Joyful Living – Page 3 – The Roost View

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February 18, 2022

five little things that are bringing me joy

We often think that it's the really big things in life that bring the most happiness and satisfaction. A new job, a new house, a new relationship, a new trip...For sure, all of these do matter and they undoubtedly impact our emotional well being. However, the older I get, the more I'm realizing the power of "little things" to significantly enhance my mood and the quality of my days. In an effort to celebrate the tiny moments that add up and contribute to an overall sense of joy and contentment, we've decided to take turns sharing the small stuff. From the meaning[...]

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February 14, 2022

Tea for Two and Two for Tea

Charleston, SC

Despite being married to a tea-drinking Englishman, I haven't visited many tea rooms in my life with the exception of a few times in Europe. After an afternoon at the museum, taking in a film, or shopping, nothing seemed more appealing than tea with friends on a cold winter's day. Last November on a family trip to Italy, I rediscovered the charm of sitting down to a proper tea and knew that I'd like to try to recreate that special experience at home. On that day in Italy, I recall that we'd been so[...]

JOYFUL LIVING

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February 8, 2022

A Season to bloom: takeaways from the southern C Summit

Sea Island, GA

If you've been following along on Instagram, you may have seen that Lori and I ventured off for a little field trip to Sea Island, Georgia last week. We were thrilled to attend the Southern Coterie's annual Summit conference at The Cloister, and can’t remember the last time we learned so much in three days! For more than a decade, the "Southern C" has provided a network for female creatives and entrepreneurs in the South and beyond. Founders Cheri Leavy and Whitney Long have done an amazing job bringing together a supportive community of women that value conn[...]

JOYFUL LIVING

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January 28, 2022

Joy in January

Charleston, SC

Being joyful in January might seem like an exaggeration or an impossible feat for some - I definitely catch myself falling into that category. Between the round up of illnesses coming through our house, the gloomy skies and cold temperatures, I have to make a conscious decision each day to stay positive and look for the little perks to keep my outlook upbeat. Here are the six things I've done to try and make January memorable instead of mopey. Meditation I'm using the Simply Being App for 5 minutes, 3 times a day. Some days I’ve managed three times a d[...]

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January 20, 2022

California Dreaming

San Diego, California

Planning a family trip can be tricky these days. Like many people, we've had a few getaways derailed because of Covid. With our girls at different schools, they have different Spring Breaks. What's more, my work as a realtor makes it difficult to be away during March and April when the real estate market tends to heat up. For these reasons, my husband and I recently decided to take advantage of time off over the holidays and take the family to California. We arrived the day after Christmas and enjoyed our time in the Golden State through New Years Day. [...]

BOOKSHELF

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January 13, 2022

Author Spotlight: Amor Towles + A Review Of The Lincoln Highway

Charleston, SC

"Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers." Charles W. Eliot Reading has always brought me the purest form of joy. As a kid, I spent endless hours binge-reading whatever series I was into that year. My nightstand remains a constant witness to my love affair with reading. It is permanently weighed down by books and magazines (yes, I still subscribe to a few!) I really enjoy being part of a book club and appreciate reading the variety of books other book c[...]

HOME DECOR, JOYFUL LIVING

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January 11, 2022

refreshing our homes for the new year + gorgeous rooms by designer heather chadduck

"Putting your house in order is the magic that creates a vibrant and happy life." - Marie Kondo How's your New Year going? Whether your January has been temporarily derailed by all the illness that's going around (I can relate) or whether you're simply looking for a little inspiration to help wipe the slate clean, today's post is intended to help you do just that! I'm talking about giving our homes a much-needed, post-holiday refresh. It's exactly what's called for to help usher in all the good vibes and promote feelings of peace and calm.While I'm not natural[...]

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January 4, 2022

our new year’s Intentions

"Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year." -Ralph Waldo Emerson Happy New Year, friends! With covid rearing its ugly head, it may not feel like we've turned a page to embrace a bright, clean slate. We've been reminding ourselves that, despite external circumstances, we still have the ability to choose our mindsets. Our thoughts and perceptions determine how well we live our lives and whether or not we make the changes that enhance the quality of our days. They also lead us to choose joy over anxiety and defeat. While we've never lov[...]