good for online and phone orders.
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As we roll into the new year I would like to encourage you to make new friends! This blog has brought me so many incredible connections, it’s time to give back! I love making others feel special, and this GIVE-AWAY is all about making you feel like one-of-a-kind! If you follow me on IG, you have already seen me post some amazing pieces by Peach and Pepper and Mamina. What you might not know, is they both share a very unique philosophy!
read moreCRAFTY CUT
Most of us at some point in our lives have experienced arts & crafts! One of my own personal favorites was paper cutting! I loved how all the different shapes would appear out of a plain piece of paper. Now, the same theory applies to fashion! Cut outs appear on clothes everywhere! I’m pretty sure each of you has a pair of “shredded denim” jeans right? How about destroyed tops though? Or, have you tried pairing two shredded pieces together? Below are some challenges I faced when trying to find a destructed sweater.
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There are all kinds of sweater choices these days. The biggest decision I make when picking out a sweater is how it feels. Truth be told, I have purchased a few that look really cute. Unfortunately, they don’t feel cute! They itch like crazy! So I have implemented a few sweater purchasing rules I would like to share! First, make sure you take a mirror selfie. This helps you identify how the sweater will really look. Example: I could not decide on sizes for this particular sweater. I was not sure if I wanted it to be slouchy or tight. I made my decision after trying different sizes and taking a few selfies!
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WORD: Generosity
A new year is upon us, and I’m asking you to put one word on your planner, GENEROSITY. Ask yourself this, can you be more generous this year? Giving to others is something blogger Lauren did incredibly well in December. When you see a give-away you might not realize how much time and effort it takes. She decided to do 12 of them and I was picked as one of the winners!
SIMPLY SMILE
Give a smile, share a smile, and pay it forward! There are so many simple things we can do to help each other feel special. Everyone is struggling with something. This past year I can not tell you how many times I was in tears instead of smiles. My mom never failed to pay it forward. No matter what her day encountered, she gave me words of encouragement, tissues to wipe away the tears and endless hugs and love. She did not give me a million dollars, or take me on a fancy trip. She gave me KINDNESS.
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