There She Goes: The Pull Of What You Love
Hello & Happy Thursday!
It seems that the world is sighing in relief this week. Do you feel it too? I actually had a friend in Scotland check in on me last week, to see how I was doing, because she couldn’t sleep due to election thoughts! No matter what you wanted the outcome to be, it feels generally good to no longer hold the weight of uncertainty.
On Monday the 9th, it was my mom’s birthday. This was the third we’ve celebrated since her passing. Since she’s such a bright soul, I always do try to honor her by enjoying the day, reflecting on happy memories, and being kind to others.
Last week I was sharing helpful tips to promote well-being, and I think that’s something we all still need. This should help.
Hug your loved ones tight, stay safe & healthy! Let’s jump in!
Designs We’re Digging
Elizabeth Sunglasses Case Kit!
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New For You! Dorset Beginner Needlepoint Kit
Named after Brooke’s beloved Dorset, VT, this little canvas is a great beginner needlepoint project and quick stitch to bring along on the go. Grab yours here!
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Songs To Stitch To, Sing To, Get You Through The Week
An Air That Kills — Jeremiah Fraites
Interstellar Love feat. Leon Bridges — The Avalanches
Holding Hands — The Magic Lantern
Set Aside Some Time This Week For Some Self-Care
I. Soul food! You know I’m a sucker for all things sourdough. Welp, this weekend my partner and I made sourdough DONUTS! We don’t have a recipe ready to share with you yet but just the act of making something I never expected to make at home + that something being delicious and heart-warming… well, there are few things as good in life.
II. Start of the day in a special way. Lately I’ve enjoyed starting off a few mornings a week with gentle movement and meditation. I like lighting a candle or salt lamp as well to really create some soft vibes.
III. Bring awareness to your screen time. I’m not sure about you but last week I was stuck to my phone 😬. I knew that would happen, so I didn’t judge myself for it. However, this week I am being much more intentional about turning my phone over or leaving it in a separate room, so I can be present with what I’m working on.
Soulful Salutations
I. “I am not this hair, I am not this skin, I am the soul that lives within.” — India Aire
II. “Believe in yourself. You are braver than you think, more talented than you know, and capable of more than you imagine.” ― Roy T. Bennett
III. “Let yourself be silently drawn by the strange pull of what you really love. It will not lead you astray.” — Rumi
Uplifting Things Happening Around The World
I. New York City will be experimenting with responding to emergency mental health calls with the help of mental health professionals & crisis workers, instead law enforcement.
II. Happy Veteran’s Day - the Department of Veterans Affairs announced that U.S. military veterans and gold star families will have “lifetime of free access to national parks, wildlife refuges and other federal lands managed by the Department of the Interior.”
III. Check out this article that details good things that came out of the election!
Brooke’s Bookshelf
Written by Brooke McGowan, founder of Thorn Alexander
The last week has been a bit of a whirlwind as I try to squeeze in a class (never not learning), catch up with friends and do work, but this is what I have queued up for the days ahead!
I. Elizabeth Holmes So Many Thoughts on Second Life Podcast
II. Group Chat Realness Podcast with Textured Waves
III. What My Aunt Taught Me About Ambition by Meena Harris
IV. Ambitious Girl by Meena Harris