I’m just going to come out and say it: I’m tired.
Not the “I could use a nap” kind of tired (though… that too), but the kind of tired that sinks in deep. The kind that comes from holding a lot at once—trying to be a present mom, a small business owner, a team leader, and a decent human… all on repeat.
But this week, instead of pushing through it like I normally do, I paused. I looked around the shop. I thought about the people who walk through our door every day and say things like, “It just feels good in here.”
And I realized something: joy and exhaustion can live in the same place. Maybe they often do.
Even when I feel worn thin, I still find myself getting excited about the new earrings we just unpacked. I still find joy in rearranging the displays for the hundredth time. I still love writing little updates like this, or filming a reel that makes someone smile. And yes, I still tear up when someone finds the perfect outfit and tells me they feel like themselves again.
I’m learning to give myself more credit. Not because I’m doing it all perfectly—but because I keep showing up. Because I care. And I think that counts.
So if you're reading this and feeling that same tired, soul-deep weariness… I see you. Be proud of what you’ve made it through this week. Rest when you can. And know that you’re not alone in this.
If you’re craving a little lift, we’ve got some beautiful new things in the shop—and I’d love to see your face. Or just know you're out there, cheering us on.
Until next time,
Kelsey
