And let the silence envelop me

Be still.

Sounds so simple right? But try it. Just sit there. No TV, no phone, no computer, no music, no email.

How long did you last? If you can make it past the 30 second mark, can you keep your mind from racing? Yeah, me neither.

I have had a post-it with Psalm 37:7 written on it in my office since my very first agency. One of my favorite songs is Be Still by The Fray, inspired by the very same verse. I listened to it in the shower before all my interviews. It has an instant calming power [and usually induces a good stress cry on certain days too.] Back in the spring when I was looking for a little something different in my devotional I stumbled upon She Reads Truth. Game changer. Today was Day 3 of their Hymns IV series and low and behold my favorite scripture was staring back at me half way through. 

“be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him”

With, what seems like, all of society caught up in the drama of the Starbucks' red cups this week was the perfect reminder to be still and prepare for the coming of our Lord. I find the drive to work one of the most peaceful time of the day. After my "good morning" phone call with mom, it's nice to have those five minutes of being still. The shower is another of my personal sanctuaries. I challenge you to do the same. The Lord is on thy side.

5 on [a Knoxville] Friday

1.

It is officially desk calendar season, y'all. I swear I got three emails about calendar releases in one afternoon this week. I love love my Sweet Caroline Designs desk calendar but now there are just so many options, I don't know. One of my long time favorites Ashley Brooke Designs released her first ever limited edition desk calendar this week and it just might take the cake for me. 

2.

In addition to the dozen desk calendar releases this week, the holiday gift guides are flowing in. SummerWind debuted her's on the the blog this week and Tory Burch released her's earlier this week. To. Die. For. 

3.

There have been new music releases galore lately. You've got new All American Rejects, new Ellie Goulding, and most importantly new Ed Sheeran. Once again, it's a collaboration but it's just so good I can handle Ed sharing air time. 

4.
I can finally check another item off my 25 Before 25 bucket list this weekend! Even thought the forecast is rain I cannot wait for the Tennessee v South Carolina game this weekend. Let's win out the season and go bowling boys!

5.
One of my favorite parts of blogging is connecting with other bloggers across the country. I feel like I know everyone through their blogs and Instagram pictures. I finally got to meet one half of my favorite blogger bestie duo My Kind of Lovely. They just opened their newest location in The Southern Market in Knoxville and it is on a whole new level of cute [those ornament letters >]. Caroline and Katie are true #squadgoals and if you're not following them Peach Love Travel Bug and Pearls & Twirls you should be! And be sure to follow My Kind of Lovely too.

Friday 11/6

Red Carpet: CMA Awards

I loved getting to see Nashville last night on the CMA Awards.

What I loved even more? The dresses. 

Here are my top 5 ladies of the night.

Tuesday Trending

I haven't done one of these in what feels like forever! 

But after a nice chill evening of scrolling tumblr in some comfy pink sweatpants I felt inspired [do not judge my taste by my evening attire, please.]

I am loving plaid layered under a solid sweater. It is that perfect pop of color but keeps you warm at the same time. Better yet, can be paired with dark jeans, light jeans, colored jeans, leggings, skirts, you name it. I might have to put my own spin on it for the Tennessee game this weekend.