I’m a things friend.
Let me explain:
I love having an object–something unique–to represent or remind me of a specific person. A necklace, that when worn, I remember to think and pray for the friend represented by that necklace.
Make sense?
I know it sounds silly–and well, it is–but for me? It works.
full disclosure: I’m sure sometimes I’ve justified a purchase for this very reason, but… well still.
I stand by it.
Most recently, I purchased this incredible sweater along with my twin–miles separate us, so when I wear this sweater, it reminds me to pray for her or send her a text to check in.
I sent a mug home with this girl after the Influence Conference–so every morning, I pray for her as I take my first sip of coffee.
Through a straw, butofcourse.
I still have a slip of paper with some words on one side and a magnet on the other that sits inside my jewelry box–a special keepsake that goes years back. A keepsake that reminds me to pray.
My latest favorite has been these statement necklaces: they are kind of like those best friend heart necklaces we used to have, but for adults.
Or something like that. :o]
I now have a few various colors and styles–and even if I don’t have a matching one with a friend, these necklaces have been named. So when that necklace goes on–I say a prayer.
When I glance in the mirror and see it? I think about them again.
I know.
I told y’all I was crazy.
When one of the sweetest people I’ve ever met happened to sell some of the most fun statement jewelry: I was pretty excited to purchase a few items from her. When I also learned that purchases from her teardrop collection donate a portion to My Life Speaks: I started buying and naming necklaces left and right.
I’m not kidding.
So excited to be featuring photos from the lovely Rachel Rowland!
[Photos by Rachel Rowland Photography]
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Currently: Teardrop necklaces [available in 5 colors] are only $9.99 Yes. You read that correctly! Go! Ska-daddle! Run! hurry!
Today: Bib necklaces are on sale!
November 19: Bubble necklaces on sale for $9.99 Yes. You read that correctly too!
Anyone else do crazy stuff like I do? Name necklaces? Buy matching things?
Okay. Just me? #sorrynotsorry
OMG! I am the same way! I have certain rings and bracelets and even hair accessories that remind me of people when I wear them. I have pieces of clothing that I think certain people would totally love…so it helps me think of them. I have a mug that a blogger sent me and I think I tweet her ever Saturday when I use it because it makes me happy to think of her.
I have actually been pondering a blog post of pictures of all the things in my house/life that I wouldn’t have if not for my online friends…and those things are so very special to my heart.
Katie!! Please do a post!! I would probably cry reading it – because i’m just blown away by friends in the online world [Y-O-UUUUUUUU]
Love you!!
I don’t think I’ve named any of my items just yet, but I definitely do have pieces that remind me of friends, and I will wear them when I am missing them.
Those necklaces are beautiful.
Start naming them, Amber!! haha – you won’t regret it. :)
Firstly, I *need* that necklace. OMG I LOVE it. Secondly, yes! My husband teases me for the fact that my short term memory is so rubbish (especially since having kids) but long term, I am golden. I remember events according to what I was wearing and clothes, accessories and jewelry are so important to me! Thanks to Katie (Sluiter) for introducing me to your blog :)
xx
Susanne! Did you order one!?!? She’s doing a deal today!!
I’m so happy you’re here!! I like you. :)
That is an awesome necklace. I have a friend who has given me many gifts over the years and I am sad to say I have not always been able to reciprocate. However, I wear and use the things she has given me often and with love. The jade bracelet and silk scarf she got me while in China are some of my most treasured things.
I think that is the best gift you can give them!! Wearing and loving what they’ve given you!
xo
So, first of all. You are super cute! A bubbly person, I dare say :)
Second of all, so weird. I just purchased a necklace from her. Not even sure how I found her but I follow her on Instagram. I just ADORE my new bubble necklace. I am ordering a teardrop necklace PRONTO.
Thanks Molly! That word – bubbly – is the exact word used throughout my baby books!! My mom dubbed me “the bubbly one” haha – too funny!!
I’d love to see what you end up getting!!
You are too much! I love this post and those pics are fab!!!
Thank you, Lyndsay!! RachelRowland is fabulous!!! // http://RachelRowland.com !!
I have two shirts with zebras on them (yeah. animal shirts.) and every time I wear them I pray for my friend who recently adopted from Uganda. It started while she was IN Uganda for several weeks for the adoption….I started purposely wearing the “zebra” shirts so I’d think of Africa and her. Now I still pray for her when I see it in my closet, laundry, or as I’m wearing it : )
Doesn’t it make getting ready for the day THAT much more fun!?!?! I love it.
I keep thinking that I love you so much. AND THEN you write something like this and I love you even MORE! ooooh man girl. You’re in my heart.
aw!! Thanks Nadine! xoxo