One week out from hosting Justin’s 50th birthday d One week out from hosting Justin’s 50th birthday dinner and emceeing Hammers & Heels, so today officially kicked off my beauty marathon.

Started with a facial at The Ritual Co., and yes, I’m here for the glow… but honestly, the real win was an uninterrupted hour to sit still, be taken care of, and fully relax.
Learning to love your body isn’t a linear journey Learning to love your body isn’t a linear journey and it often doesn’t have a clear and definitive end. I’ve worked for the better part of a decade on my relationship with my body. I’ve done a lot of work. I’ve honored her, encouraged her, I’ve chosen to see her as good. It’s been an intentional journey to really break down and know my body is good, just as it it. 

But just when I think I have evolved past being critical of myself I go to try on swimsuits and boom I’m back. This past weekend I went to try on swimsuits. It was a last minute decision and I just popped in a store. I talked to an associate and realized she was picking things and putting them into a fitting room for me. I could feel my pulse starting to race. Initially I was frustrated with myself for feeling insecure about trying on suits but then I remembered that this is a journey. I politely told the sales associate that I just didn’t think I was ready to try on. In the kindest way she said, it’s fine, I’ll mark some things down and when you feel ready just come back. 

I’m telling you this story because sometimes it’s easy to look at people who share their lives online and think they some how have mastered living themselves in a way that you can never achieve. The truth is that for many people it’s something we still struggle with from time to time.

Just remind yourself that like most things in life there is no medal for being the most secure person in the room. Give yourself grace and just repeat after me, my body is good just as it is.
Why this outfit works. #fashion #style Why this outfit works. #fashion #style
Give a man a beer and he can drink for an hour. Gi Give a man a beer and he can drink for an hour. Give a man three beers and he will make TikTok’s with you in your living room. #marriage
23 years. Not bad for my first marriage. #anniver 23 years. Not bad for my first marriage. 
#anniversary #marriage #piscesarieslove
Why this outfit works. Episode 2. My personal dres Why this outfit works. Episode 2. My personal dressing theory is two fold. 

First, try things. You are going to be stuck if you always go with a comfortable formula. 

Second, if YOU think YOU look good then go with it. You don’t need someone else seal of approval.
Friday. Friday.
Bejeweled 🍒 💎 #pizaz @whitneypalmer701 Bejeweled 🍒 💎 #pizaz @whitneypalmer701
Rules stifle creativity every time. Personal style Rules stifle creativity every time. Personal style is about trying new things and to be honest it’s about getting things wrong now and then. What do you think?  Are you pro color palette or pro trying anything?

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Decorating, Entertaining, Food, Gift Guide, Holiday, Home, Life, Seasonal Guide · November 19, 2019

Holiday Gift Guide – Laurel Mercantile

We recently took a weekend trip to Laurel, MS with the kids and we fell in love. It’s a sweet small town with cute storefronts, a main street and the story of how they revived their community is just incredible.

We had a list of places that we wanted to visit while in Laurel but the two I was most excited about was the Laurel Mercantile and Scotsmans General Store. Growing up with a family fond of road trips to off the beaten path places I learned that all the best stuff in a town is usually in the general store.

The shop didn’t disappoint and we picked up so many good items I wanted to share them with all of you because they have a website and everything can be ordered and shipped.

Scotsman Co. Denim Fall Flannel. These shirts are well made and SOFT. I bought a few for Justin and my dad. I love that they feel well worn and will be comfortable from the first time you wear them. They are also made in the US which was something the owners strive to provide in their store.

Scotsman Men's shirt

Enamel French Fry Holder. I am always saying that I don’t need anymore dishes but I think everyone can admit that they just may need a special cup for their fries.

Enamel French Fry holder

Tulip Storage Bowls. The selection of vintage Pyrex and milk glass was incredible. I collect milk glass and other vintage kitchen items so I was in heaven. I didn’t get these but they are on my list.

Tulip Storage Bowls

Jadeite Dinnerware. If you are looking for interesting and unique dinnerware check out this entire set.

Jadeite Dinner Set

LMco. Pure Cane Syrup. This syrup is delicious. I love maple syrup on my pancakes but this syrup is my new favorite.

LMco Pure Cane Syrup

LMco. Peach Jam. We bought this jam for my parents as a gift when we spent the weekend in Laurel and they kept our crazy dog. It looked delicious and had pieces of fruit in the jam. They told me in the store that it is a delicious filling for pastries too.

Peach Jam LMco

Walker Feed Co. Mixers. I am anxiously awaiting some of these being restocked because they are so good. The mint julep syrup is divine and does not taste like a packaged cocktail syrup.

Walker's Cocktail Mixers

Gardiner Park Trio Bundle. Just get it all. It’s totally worth it.

Gardiner Park Trio

Make Something Good Today Book. This is the sweetest book about Laurel and it’s incredible comeback. I read part of it when we were staying in the Laurel Cottages.

Erin Napier Art. This collection of pieces are sweet, beautiful and affordable. I couldn’t pick one so I just linked all of them.

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One week out from hosting Justin’s 50th birthday d One week out from hosting Justin’s 50th birthday dinner and emceeing Hammers & Heels, so today officially kicked off my beauty marathon.

Started with a facial at The Ritual Co., and yes, I’m here for the glow… but honestly, the real win was an uninterrupted hour to sit still, be taken care of, and fully relax.
Learning to love your body isn’t a linear journey Learning to love your body isn’t a linear journey and it often doesn’t have a clear and definitive end. I’ve worked for the better part of a decade on my relationship with my body. I’ve done a lot of work. I’ve honored her, encouraged her, I’ve chosen to see her as good. It’s been an intentional journey to really break down and know my body is good, just as it it. 

But just when I think I have evolved past being critical of myself I go to try on swimsuits and boom I’m back. This past weekend I went to try on swimsuits. It was a last minute decision and I just popped in a store. I talked to an associate and realized she was picking things and putting them into a fitting room for me. I could feel my pulse starting to race. Initially I was frustrated with myself for feeling insecure about trying on suits but then I remembered that this is a journey. I politely told the sales associate that I just didn’t think I was ready to try on. In the kindest way she said, it’s fine, I’ll mark some things down and when you feel ready just come back. 

I’m telling you this story because sometimes it’s easy to look at people who share their lives online and think they some how have mastered living themselves in a way that you can never achieve. The truth is that for many people it’s something we still struggle with from time to time.

Just remind yourself that like most things in life there is no medal for being the most secure person in the room. Give yourself grace and just repeat after me, my body is good just as it is.
Why this outfit works. #fashion #style Why this outfit works. #fashion #style
Give a man a beer and he can drink for an hour. Gi Give a man a beer and he can drink for an hour. Give a man three beers and he will make TikTok’s with you in your living room. #marriage
23 years. Not bad for my first marriage. #anniver 23 years. Not bad for my first marriage. 
#anniversary #marriage #piscesarieslove
Why this outfit works. Episode 2. My personal dres Why this outfit works. Episode 2. My personal dressing theory is two fold. 

First, try things. You are going to be stuck if you always go with a comfortable formula. 

Second, if YOU think YOU look good then go with it. You don’t need someone else seal of approval.
Friday. Friday.
Bejeweled 🍒 💎 #pizaz @whitneypalmer701 Bejeweled 🍒 💎 #pizaz @whitneypalmer701
Rules stifle creativity every time. Personal style Rules stifle creativity every time. Personal style is about trying new things and to be honest it’s about getting things wrong now and then. What do you think?  Are you pro color palette or pro trying anything?

P.S. peep @caleb.blaine in the background
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