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{giveaway day // Lala’s Closet}

June 20, 2011 ·
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This giveaway is now closed.

Hooray — today is the *start* of Giveaway Day, a day-long blog event where a new handmade shop is featured on the hour along with a fabulous giveaway. GD is such a great way to connect with other handmade shops & bloggers. To enter the giveaway(s), please click over to the featured shop’s site and browse their product via their store. Then, come on back to the blog post here and leave a comment sharing your favorite item. It’s soooo easy and a whole lotta fun! There are dozens of shops being featured, so remember to check back often.

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This giveaway post is sponsored by Lala’s Closet and is open to the US only.

Lala’s Closet is a colorful online boutique of hair bows, feather headbands + clips and more. Any of Lisa’s flower clips can be worn as a pin, too ~ so sweet! The texture on this black & ivory feather clip is amazing {far right image}.

I’m a little bit excited that the brighter shades of pink, green and orange are back in fashion. I remember wearing those colors around 9 years old and LOVING how they made me feel {alive!}. These headbands are seriously so fun! If I was younger I’d totally be all ga-ga excited over them ;]

And now for the fun part…

Lala’s Closet is giving away $45 shop credit!

If you won, what would you pick from the shop?!

To enter the giveaway, please visit Lala’s Closet, then leave a comment back here on my blog sharing your favorite item. One comment per person, please.

Connect with Lala’s Closet here: facebook and twitter.

Come back each hour for MORE giveaways. You can scroll down or click here to see the rest. Giveaway Day is open until Tuesday, June 21st at 10pm CST. All winners will be announced on Wednesday, June 22nd.

*PS. see the Related Posts thing down there? Don’t click on that — you may find old Giveaway Day posts that are no longer open. xo

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  1. Jenn says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:02 pm

    The Cream Daisy with Orange and Yellow Feathers is my favorite.

  2. Allison says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:02 pm

    I would wear the orange and black headband on Sundays with my Bengals jersey! :)

  3. ashley says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:03 pm

    The peacock feather fascinator would look perfect in my daughter’s hair!

  4. danielle says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:03 pm

    Ribbon Rose!!

  5. Kathleen says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:05 pm

    I love the peacock fascinator and feather puff. Too cute. =)

  6. Emily says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:06 pm

    I like the Jemma feather clip.

  7. Diana H. says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:06 pm

    The zebra crib shoes are darling!

  8. J. Deutsch says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:06 pm

    I like the ribbon rose headband!

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  9. Kristina says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:06 pm

    The ribbon rose headband is beautiful!!! Love it

  10. Jenna says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:07 pm

    I like the ribbon rose headband!

  11. Mackenzie says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:07 pm

    i love the hot pink daisy with black feathers!

  12. Kristin says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:08 pm

    I love the light blue feather headband!!

  13. Sarah says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:09 pm

    Oooh, the hot pink lotus flower clip!

  14. Leah Martone says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:09 pm

    I love the black velvet/satin pacifier clip :)

  15. Krysten says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:09 pm

    I really like the Brown and Rust Feather Headband.

  16. *Ashley Lou* says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:10 pm

    Love the teal and orange spikey daisy flower clip

  17. Andi says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:11 pm

    my favorite item is thye ribbon rose headband

  18. Malisa Price says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:11 pm

    The black feather headband is very pretty!

  19. Katie Klein says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:11 pm

    Love the ribbon rose!

  20. aimee says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:12 pm

    i like the pacifier clips!

  21. Libby says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:13 pm

    i love the mauve rose flower clip. so pretty!

  22. Lindsey says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:15 pm

    The hot pink zebra crib shoes and the zebra crib shoes with the bow are absolutely adorable!! My little girl definitely needs a pair…of both!!

  23. Karen J Moseley says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:17 pm

    My favorite is the Ribbon Rose Headband.
    jomoseley57@gmail.com

  24. Amanda S says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:22 pm

    I desperately need pacifier clips, but I also love the flower clips!

  25. Amy C. says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:22 pm

    I love the patriotic layered hairbow!!

  26. Anna says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:23 pm

    Pink rosette headband is my fave.

  27. sheena says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:24 pm

    I love everything too much to decide!!!

  28. Kelly says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:25 pm

    I’m loving the white feather puff….would be a great wedding accessory!

  29. Amy Jean @ OCD says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:27 pm

    I’d love one of the feather clips with peacock feathers.

  30. SnowflakeDay (Audra) says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:27 pm

    I like the teal and orange multi-color spikey Gerbera daisy flower clip.

  31. melanie says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:29 pm

    I like the ribbon rose headbands. They look like something I would buy for my daughters and wear myself!

  32. Katey says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:32 pm

    hey great giveaway Gussy! it all looks super cute!

  33. LinhC says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:33 pm

    I like the golf visor with flower clip.

  34. Alyson says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:33 pm

    Love the pink ribbon rose headband. So cute!

  35. melissa davis says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:39 pm

    Love the blue camo hairbow! Perfect for this Texas girl!:)

  36. Beth says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:40 pm

    I love the turquoise and brown flower clip! these are so fun!

  37. Cia says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:43 pm

    Must have the Peonies.

  38. sarah r. says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:43 pm

    ribbon rose- cute!

  39. Mary Kathryn says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:47 pm

    LOVE the ribbon rose headbands!

  40. Lindsay says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:48 pm

    so many cute headbands! I love all of the feather ones :)

  41. Cindy V. says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:52 pm

    love the pink/green birthday hairbow

  42. christy says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:53 pm

    i like the This Peacock Feather Fascinator

  43. Jill says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:56 pm

    I really like the black and hot pink headband!

  44. Kari M. says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:02 pm

    I really like the pink and brown bow headband! Perfect for my little red head!

  45. Ashlyn Williams says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:11 pm

    i like the This Peacock Feather Fascinator

  46. april says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:13 pm

    love the black feather headband! so sweet!
    xoxo

  47. Rachel @evienlizzie.com says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:18 pm

    The patriotic layered bow is my favorite!

  48. Shandell says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:18 pm

    the argyle pacifier clips are just precious!

  49. Beth says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:18 pm

    I like the blue and orange daisy pin and the black and white daisy pin

  50. Lisa says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:20 pm

    I love the 4th of july but my daughter would want everything in there that is pink!!

  51. Chandra says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:24 pm

    The pink clip is awesome!!

  52. Hannah says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:26 pm

    love the name lola and so love the clips!!

  53. Shasta Looper says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:26 pm

    Could not choose just one! It is impossible! I love ALL the feather headbands and clips!

  54. Mindy Scime says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:26 pm

    Love the infant hats!

  55. Maria says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:27 pm

    My favorite thing is the mauve or rose colored flower clip!

  56. thechattymommy says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:28 pm

    I love the natural duck feathers clip!

  57. April says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:31 pm

    Ribbon rose headband, perfect for my daughter :)

  58. tara says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:35 pm

    Love the pink lotus flower!

  59. Vashti M says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:39 pm

    I love the Cheetah and Zebra Print hats!

  60. Kirsten Irish says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:40 pm

    lovin on that blue camo hair bow. Imagine what I could do with my little sisters with this stuff! =D

  61. Andrea says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:43 pm

    I love the black and white one that you show here! Very much my style!

  62. Helen says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:49 pm

    I like the Ribbon Rose Headbands.

  63. Deborah Kocan says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:56 pm

    I love the hot pink Jemma Feather clip!

  64. Jody says

    June 20, 2011 at 10:58 pm

    Love the flower clips! Especially the pink and green.

  65. Devotion Mama says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:00 pm

    I like the Pink Leopard Boots, but she might like to know I had trouble with her website. I had to play with it to see the prices of the shoes

  66. Andi Wojnowski says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:12 pm

    Cream Daisy with Brown feathers = GORGEOUS.

  67. Michelle C says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:20 pm

    Love that birthday inspired Hair Bow! Thanks for the chance to win!

  68. Molly Martin says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:21 pm

    Purple & blue hair bow with purple feathers

  69. Ingrid says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    I love the cream feather puff!

  70. nrnoodle says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:39 pm

    I really liked the Ribbon Rose Headbands.

  71. Michele says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:40 pm

    Ribbon Rose Headbands

  72. mommabird2345 says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:46 pm

    It would be a hard decision to pick between the pink bow headband and the flower clips. :)

  73. Kate says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:48 pm

    I love the black feather headband with the peacock feather.

  74. Nicole says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:53 pm

    My favorite is the light blue feather headband. So pretty!

  75. Lindsay says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:57 pm

    I love the daisy headbands!

  76. Tammie says

    June 21, 2011 at 12:07 am

    I am lovin’ the ladies baseball cap with the large flower. Adorable!!!

  77. MarfMom says

    June 21, 2011 at 12:23 am

    i like the ribbon rose headband

  78. Deanna says

    June 21, 2011 at 12:40 am

    the Red, White and Blue Ostrich Feather puff would be fun. :)

  79. Krystel says

    June 21, 2011 at 12:45 am

    Love the feather hair clips! Their so pretty!!!

  80. Anna Morales says

    June 21, 2011 at 12:58 am

    The cheetah toddler hat is adorable ;) Would love to win!

  81. Dulce R says

    June 21, 2011 at 4:01 am

    I loveeeee the Ribbon Rose Headbands!! So girly! :D

    Dulce
    ruelasjacobo90@gmail.com

  82. Kitty says

    June 21, 2011 at 4:22 am

    I liked the 4th of July Ostrich Feather Puff

  83. Simply Sara says

    June 21, 2011 at 4:44 am

    Feather puffs are my Fav!

  84. Tiffany says

    June 21, 2011 at 5:49 am

    That ribbon rose headband in black is so classy and pretty!

  85. Deanne says

    June 21, 2011 at 6:00 am

    Flowers or feathers, love them both!!

  86. jenn says

    June 21, 2011 at 6:26 am

    love the pink and green flower clip!

  87. Natasha says

    June 21, 2011 at 6:43 am

    Love all the flower clips and broaches! SOOO cute!

  88. Melayne Marchese says

    June 21, 2011 at 6:48 am

    Love the flower clips! Pink and Green are my favs…

  89. Wendy Spence says

    June 21, 2011 at 6:49 am

    The turquoise and black feather pin/clip is my favorite…so pretty.

  90. Courtney says

    June 21, 2011 at 6:56 am

    I love the ribbon rose headbands!

  91. S Club Mama says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:01 am

    I like the Ribbon Rose headbands in pink

  92. Rachel Baker says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:19 am

    LOVE the colors of the headbands!

  93. Rebecca says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:33 am

    The Ribbon Rose headbands are so adorable and I love many of the feather clips/headbands also. What a cute shop!

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    searchingoutsimple@comcast.net

  94. Leslie S says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:34 am

    I love all the hairbows! The patriotic one would be great for 4th of July and the light pink and white headband bow is precious too!

  95. Cara says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:35 am

    I really like the pink and brown headband, however everything is just too sweet!

  96. Amy ♥ says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:44 am

    My daughters would love any of the feather headbands since they don’t have any. Cute!

  97. MaryBeth says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:51 am

    Love the Addie clip in white and hot pink…so cute!

  98. Lee says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:52 am

    i love the Jemma flower clip!

  99. Jocelyn says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:53 am

    Really cute headbands.

  100. Chris says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:53 am

    The peacock fascinator is what i love in the shop!

  101. Melissa says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:57 am

    The Peacock Feather Clip is beautiful.

  102. EFY says

    June 21, 2011 at 8:08 am

    OOOH! So many cute things. I liked the animal print with feathers on an alligator clip, but I am sure I haven’t seen all the pretties!

  103. stac says

    June 21, 2011 at 8:12 am

    I love those ribbon rose headbands! Definitely as described, feminine and dainty!

  104. April says

    June 21, 2011 at 8:25 am

    LOVE the shoes…

  105. KK says

    June 21, 2011 at 8:32 am

    Love the hats with the clip on bows! My 8 yr old is really into them!

  106. ellie d says

    June 21, 2011 at 8:56 am

    love the bow clips!

  107. Maria says

    June 21, 2011 at 8:57 am

    Love everything!!!

  108. Kim says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:12 am

    Cheetah and Zebra Print Toddler to teen hat

  109. jessica@domesticated-bliss says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:12 am

    I love the Ribbon Rose Headbands !

  110. Amanda S. says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:16 am

    The feather headbands are so pretty!

  111. Jingle says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:25 am

    I love the peacock headband!

  112. Andrea L. says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:26 am

    The pink and brown headband-I’m a little obsessed with that color combo these days for my daughter :)

  113. Stephanie J says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:33 am

    I’ve just gotta have the “Lily” black feather flower!

  114. FoxyMomma says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:33 am

    i like the Red Daisy with Black and White Guinea Feathers headband

  115. Kelsey Balch says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:38 am

    OMG the Peacock Feather Fascinator is to die for!!!

  116. Amy C says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:41 am

    I like the Pink, White and Green Hair Bow headband

  117. Brooke says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:45 am

    i love the feather clips!!

  118. Jen Herbert says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:46 am

    I adore the Jemma feather flower clip. Too cute!

  119. Shanna Uptergrove says

    June 21, 2011 at 10:05 am

    Loving the 4th of July inspired Ostrich puff! Would be perfect for my little girls’ tutus!

  120. Donna O'Neil says

    June 21, 2011 at 10:17 am

    I like the Hot Pink Lotus Flower Clip.

  121. kittykerri says

    June 21, 2011 at 10:24 am

    There are so many unique items to love! I’m picking my fave as the Green Daisy with Black Curly Spiral Feathers hairclip.

  122. Katie says

    June 21, 2011 at 10:51 am

    I love the Ribbon Rose Headbands!

  123. Rachel Tatem says

    June 21, 2011 at 11:01 am

    I love those clips!

  124. Nikki says

    June 21, 2011 at 11:02 am

    Loving the ribbon rose headbands!

  125. Kassi @ Truly Lovely says

    June 21, 2011 at 11:05 am

    I would love to get some of the 4″ daisy flower clips for my flower girls!!!

  126. Shannon Vytlas says

    June 21, 2011 at 11:12 am

    You just can’t go wrong with a giant bow, love the Patriotic bow.

  127. Kristen says

    June 21, 2011 at 11:22 am

    Loving the Ribbon Rose Headband in Cream!

  128. Sarah P. says

    June 21, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    I’m a sucker for baby shoes! I’m loving the pink crocheted baby crib shoes.

  129. Sarah @ The Blogarista says

    June 21, 2011 at 12:05 pm

    I love the rose ribbon headbands!

  130. Sarah @ The Blogarista says

    June 21, 2011 at 12:05 pm

    I love the rose ribbon headbands that are so adorable!

  131. Jennifer J. says

    June 21, 2011 at 12:44 pm

    Zebra print hat with flower bow!

  132. JennaLynn says

    June 21, 2011 at 12:51 pm

    Love the ribbon rose headbands!

  133. Kate O. says

    June 21, 2011 at 12:57 pm

    Ribbon Rose Headband

  134. michelle haile says

    June 21, 2011 at 1:38 pm

    the ribbon rose headbands. LOVE THEM!!

  135. Julie says

    June 21, 2011 at 1:51 pm

    The shoes are too too cute!!! The zebra ones with the hot pink bow are my fave!

  136. Suz B says

    June 21, 2011 at 2:06 pm

    adore that black & ivory feather clip!

  137. Tania S. says

    June 21, 2011 at 2:11 pm

    The orange and black headband would be one that I would want.

  138. Brittanie N says

    June 21, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    I love the 4th of July feather poof clip!

  139. Karissa H says

    June 21, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    GIANT BOWS!!!!! Love them all :)

  140. Lola Perez says

    June 21, 2011 at 3:35 pm

    Loving the Ribbon Rose Headbands! So adorable =)

  141. Andrea says

    June 21, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    I really like the argyle pacifier clips and think they’d be great to have on hand for baby gifts.

  142. Traci says

    June 21, 2011 at 4:31 pm

    I like the ribbon rose headbands!

    Thanks,
    Traci

    curly2880atyahoocot

  143. Christine Humphries says

    June 21, 2011 at 4:53 pm

    I like the peacock feather fascinator headband!

  144. Nicole says

    June 21, 2011 at 4:55 pm

    I love the hot pink peacock feather fascinator headband!

  145. adelina says

    June 21, 2011 at 5:09 pm

    I like the patriotic hair bow.

  146. Cathy says

    June 21, 2011 at 5:58 pm

    The ribbon rose headband is just darling!!

  147. Stephanie C. says

    June 21, 2011 at 6:37 pm

    Those kuffi hats are so cute!

  148. Meredith says

    June 21, 2011 at 6:58 pm

    The headbands are very pretty!

  149. Kristin says

    June 21, 2011 at 7:05 pm

    Love the ribbon rose headbands!!

  150. Jessica Evans says

    June 21, 2011 at 8:13 pm

    Love the gator inspired bow!

  151. Alle says

    June 21, 2011 at 8:30 pm

    Any of those pacifier clips would come in handy!

  152. Michelle says

    June 21, 2011 at 8:36 pm

    I like the 4 Inch Hot Pink Lotus Flower Clip!

  153. Henria O. says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:19 pm

    The white & black leapard shoes are adorable!
    sazzyfrazz at gmail dot com

  154. Katie Hanner says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:27 pm

    I really like the daisy headbands.

  155. staci johnson says

    June 21, 2011 at 9:38 pm

    Love the ribbon rose headband!!

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We piled in the car this morning for a nature walk We piled in the car this morning for a nature walk. When I finally walked out and sat down, they shouted, “THE QUEEN! EVERYBODY CHEER FOR THE QUEEN!” (yes, they really call me that...☺️💓☺️)

I brought our basket of mittens and gloves and hats. The older two brought RC cars. Bauer the dog came along; we had a wonderful time on our walk.

The afternoon was harder, but overall the day was sandwiched between two really sweet time slots.

Bedtime tonight was wonderful. We read two chapters from our read aloud and Max lost another baby tooth.

This job I have, it really wears me down AND fills me up. It’s a constant take away AND fill up. Even when the moments feel so fitful, I know the story is rich. 

🕯🌙 Hello, sweet slumber. You’re carrying my babies away to a peaceful land. Goodnight, my children. Goodnight.

#motherhood #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodissanctifying #naturewalk #michigan
There’s a woman on Instagram I check on every co There’s a woman on Instagram I check on every couple of weeks because she is so sparkly & cheerful. She shares little pep talks, she wears fuchsia lipstick. She says, “like so, like that” when she’s explaining something. She’s a hoot. I love the joy that bursts from her eyes when she talks. In her own unique ways, her perspectives pull back the fog I often find myself in. I’m a weary mama, and her energy and gentleness feels nurturing, though I haven’t met her... I would love to meet her. 👩🏽‍🤝‍👩🏼I’m inspired by the snippets of life she shares online. Thank you, Tabitha for sharing your light. 🕯💓💄🌿@iamtabithabrown
What has kept you and your home busy as of late? F What has kept you and your home busy as of late? For us, it’s this…

The sound of Julia Robert’s calming voice is playing in the background of our playroom. Yesterday we finished another read aloud, Charlotte’s Web, so today my children are watching the movie. Knowing in-detail the lessons they are learning, along with reading books together, definitely adds to the joy of motherhood; the joy of teaching my children and being with them for so many hours each day. We experience so much together. Even when things feel chaotic at home, when I can’t call something by the correct name they still long to be near me and work alongside me. Tired has been a dear companion to me for the last seven years, but my children are gentle with their responses.

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It’s the season of perpetual hope. 🎄✨📖Of It’s the season of perpetual hope. 🎄✨📖Of books that shape our minds, of anticipation, of creative projects that mar our kiddos clothing (but morph our memories into beauty). Oh right! There are cookies cooling on the counter — gotta go! ✌🏻
Keeping my hands busy (making wooden bead garland Keeping my hands busy (making wooden bead garland for our tree; link posted to Stories) and my mind inspired (watching HGTV). I really enjoy the quiet of the evening after a full, rich day. God is so kind to give this to me today. What have you received today? 🎄💫📿
This guy is my steady; my Zack. This is a latergra This guy is my steady; my Zack. This is a latergram from October, from one of our many fall adventures with the kids. We had so many fun day trips, I don’t even remember where this was taken 👏🏻⭐️. I’m gonna guess Cranbrook Gardens.
This morning I sat on the front porch and read my This morning I sat on the front porch and read my book & drank coffee. The birds were with me, nearly a hundred of them. Fluttering from rooftop to treetop to hiding inside the bushes. So beautiful and calm. Mother culture... the path to joy in motherhood & homemaking.
Well kiddos, we had a great summer together! 🥳👏🏻🛴⛱🍦🤸🏼‍♀️🎨🎹🏊🏻‍♂️🧺🎠📚📺🍿🌿🌷☀️🚲

Thanks for coming along with me to the pool, nature trails, the park, hosting friends in our backyard, reading adventures, popcorn & movie night, art, planting flowers, planting a garden, bike rides, neighborhood walks, lake swimming, and supplying the ice cream truck w/ roughly $84 this summer. 

I loved our time together! 🥰🧒🏼👩🏻👧🏼🧒🏻

And the great news is this: we have autumn to enjoy together, too! 👏🏻🌾🍃🍂 so thankful.
Even if you don’t have students learning at home Even if you don’t have students learning at home, these ten “field trip” ideas will give your day a boost. 

When your mind feels foggy, step outside. When your home feels too small or too big, step outside. When the bickering is loud or your internal criticism is high, step outside. 

Give yourself (and your family) the joy of an adventure away from the home. 

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It’s come to my realization there’s plenty of It’s come to my realization there’s plenty of time these days to craft a letter when I wash dishes, take my kids on a walk, or take care of our garden. All that silence, it makes my internal monologue even louder 🤣. 

Many times we are out & about in the neighborhood and I think, “oh the flowers surrounding your porch are lovely!” Or, “wow” (to the elderly man) “you have such a great smile, thanks for sharing it with us!” Wouldn’t it be great to jot that down in a card and send it through the mail as well?

We are always in need of community & kind words! 🌷💬

I remember many years ago, when nearly pregnant with another baby and our personal finances were THE PITS, my best friend came over with $500 cash. Just to bless us. She also included a personal note. Of course, I’ve always known how special personal notes are, but this card really meant so much.

And so I’ve decided as the year-end nears: wouldn’t it be nice to send a letter a week for the final 20 weeks we have left in 2020. Me thinks so 🙂. 

Community & kind words: I’m coming for you!

PS. wanna join me in sending 20 cards by Dec. 31?
🖤working on our school room, mid-process update 🖤working on our school room, mid-process update! this wall is inspired by @mygrandparentschair 👏🏻 

I saw her feature in a recent issue of “Better Homes & Gardens” and I was all 🤩🤩over her foyer. I’m using 1/2” black masking tape (mistake-making friendly) instead of paint, also renter friendly. 

Working on this project has been so good for my mental health. Doing > worrying.
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