Hello and Happy (almost) Summer!
As the school year winds down and summer stretches ahead like a blank canvas, Iโve been reflecting on what this season really offers us. Itโs so easy to let these weeks slip byโtelling ourselves weโll start later, that weโll take that leap after we feel more prepared, or once things feel โjust right.โ But the truth is, time moves whether weโre ready or not. And so often, the things that matter mostโthe dreams that tug at our heartsโrequire us to start before we feel ready.
Thatโs exactly what happened with Lilyfield Candles. For years, my husband and I looked into starting another business. Yes, I said another; the other 2 businesses brought us success but nothing to write home about. However, through the journey, we learned A LOT about business...and what not to do when starting one (painful but vital lessons to learn). It was on January 13th (by the way my favorite number is 13; it reminds me of my dad who passed on September, 13th), when the idea came to me. It felt right so, I finally said yes. Yes to beginning something new. Yes to pouring creativity into something meaningful. Yes to stepping into the unknown (ie; Tik Tok, Instagram to name a few of my steep learning curves I had to overcome). And now, every candle I pour, every message I share, and every light I ignite carries the heartbeat of that decision: to live aย Life Lived Well.
This season isnโt just a breakโitโs an invitation. An invitation to begin again. To pick up the pen and start writing a new chapter. God has a divine plan for ALL of us; we just have to be still enough to hear it. HE will encourage us to take bold, brave steps toward the life HE has envisioned for you. Whether itโs launching your own dream, setting a new goal, or simply choosing to show up differentlyโdo it now. Let this be the summer you look back on and say, โThatโs when everything started to change.โ
Even if your next step feels scary or uncertain, donโt wait for perfect timingโit rarely comes. Growth doesnโt happen in the comfort zone. It happens when we move forward with courage, even when the path isnโt fully clear. My path definitely was not clear, but I trusted God in the direction HE was moving me. If you have God on your side, who can be against you?
So hereโs to beginning. To bravery. To bold moves and bright mornings. And to lighting the wayโtogether.ย
Have an amazing last few days of the school year. Summer is callingโฆ what will you do to create your Life Lived Well?
Sincerely,
Chrissy