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Last July I attended my first ever @creativeatheartconference, a 2-day event I was equal parts excited for, and terrified of. I knew before I even walked through the doors of that hotel conference room in downtown Denver, that I was about to have my introverted-self tested.
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The very first speaker on day one, little miss @shaycochrane at barely 9am (when I'm nervous, anxious, barely able to drink my orange juice and def not ready to have to speak to anyone) suggested that the veryyyyy first thing we all do is get up, move around, and introduce ourselves to our neighbors. My stomach dropped. Whyyyyy.
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I immediately looked to my right, who looked the least intimidating, who could I safely talk to. And there she was, just a few seats away, quite possibly looking as nervous as I felt in that moment, Marnie, @themintsweater
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Since the conference, Marnie and I have shared so many emails. And not just two-three liners, but mile-long emails of sharing our hearts, offering advice and encouragement. For every challenge in my business I've faced in the past year, Marnie has been there to encourage. And for every success, she's been there to celebrate.
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2 recent accomplishments in my business resulted in this - an unexpected package in my mailbox today, full of such sweet + thoughtful surprises, treats, gifts, and a note I'll save forever.
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Business milestones aside, I've been fighting for a seat on the struggle bus this week, so in all reality, this sweet surprise came at a time that it was more needed than even Marnie herself will ever know.
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The moral of my story? It's 2-parts, folks.
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1. To blast on the social media world how amazing the girl behind @themintsweater is. I honestly adore you, my friend.
2. To offer the reminder that we never know what someone else is going through. And the things we decide to say or do, no matter how big or small, can have such an impact.
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Spread positivity only, friends. Only only.

He had her convinced that since they were still in college...busy figuring out career paths, busy figuring out life in general..that the sensible decision would be to put any wedding bell plans on hold. A couple more years, that's all. Amanda completely agreed, it made so much sense given their current position in life.
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The reality though, is that Ryan was simply throwing Amanda off the scent of his real plan.

Happy Monday friends!
Random factoid for ya - I love love love when the bridal party gets a mad case of the giggles! 😏
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This fun group, and that gorgeous bride and groom are all over on the blog today!

I hear you wanna marry me 💕

Have vintage top hat, will add succulent ✌🏻

Little different from the norm for me and my light and airy style, but how could we not take advantage of these epic skies!? Plus, it's so fitting y'all! That guy? He spends his days up in those skies, flying planes and thinking about that very girl 💕

my claim to fame: I started this hashtag - #reallifetruthpost

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