Can you believe we are about to head into the holiday season now? Where has this year gone? I remember when it was March and we were anticipating the beauty of Spring and then time stood still for a bit. This is the time of year for gratitude and thankfulness as 2020 comes to a close. We know this year has been tough and it is going to take some soul searching to really find things that we can be thankful for. “Resilience” is our middle name. We have proven it over and over through the ages of time.

Every year at this time I find a large jar and decorate it with so many pretty things that make me feel good, like beautiful flowers and colorful ribbon. I buy some interesting paper notes for the year, and write something down everyday that I am grateful for. It can be anything. There is no right or wrong, just something that makes your heart sing that day. Thus the “Gratitude Jar.” This is a great project to do with your family and friends. Kids really love doing this project! You can make an evening of it. I guarantee this will be one of the most enjoyable projects you will do and it can become a ritual. When I am feeling down or sad, I pull one of my notes out of the jar and read what I wrote….it brings me back to being grateful all over again. At the end of the year, I read through them and remember what made me feel grateful each day. Studies have shown regular expressions of gratitude can decrease blood pressure, reduce anxiety and depression, and even help you sleep better. So take a drive to your closest craft store and pick up all the necessary materials to make your Gratitude Jar! I promise you will wonder why you didn’t start one sooner. Watch the attitude of gratitude change your household!

What are some things we grateful for at Meadow, you ask? Here are some thoughts that come to mind:

We are grateful our families & Friends

We are grateful for our good health

We are grateful for our furry friends

We are grateful for the beautiful outdoors

We are grateful we are all in this together

We are grateful for our customers

We are grateful for your support for the past 11 years

Meadow Boutique is full - I mean every rack is full of gorgeous sweaters (more Dreamers just came in), tops, shackets and coats. We have made room for hats, gloves, scarves, handbags, boots and gift items too. We are loving the pairing of hats and scarves with each outfit. So nice and warm! I haven’t seen this much product since I started working here. So come in this week and let us help you put together some Fall outfits that will work for your Thanksgiving feast. Meadow has outfits to chose from that you will feel comfortable in all day long, no matter how much you eat. It’s all about feeling cozy and warm in all these wonderful soft fabrics and materials.

Have a look below and see if any of these outfits are your style. If so, come on in and let us help you with sizes and the pieces that you love. We want you to be happy, every time you walk through our doors. During this Holiday Season it is our pleasure to serve you and make sure you are happy with each and every purchase and exchange you have with us. We are tickled pink to have you as our amazing customers. Gratitude and Thankfulness come to mind when we think of you. May your week be filled with love and joy as you spend time with your families. Be safe dear friends and eat, drink and be merry to your hearts content! Don't forget to wear your mask! We are all in this together!

“Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.” ~ Lao Tzu