Hello everyone!

I hope you all had a wonderful week and are carving out some time in your busy schedule to spend time with friends, family and loved ones during this beautiful time of year. As I mentioned last week, this is one of the best times of year to be in Seattle and also one of the best times to come into Meadow to put a bit of spring in your step. We absolutely love and enjoy having you at the shop, even if you just come in to say hello.

We find the most joy and delight when we find you that perfect piece, accessory, gift, or entire outfit. I know that with all of us being so busy this spring, it can be hard to find joy and delight on a daily basis, yet alone each week. However, find the time during this special time of year to appreciate the things you have in your life; whether it's your relationships, your health, or simply the beauty of nature around us and it will fill you with joy. I find that when I don’t take life too seriously, laugh and enjoy the lighter side of life I’m a more joyful person. I try to watch funny movies or even standup comedy often and spend time with friends who make me laugh.

Remember that joy is a state of mind that can be cultivated through intentional practices and mindset shifts. It's not about waiting for the perfect circumstances to feel happy, but rather finding joy in the present moment, despite life's ups and downs.

I also find personal joy when I make friends and family a handmade and written card. It’s funny how living in an age of instant gratification how a card in the mail can bring such joy and delight to someones day. I also find joy in all the many delightful things that come along with spring. Spring brings a refreshing change to women's fashion, with lighter fabrics, playful patterns, and vibrant colors taking center stage.

Not only is fashion blooming in vibrant array of colors, but so are all the tulips. Tulips bloom add such beauty to gardens, parks, and landscapes around the PNW. If you head down to Pike Place Market, you’ll see many tulips in the rooftop planters or at many of the vendors. Places like the Washington Park Arboretum, Volunteer Park, and the Bellevue Botanical Garden often have tulips planted in their flower beds. Even if you just take a walk around any Seattle neighborhood, I’m clearly partial to Queen Anne, you are bound to be delighted by all the tulips blooming this time of year.

Keep an eye out for local events and attractions that celebrate tulips, and consider taking a day trip to the Skagit Valley to experience the stunning tulip fields firsthand.

I personally love taking a drive up to Skagit Valley this time of year. My husband and I love to take our motorcycle up to Skagit Valley and take “the Insta photo”. If you time it just right and the weather is cooperative you will be able to witness fields of daffodils and tulips. There are several tulip gardens and tulip fields you can view throughout Skagit Valley. The crops of RoozenGaarde are planted to yield both tulip bulbs and fresh-cut flowers. Before you go out to enjoy the beautiful flowers, come into Meadow as we will have the perfect outfit for enjoying the delightful flowers.

Shelley thank you again for taking the pictures this week as I begin my transition to moving to the Portland Area. I have enjoyed this journey with so many of you and I am delighted by all the love and support I’ve received at Meadow and within the community over the past couple of years.

Whether it's finding the prefect dress or a fabulous pair of earrings, we are truly passionate about making you feel great about yourself and making your day better.

What’s new at Meadow Boutique

Just arrived!! New spring sandals from Forever & Meraki! Great top’s from blu pepper and Mine. New dresses and a skirt from Hayden that are perfect for spring. A bright pink windbreaker from Mainstrip and a fabulous new knitted tank. Don’t forget we have Bralette’s to go under your spring tops. We still have JC Sunny scarves that go with everything. New shorts from Oraije! We have Lovervet, Anniewear, Zenana, KanCan and Sneak Peek jeans. AEMIT + CO, Jodifl, and justUSA jeans that will keep you stylish. Guitar straps with fun new patterns for your purse. Local candles from Lulumiere that look amazing and make your space smell great. We have new thank you Cards, birthday Cards and Note pad’s and Pen’s. We have jewelry from Fran & Bel, Agave girl jewelry, White birch, and Ethereal Clay that will pull your outfit together.

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