Meet the cross of Cindy loo who and Pebbles…..aka my youngest niece.

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Welp. Believe it. I actually pulled off posting everyday this month. That means today is the last thursday of the month, so Happy Thanksgiving! This month of reflecting on the little things came at such pivotal timing for me. After my mentor session early in the month, I really got into my groove of writing again. I have spent a lot of time  reflecting on my life and business.  I have experienced many ups and downs along the way but taking time to remember and write about what I was thankful for each day really made such a difference in my attitude in my everyday life. This is something I definitely want to keep up on a personal level, adding to my journal about what I can be thankful for often.

So today I challenge you to write down what you are thankful for. Many of you will do this at your thanksgiving dinners or in your head throughout the day, but there is something to be said about actually writing words down. They become so much more real and tangible. Trust me you might surprise yourself.

Here is my list of thankfuls for today: amazing husband. supportive and life changing friends.  the means to express my creativity. the last month of posts. 112 Eatery. athletic ability and last but definitely not least peppermint bark.

Also, if you are looking for some more personal reflection and goal setting, check out this amazing article Get Fired Up :: How To Make Things Happen written by Lara Casey. I can’t put into words how much of a blessing reading and doing this excerise was. I am so appreciative she shared her heart. It makes me want to meet Lara in person, give her a huge hug thanking her and then talk for hours about life. A special thanks to E for forwarding it on.

Be on the look out for a post coming soon about an easy way to be thankful and giveback to the community. Safe travels to all. Happy Thanksgiving + 4 day weekend.

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Aren’t these the cutest little flats. My girl Leah was sportin’ them the other day and I had to snap a picture. Ok, yes I have a small obsession with shoes, boots and feet. Not only are they a fashion statement. I just feel like the tell the story of where they have been, what they represent, and what is to come. I love the feeling when you pop into a pair of heels, comforting boots.

Anyways, I am excited for a couple days spent with family. This thanksgiving we will be headed to the in-laws. We usually do Thanksgiving with my family here in MN, but with the crazy summer we barely got home to visit the hubby’s home town. I am so excited to disconnect for a couple days, indulge in some turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing and most importantly raspberry pretzel salad. Seriously people, I could and maybe have eaten this for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Here’s to a wonderful 4 day weekend.

Meet Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors. The first time I saw this amazing band was when they opened for Dave Barnes this summer at Varsity theatre. It takes a lot to impress me at a concert, especially a new band that I have never heard before. Drew & the neighbors blew me away… I was automatically memorized by their voices and really taking to every tune.  I got home downloaded their music and even set my ringtone to one of my favorite songs. One thing I loved about their live performance is the way that Drew and Ellie looked at each other. It just was such adorable evident love. I whispered to my husband, “they have to be married or crazy in love.” Later in the concert Drew announced her as his wife and I was like I knew it. Seriously their connection was totally inspirational. I want to love like that.

Drew & Dave are very active on the social media sites (which i love about vendors) and today Drew was giving away their new Christmas CD if you tweeted a message about the new CD. I did and I won! I am so excited to hear all the tracks and jam to them this holiday season. Also, make sure to head to their website and facebook page to listen to their stuff.

They also came out with their first video today. It is amazing. Another spot of how frickin’ adorable these two are and how well their voices compliment each other. Today I am thankful for this awesome group. I would love to do a cover/promo shoot for this band some day.

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I don’t know if it totally would be classified as “cheating” but yes, below equals three thankful posts in one post. Gasp right? Ok I don’t neccesarily know if anyone really has noticed or cares, but yes I feel a tad bit guility so hence the title of this post.  Here goes nothing, my first thankful pictures would be these  holey do-dads, self named by me because I am not sure what their name really is. These holey do-dads look almost coral-like, and I just loved their dimension and texture.

I found these yesterday when I grabbed my camera to soak in the last moments of sunlight and a 55 degree day. I can’t even describe how excited I was to arrive at the park I had planned to watch the sunset. Seriously, it was like a kid in a candy store, asking myself “gina..are we there yet?”  Ok, I know this sounds like some relationship drama but, I hadn’t had alone time with my camera since Seattle. We missed each other. 🙂  New rule for myself is at least one day a week just hang out with my camera and me for a couple of hours and see what catches my eye. It is so refreshing and I think super important for my work as well. This first picture just makes me feel happy. I love the way the sun is just glazing these plants/weeds whatever they are. In my eyes they are beautiful. Next, I am thankful for this little potted plant. To give you a little backround, this december will mark a year in our first home. Late in the summer we finally had a little time to work on the yard and add some plants and flower beds. I picked these up when we were at the gardening store, cause I just love them. I love these flowers in wedding bouquets and even though you are not supposed to pot them I did, I just wanted to see them at my front door everyday. Well I am definitely not a green thumb and kinda just let these guys go…..and I really like how they turned out. I think that this color set would be amazing for a vintage like bouquet but more importantly I still give a lil’ peek at my pot when I am entering my house. So here-here, I am thankful for my non-green thumb that made this pot beautiful in my eyes.

Lastly, I am thankful for my awareness of self (hence the self portrait below). I really feel I am getting into my groove with figuring out me and trying to view myself through God’s eyes. I am taking pride in staying true to myself and it feels great. I definitely think there will be many trials ahead, but I can look back at the ones I have already faced and know that they have made me who I am today. It’s all about the journey and I am here for the ride.

Now go enjoy your BEAUTIFUL weekend. The hubby and I plan on jamming out the holiday music and decorating the house.

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This picture just makes me smile and I want to yell out  “for the win” or “touchdown”. This photo made me realize that I need to celebrate the little wins. Whether that be crossing off a line item on the to-do list, getting to the gym, or knocking the crap out of my email. I need to give myself a high-five (think Borat voice) and through my hands in the air and rejoice. So today, I am thankful for this curly haired little guy, who clueless to him, is helping me celebrate my little wins.

My sister started the search for the dress last week. I am so excited that I get to be part of this process. I definitely have a different appreciation for all things wedding now that I am in the business. I feel very honored to be her Maid of Honor, I know that people usually assume that this person would be your sister but it is still a big choice. I am so excited to continue to dress shop. My sister has great chic style and I can’t wait to see her say…Yes to the dress!