Even though it has been hotter than hades I’ve sti Even though it has been hotter than hades I’ve still managed to throw some fits.
If you ever thought I would be boring at a party, If you ever thought I would be boring at a party, you would be wrong.
When I look at someone’s Instagram page for the fi When I look at someone’s Instagram page for the first time I always go straight to the highlights.

And I see one of two things. Either there are no highlights at all or there are highlights that have no real strategy behind them. Random collections, no covers, content that has nothing to do with the brand.

Your highlights are one of the first things a new visitor sees when they land on your page. They are prime real estate and most people are leaving them empty or underutilized.

Here is what your highlights should be doing for you:

-Saving content you want to live on your page longer than 24 hours
-Telling a first time visitor exactly who you are and what you do
-Organized collections that make sense — new listings, services, events, try ons
-Branded covers that make your page look polished and intentional

Every industry is different. A real estate agent should be highlighting new listings and community content. A medical practice should highlight services and testimonials. A boutique should highlight new arrivals and in store events.

And once a year go through all of them. Remove what is outdated. Keep what still reflects your brand.
Your highlights should always represent where your brand is right now.

Save this and go audit your highlights this week.
Follow for more digital strategy tips every Tuesday.
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Most people look at their Instagram insights. Not Most people look at their Instagram insights.
Not everyone knows what they are actually looking at.

I see it all the time when I sit down with clients. They know their numbers are there. They just are not sure what to do with them. So let’s fix that.

Your Instagram insights are broken down into two categories. Post insights show you how one specific piece of content performed. Account insights show you how your overall strategy is performing over time. Both matter and they answer different questions.

Here is what to pay attention to on every post:

-Views — your highest number, counts every time your content was seen including multiple views from the same account
-Reach — the number of unique accounts that saw your content, watch how much is coming from non followers
-Engagement — likes, comments, saves, and shares. Saves and shares are the most valuable
-Profile Visits — how many people were curious enough to go look at your page after seeing your content
-Follows — which posts are actually convincing people to stick around
-Audience Details — who is seeing your content and when they are most active

Here is the thing. High views with low engagement means your content is being seen but not connecting. High profile visits with low follows means something is off on your page. Go check your bio and your pinned posts.

Your insights are not just numbers. They are directions.
Save this and go pull up your insights right now.

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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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Even though it has been hotter than hades I’ve sti Even though it has been hotter than hades I’ve still managed to throw some fits.
If you ever thought I would be boring at a party, If you ever thought I would be boring at a party, you would be wrong.
When I look at someone’s Instagram page for the fi When I look at someone’s Instagram page for the first time I always go straight to the highlights.

And I see one of two things. Either there are no highlights at all or there are highlights that have no real strategy behind them. Random collections, no covers, content that has nothing to do with the brand.

Your highlights are one of the first things a new visitor sees when they land on your page. They are prime real estate and most people are leaving them empty or underutilized.

Here is what your highlights should be doing for you:

-Saving content you want to live on your page longer than 24 hours
-Telling a first time visitor exactly who you are and what you do
-Organized collections that make sense — new listings, services, events, try ons
-Branded covers that make your page look polished and intentional

Every industry is different. A real estate agent should be highlighting new listings and community content. A medical practice should highlight services and testimonials. A boutique should highlight new arrivals and in store events.

And once a year go through all of them. Remove what is outdated. Keep what still reflects your brand.
Your highlights should always represent where your brand is right now.

Save this and go audit your highlights this week.
Follow for more digital strategy tips every Tuesday.
That is what I am here for.
I’ve done the research and the results are the sam I’ve done the research and the results are the same. #documentary
My hobbies are getting dressed up and shaking my 🍑 My hobbies are getting dressed up and shaking my 🍑. In that order. #danceparty
Hot summer nights. Thank you for the beautiful eve Hot summer nights. Thank you for the beautiful evening @wigsbytiffani and @nuair_ac #gala #fancykings
5 reasons I think you need to hire @brittanyspreen 5 reasons I think you need to hire @brittanyspreen.hmua for your next glam 💄 👄 #mua #glam
Let me have a word with you…. Let me have a word with you….
Most people look at their Instagram insights. Not Most people look at their Instagram insights.
Not everyone knows what they are actually looking at.

I see it all the time when I sit down with clients. They know their numbers are there. They just are not sure what to do with them. So let’s fix that.

Your Instagram insights are broken down into two categories. Post insights show you how one specific piece of content performed. Account insights show you how your overall strategy is performing over time. Both matter and they answer different questions.

Here is what to pay attention to on every post:

-Views — your highest number, counts every time your content was seen including multiple views from the same account
-Reach — the number of unique accounts that saw your content, watch how much is coming from non followers
-Engagement — likes, comments, saves, and shares. Saves and shares are the most valuable
-Profile Visits — how many people were curious enough to go look at your page after seeing your content
-Follows — which posts are actually convincing people to stick around
-Audience Details — who is seeing your content and when they are most active

Here is the thing. High views with low engagement means your content is being seen but not connecting. High profile visits with low follows means something is off on your page. Go check your bio and your pinned posts.

Your insights are not just numbers. They are directions.
Save this and go pull up your insights right now.

Follow for more digital strategy tips every Tuesday.

That is what I am here for.
It took me months to work my way up to leg pressin It took me months to work my way up to leg pressing 160 pounds.

In the last four weeks, I dropped back to 100.

That sounds discouraging until you know the whole story.

I took two weeks completely off while we were on vacation. Then I spent another two weeks barely making it to the gym because life got busy and my knee needed a break.

Old me would have looked at that number and thought I was starting over.

Now I know better.

Progress isn’t a straight line. It’s full of vacations, injuries, busy seasons, family commitments, work deadlines, and days when your body simply needs rest.

The strongest people I know aren’t the ones who never lose momentum. They’re the ones who keep coming back.

So if you’ve ever looked at someone else’s progress and wondered why yours feels so slow, remember this: you’re only seeing a snapshot. You’re not seeing the months of consistency, the setbacks, the plateaus, or the days they had to start lighter than they wanted to.

Fitness isn’t something I’m trying to “finish.” It’s a lifelong relationship with my body. Some seasons I’ll be stronger. Some seasons I’ll simply be showing up.

Both count.

I know I’ll get back to 160.

And when I do, it’ll be because I kept going—not because I never took a break.

If you’re in a season where it feels like you’ve taken a step backward, give yourself some grace. Your journey isn’t over. It’s just another chapter.

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