When is the last time you truly smiled? I'm not talking about one of those plastered grins that comes out with the camera. Nor am I referencing the half-smile you give when explaining how you are truly doing. I'm talking about those big, ear-to-ear grins, the ones that you feel from head to toe! We … Continue reading fully dressed / reasons to smile
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starting well
These are the days where reflections are posted all over Instagram, dust is brushed off your sequined outfit + resolutions dauntingly hang in the back of your already full mind. After the toasts are cheers-ed + the ball has dropped, how can one begin a new year well? I am on a journey to learn … Continue reading starting well
ten things | may
Hello hello! Happy June! Hopefully your summer is off to a great start! Today I am sharing a few of my staples for the month of May. I will most likely be using these all summer long! |FORGOTTEN GOD| I actually was given this book for FREE at a yard sale a few weekends ago! … Continue reading ten things | may
hello again!
Hey friends! Here I am again, after about a year of radio silence. Summer of '17 was packed with commitments and simultaneous intentions to post on this space. Days became weeks, weeks became months, still Filigree Lane remained quiet. My fall and winter looked different than I expected. At first this was disappointing, seemingly wasteful … Continue reading hello again!
January Favorites
Hello friends! I hope the first month of 2017 has been full of joy and blessings for each one of you. Today I'm sharing some of the things I've been loving in January! Things I Did World Mandate This past weekend my mom, sister and I road-tripped up to Waco for a conference called World Mandate. … Continue reading January Favorites
A Better Christmas |Sustainable Gifts|
In recent years there has been an explosion of sustainable businesses and fair trade brands. To many it seems there is no difference between fair trade products and regular products other than the higher price tag. So what's the deal with fair trade? Why does it matter? Here are a few reasons I have found that … Continue reading A Better Christmas |Sustainable Gifts|
A Piece of Greece
Hello friends! I have an exciting post to share with you today! Earlier this summer a brand called Taaluma Totes contacted me with a special mission. A few years ago, 2 Virginia Tech engineers began a unique company, with the mission to connect travelers around the world. Alley & Jack were featured on the show … Continue reading A Piece of Greece
Wonderings about Wanderlust
Wanderlust: {noun} a deep desire to wander, adventure and travel the world. 'Wanderlust' has been a buzzword over the recent years. It describes that small voice in your mind that beckons you to any place but the one you're currently in. There's something so undeniably beautiful and intriguing about venturing into the unknown. If left to the … Continue reading Wonderings about Wanderlust
Last-Minute Gift Ideas
I don't know about you, but sometimes it's hard for me not to feel a tad bit guilty when purchasing a present at the last possible second. I'm sharing with you some ideas for last-minute gifts that take little time and effort, yet are still packed with meaning and love. It's not how much we … Continue reading Last-Minute Gift Ideas
Support Christian Brands
These days, many people, and therefore companies keep their Christian beliefs quiet in the name of being politically correct or non-offensive. It is important to support these brands who choose to boldly proclaim the name of Jesus through their company.