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I am a huge fan of TimeHop, and seeing what I did one year ago, five years ago… and however long ago since I’ve had my social media accounts.  I know it’s silly, but there’s just something about reminiscing about things that makes my heart happy.  I like to know how far I’ve come. It’s […]

June 1, 2017

dragon studio, misty saves the day, coastal virginia magazine, norva wedding, stage right lighting weddings, house of maya bridal, mystique salon and day spa

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It’s so easy to just get things done: to have a to-do list, to check boxes, to make things happen.  As business owners, one of our biggest faults is that we spend so much time just trying to get things done, that we don’t spend enough time being intentional.  You know I’m jumping ahead.  Let […]

May 12, 2017

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Growth always feels amazing, especially when it’s organic growth like I’ve experienced with Misty Saves the Day.  Lauren came on as an intern with me a few months ago.  Since then she has soared and learned so much.  I’m happy to introduce her as the newest part-time Misty Saves the Day employee.  Some of you […]

April 28, 2017

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I spent a lot of time at the end of last year analyzing how I spent my money.  I looked into where I spent my time and how to be productive with it.  There was a lot of time spent out of the house for meetings. Because I didn’t have a good place to meet with […]

April 17, 2017

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I walked away and went on vacation with my family and friends. I know it SEEMS like it’s not a big deal, but it totally is. Since owning Misty Saves the Day, I’ve only been on vacation once – and it was just for a weekend. I haven’t ever taken a full week off, and […]

April 15, 2017

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I’m so fortunate to work with Tianna Yentzer of Andrew & Tianna and Yours Truly Portraiture a few times a year, so when she called me about this stunning styled boudoir inspiration, I knew that I was on board.  Palette of Petals creating something incredible with this floral lingerie – I hope that you love […]

April 14, 2017