Monday Musings
Welcome to the world, baby Georgie! Seeing Britt and Geoff bring home their beautiful bundle of joy has us thinking about new beginnings. For many families in our community, today is back-to-school day. The start of the school year always brings so much excitement and anticipation – new shoes, new pencils, new backpacks, and new routines. It's a chance to start fresh. Whether it's a new hobby or a new habit, a new necklace, or a new candle, we're here to help you embrace the newness!
Amy: Brooklyn Candle Studio recently collaborated on a collection of beautiful glass candles with California-based artist Allison Kunath, known for her minimalist aesthetic, ethereal geometric watercolors, graceful figurative abstractions, and awe-inspiring murals. Kunath drew each figure with one single unbroken line, "capturing the essence of feminine grace, strength, and beauty." Best of all, Brooklyn Candle Studio donates 10 percent of the proceeds from the sale of each one of these candles to Planned Parenthood, Equality Now, and CHANGE. We are so happy to support this brand and to have these gorgeous candles in the shop, and hope you enjoy them as much as we do. (Available at Penny Post, $45)
Elizabeth: The first fall delivery of Lizzie Fortunato just arrived, and it is hard to pick just one item that we are excited about. Everyone knows we love Lizzie, and this fall collection doesn't disappoint. The two different Ray necklaces seem like the perfect pick as we transition into fall. The only problem is which color, Jewel or Watermelon? (Available at The Hive, $345)
Adrien: The fittest people I know did not get there overnight. There was no quick-fix diet and exercise plan that got them to their goals because true wellness is not just a number on the scale or fitness tracker. Rather, each has a clear sense of the wellness they want to achieve and makes planning for it their daily focus. As we approach the fall, now is a great time to consider where you can make small, positive, sustainable changes in your life to achieve greater health and wellness. Find tips on the Alexandria Wellness website to help you increase your health wealth!
Britt: We welcomed Georgeann Sophia Hill to the world on August 11, weighing 7 pounds, 5 ounces. It would be almost impossible to say there is ANYTHING more inspiring to me than our sweet new baby girl, Georgie. Our family of three has been showered with love since her arrival, reminding us that Alexandria is truly the best community!
