Last night, as we were unwinding from the eventful weekend, TJ turned on “Love Actually” (yes, we’re watching Christmas movies in October…) and I always feel pulled by the opening monologue by Hugh Grant:

“Whenever I get gloomy with the state of the world, I think about the arrivals gate at Heathrow Airport. General opinion’s starting to make out that we live in a world of hatred and greed, but I don’t see that. It seems to me that love is everywhere. Often it’s not particularly dignified or newsworthy, but it’s always there – fathers and sons, mothers and daughters, husbands and wives, boyfriends, girlfriends, old friends. When the planes hit the Twin Towers, as far as I know, none of the phone calls from the people on board were messages of hate or revenge – they were all messages of love. If you look for it, I’ve got a sneaky feeling you’ll find that love actually is all around”

I have recently found myself saddened by the state of the world… but when I heard this I immediately thought of our past weekend… a date night with TJ, an intimate + small birthday celebration to celebrate TJ’s 39th birthday, morning snuggles in bed with the girls, Facetime conversations with old friends… and it reminded that we are, in fact, surrounded by love. We just don’t have to look any further than the four walls of our own home.

Hopefully this simple monologue can help anyone else who needs a little reminder that despite what happens outside of our homes, we get to create the love and compassion we want within our homes… and that by doing so, we make a small impact everywhere else….

Have a wonderful week friends! xx

(First time heading out in over 7 months + headed to an old favorite, CHAAK…. jeans, top, slides, mask, anklet)

(Saturday morning workout + errands… leggings, top)

(Celebrating TJ’s 39th birthday…. plates, napkins, dress)

(Halloween jammies + donuts….)

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Mornings are getting nice and crisp for my mornings run and I have my eye on this pink fawn reversible bomber jacket, ribbed zip jacket, and this long sleeve tee.

Bloomingdale’s is having their Friends + Family 25% off sale… a few all time favorites include this faux leather puffer jacket (so good for fall/winter), AGOLDE Jamie jeans (one of my go-to pairs…), ALLSAINTS leather jacket, ombré lounge pants, Coravin (a must have if you love wine….), and this AGOLDE racerback tank.

My leopard Clare V. bag is currently 40% off… it’s not structured, but I use this insert (in size medium) to give everything inside a spot.

This comfy waffle jumpsuit was just restocked… fits oversized, so comfy for lounging at home…

I think this padded shoulder t-shirt is so cute… lots of great color options as well…

Elemis products are currently 15% off… love this rose cleansing balm, pro-collagen SPF30 moisturizer, and these eye patches.