August/September 2023 | Clear

Playlist : Who Would You Be For Me - Metric | Darkening Hour - Darlingside | Slope - Phoria

Favorites : Lilly Lake, WI | Only Murders in the Building S3 | My Forest Preserve

Life Updates : It wasn't exactly the plan to publish August's post in September, but here we are. August threw me for a loop. I think there were too many conflicting emotions flowing through my body in such a short period; it can still be hard to grab the reigns and feel in control at times. Every day I use my inner dialogue to point out that the "unknown" parts of this life allow for freedom, and to take each day as it comes. My mind hasn't felt this clear in a long time. Noticing these changes in the way I think about myself only makes me grateful in the progress I've made over the last few years.

There's power in finding freedom to be as you are, or in the choices you decide. At different stages in life we have all felt these outside "forces" constraining our actions, thoughts and sometimes relationships. But only if we let it in. Taking my daily sunset walks along Lake Champlain have kept me from feeling trapped within my own thoughts. When I stare out towards the Adirondacks, the only conclusion that comes to mind is, "How does this place seem to get the most perfect sunset time and time again."

I've had to say a hard goodbye this month, and I am thankful that traveling to Illinois from Vermont is an easy enough flight to hop on.

Life is always moving forward. Cherish every moment.

Pin Updates :

Harbor seals should be available for October! I also have jewelry (finally) coming for the holidays. I figured now is the time to start branching out into different products. I have had so many requests over the few years to make jewelry (necklaces, bracelet charms, earrings, etc.) that I realized I had no idea what I was waiting for.

With that being said, coming in October are not one, but TWO pairs of earrings--featuring my hummingbirds and forget-me-nots. :)

Till next time~

-Shannon