It's all about the atmosphere...

guest towels and fresh flowers make a difference

I believe that within us all is a desire to create a safe and comfortable haven for those
that we love. It's called 'home.'

I have a passion for creating environments where people can feel relaxed, inspired, creative, special, or whatever the moment calls for.

Last night after spending the day decorating for an event, a woman attending the occasion asked me 'Did you do this decor?' 'Yes,' I replied. 'Even the bathroom?' she asked. 'Yes...' I said (thinking I didn't really do much but put out some fresh flowers and printed guest towels.)

She went on to say that she thought it was beautiful and that she loved the special guest towels. She explained that she had originally reached for the plain white paper towels and then saw the special ones and decided she'd treat herself to those instead. We all laughed then as she pulled one of the printed paper guest towels from her purse.

How amazing to think that I created an environment where someone took time to do something special for themself. What I thought was a small gesture, meant so much to her. Who knows how much she may have needed the reminder that she's worth something special.

I challenge you to take some time, whether in your home, guest bathroom, classroom, or office space to create an environment that effects people in a special way. It could be as simple as fresh flowers, coffee brewing, printed napkins, baked cookies, new stationary... Even at work, I want the type of office that people feel comfortable and creative in. Maybe reposition a seating area so that it becomes more inviting. Clear the desk or table so that it allows for conversation. I could go on and on but we'll save it for another post.

Until then, how can you change the atmosphere of your environment?

Something good is about to happen.

I had a conversation with a friend this week and I am reminded yet again how I feel. Something good is about to happen.

Here we are living this life, thinking we’ve got it figured out and all of a sudden we realize that He has big plans and that His plans are bigger and better  than ours.

So I’m starting a blog and I am dreaming. I am saying ‘yes’ to the opportunities before me and I am stepping into my destiny.

So far I have the nester, altar’d, ellen’s timeless treasures, my mom, and above all, my God to thank for opening my eyes to see. I believe in me.  There are gifts and talents and dreams in all of us jumping to get out. I don’t want to leave this earth with anything undone, any potential unspent.

Here it goes. Something good is about to happen. Do you feel it?