09/20/2026
In a recent episode of the Backroom Podcast, Amy of Bloom Trust Co reminded me that success does not always lie in a specific number and that it looks different for everyone. I know this, but it can be easy to forget! Yes, I can't pay the bills in hugs & thank yous, but they sure do fuel me to keep going on this unique, somewhat scenic route, one that I've purposely chosen. Here's what our success looked like this weekend:
-Got to make homecoming court flowers and received so much gratitude from the families, some of whom used the flowers to make their own bouquets for the dance!
-First pop up of the season at Sweetwood was slammed! Got to see so many beautiful faces we'd been missing and met lots of new friends. Built and tested some totems for broken arch installations and they were great! Despite the heat, the fall vibes were strong and dare I say...it was a few degrees cooler than usual?!
-Bought some delicious sourdough from Eonia Microbakery who was also at the Sweetwood pop up! Hot tip from the baker herself...slice it up and freeze it, toast on demand. It was SO good w a little apple butter this morning.
-My right hand, Rania, made some GORGEOUS bouquets and was always a step ahead. She helped us get out on time so I could go see my daughter perform at Tota for their Make a Wish Foundation benefit concert.
-Always being reminded of the circle of life...was honored to create florals for a memorial held at Rusty Bellies and ended the day with the JOYOUS news of cousin Kara's engagement to a pretty awesome guy, Presidente Mason!
Keep doing you, kids! Stay Gold! You can't go wrong with FULL HEARTS. Pretty sure of that.