#november loves

Look how much fun we had this month! 🍂🎇

Thank you to all 112 of you who decided to join in the fun, love you 😘

The most popular fic was Mr Stranger I absolutely adore this series and while I 100% need to go through and edit the hell out of this I‘m so thankful for how much love this has gotten ❤️

Now onto who I stalk, not even sorry

@purpleskiesandcherrypies

@navajolovesdestiel

@bamby0304

@ain-t-bovvered

@curly-haired-disaster

@sweetiepie-dean

@sammyimpala-67

@waywardrose13

@ruthiesconnells

I’m sure that y’all are following all these lovelies but if you’re not, go do the thing! Their writing and personalities are to die for ❤️

@lylabell2013

@leatherandapplepies

@closetspngirl

@darkswanordie

You guys! I love and appreciate you all so much, thank you for putting up with me and supporting my little butt ❤️

Above:  Izzy Hudgins and French Knot Studios created magic with this styled engagement lunch shoot on the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah.

Above, from top left, clockwise: shopSCAD artist Emily Cox’s mixed media piece Treats at the Birthday Party is a sweet whimsical piece perfect to add to your collection. E. Shaver Bookseller carries signed copies of Sarah Domet’s The Guineveres. This book has compared to Jeffrey Eugenides’s Virgin Suicides so you know its on my must read list! Satchel shapes are classic and color is always a fun way to make a classic shape more special! Izzy Hudgins captured these beautiful protea and succulents in a bridesmaid’s bouquet for a bohemian wedding at the Georgia Railroad Museum. Retail Retreat’s FOUND my animal ombre leashes are so chic! Livvy’s floral print dress is great for transitioning into cooler temps; just add tights and boots, voila!  Scout Guides always make great gifts for the travelers in your life, or maybe you want to surprise your love with a trip and this is a good way to do the reveal and have a physical gift to unwrap the morning of! Order sets or singles at The Scout Guide shop.

Above, from top left, clockwise: Lillian’s China has an eclectic collection of china that begs to be mixed and matched. This setting has wonderful tones of mulberry and blues that seem fresh and classic. De Colores Cookies y Mas, baker and decorator Ely Rooney created these inspiring cookies with  a wonderful color palette. French Knot Studios created these wonderful little boutenieeres for the Salt Flats shoot, shown above.  Galerie 124 artist and owner, Jeanne E. S. Campbell’s work explores the color, form and detail of natural objects in a way that positions them as objects of beauty.

Above, top left clockwise: Beetnix cold pressed juices are perfectly refreshing and filling. A Squad Bakeshop has two treats that fit right into our color story this month: blackberry basil doughnuts and a cranberry apple gallette. Nourish’s Red Clover Tea bath fizzies smell floral and sweet without being overpowering in the tub.  Galerie 124′s artist Anna Fox Ryan painted this impressionist inspired still life with the most beautiful shades of mulberry, cranberry and purples. 

Volume Two members were charged with sharing the following: 1. I am so grateful that I learned _________ this year. 2. This year, I am grateful for ____________. 3. I practice gratitude by __________________.

Today we get to hear from Brandy Hudson, owner/operator of TapSnap, a super fun interactive photo entertainment system, perfect for events!

This year, I am grateful for meeting new people and making them my lifelong friends.

 I practice gratitude by helping fundraisers and nonprofit organizations around our great city by donating TapSnap kiosk to make the events fun and entertaining.

Volume Two members were charged with sharing the following:

1. I am so grateful that I learned _________ this year. 2. This year, I am grateful for ____________. 3. I practice gratitude by __________________.

Today we get to hear from Shoshanna Walker, owner of Nourish, mother to three littles and all around wonderful person.

I am so grateful that I learned how to be more patient this year.

This year, I am grateful for my children.

I practice gratitude by being kind to all people who help us in life.

Volume Two members were charged with sharing the following:

1. I am so grateful that I learned _________ this year. 2. This year, I am grateful for ____________. 3. I practice gratitude by __________________.

On this wonderful Friday we will share with you some thoughts from Brook Nash, owner of Pure Barre Savannah!

I am so grateful that I learnedI to "say no" this year :)

This year, I am grateful for my staff.

I practice gratitude by praying.

Volume Two members were charged with sharing the following:

1. I am so grateful that I learned _________ this year. 2. This year, I am grateful for ____________. 3. I practice gratitude by __________________.

Today we hear from Kristin Poitras of Lily Bay Studio + Bazaar.

I am so grateful that I learned How to balance work and family [better at least ;)] this year.

This year, I am grateful for a community that supports one another.

I practice gratitude by giving back as much as I possible can.

Also we have some heartfelt words from Winslett Watson, owner of Lettee’s.

This year I am grateful for my family, friends, health, home, and work that I truly enjoy.

I practice gratitude by verbally expressing it, through actions, and by mentally focusing on all of life's daily blessings big and small.