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Thinking Bigger: Serving Others and Supporting Small Businesses
Here on the blog, we've implemented a new series of talks on Thinking Bigger. Last week we touched on How Simplicity Changes Everything, and this week I wanted to talk about serving others and supporting small businesses – A topic that has really been on my heart and surprisingly, has also helped me process during this time.
My family lives in Dallas; we are so close, and it was really tough to cancel the trips we had planned to see each other, not knowing when the safe next time will be. One way that has helped me feel so connected is by sending them presents that remind me of them or fun little things for my sweet nieces! And all the while, I order the items from small businesses. You bring a company joy while sending joy to someone you love, and it doesn’t have to be big!Another long-winded, yet rewarding project we have been diving into is all things home and finishing the furnishing process! With the intension of supporting small businesses, I feel like I have entered an entirely new world of discovering some incredible companies! It makes the purchase that was on the to-do feel much more purposeful.
Fun Ideas
- Create your neighbor a bouquet of flowers from the backyard.
- Write a note to someone you are grateful for.
- Call your grandma.
- Give to a charity that provides meals to others during this time.
- Cook a meal or cookies and deliver it to someone it would help.
Gift Ideas
- Send a bottle of wine from here (it's organic and biodynamic and delicious!)
- A toy for your friend's puppy from here, here, or here.
- Send something cute from here.
- This Box of Sunshine that gives 100% of proceeds to Baby2Baby.
- The cutest organic clothes for kids.
- For new mamas.
- Healthy products from here.
For the Home
- I just got this little vase, mini lamp, and marble counter pedestal (inspo from Ashley Kane).
- These pretty water glasses.
- European linen pool towels for such an affordable price!
- A healthy way to keep the bugs away outside!
- Rugs from here or here!
- Something pretty from here.
To follow along with items I'm getting my hands on, or to see how I'm constantly learning and processing throughout this time, stay up to date on my Instagram. x
How can you serve and support others during this time? Jot down a few ideas and try to implement one this week!
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paper anniversary.
I can't believe Jason and I have almost been married a year! Marriage has truly been one of the greatest gifts in my life; it is more fun, enriching, and sweeter than I could have expected. Isn't this paper present so fun? It's a mini Jase and I all dolled up for our upcoming #PaperAnniversary! If you’re celebrating your first anniversary this year, share a special paper moment with @HowLifeUnfolds for the chance to win a romantic second honeymoon to NYC, Napa Valley, Maui or Puerto Rico! See all details here.Holidays are some of the most anticipated times of the year for me. Oh! And birthdays are just my absolute favorite. I love any occasion for the celebration and tradition, but if we are being completely honest, I so enjoy any time that gives me an excuse to give someone a cute card or a special little gift.
Sweet cards and thoughtful notes are two things I can never seem to part with. Mine are all piled in a cute box in my office closet, and every so often, I can't help but dig through and re-read them. They make me extra grateful for the relationships I have in my life and remind me of some of my most treasured memories.[show_shopthepost_widget id="1060878"]
5 Friday Faves
Random fact: one of my favorite things about writing for LOLO Mag is getting to hear what some of Lo's "5 Friday Faves" are. I love learning from other people and she's always calling out product or brands that a lot of times are new to me and great additions to my closet or home! So, for this week, the first 3 are favorites of Lo's, the last two are mine. xx
warm cozy blankets.
Winter nights are all about wrapping up in a snugly throw by the fire and watching a movie while munching on yummy popcorn. Here are some of my all-time favorite cozy blankets to keep comfy and warm. P.S. These are always a great gift!
1. Dotto Sweater Throw 2. Super Soft Fringe Blanket 3. Faux Fur Throw4. Grand Chenille Throw benefiting Give a Little Hope Campaign 5. Pale Rose Throw 6. Quirky Heirloom Throw 7. Threshold Plaid Throw 8. Serena & Lily Navy Pom Pom Throw
a fall essential: coatigans.
Considering the roads are covered in a sheet of ice, us Dallasites are currently locked up in our homes. After finishing my random list of in-home to-dos, such as wrapping all of my Christmas presents, watching nearly all of the Friends episodes, and cooking with my roomie, I naturally found myself daydreaming of coatigans...aka the coat-cardigan. What a brilliant trend collab and an absolute must-have for the chilly months. They never fail to make layering so fun and so chic. Styling tip: pair them with your favorite denim or dresses! Here are my favorites from ASOS:
1. Limited Edition Chunky Coatigan 2. Popper Front Coatigan 3. Mixed Fabric Coatigan 4. Esprit Heavy Quilted Coatigan 5. Double Breasted Coatigan 6. Patch Pocket Coatigan