From Hustle to Heart: The Little Box That Changed Everything 💪💗
The box stopped me in my tracks...👟
Under the register, tucked away and forgotten for years, I found it: my first cashbox. This little box was my lifeline back when I was just starting out—traveling to shows, setting up booths, and building this dream from scratch. 🛍️✨
It held more than just cash and notes. It held my world. It was filled with a little bit of hope, a whole lot of hustle, and dreams that seemed bigger than life. 💪🏽💗
A Full-Circle Moment
Finding it last night was like opening a time capsule. 🕰️ It reminded me of the dreamer and woman I was back then—scrappy, determined, and ready to make it happen, no matter what! It also reminded me of how far I’ve come since those early days.
What started with folding tables and dusty fields has grown into a boutique I’m so proud of, surrounded by a community I love deeply. 💕 Seeing that box again was the gentle nudge I didn’t know I needed to pause and reflect on this journey. 😭
If you’re new here, welcome! 👋🏼 My boutique dream has evolved over the years, but one thing that hasn’t changed is my commitment to YOU!! Every step I’ve taken—every late night, every new idea—is driven by my dedication to bringing you the best experience and staying humble along the way. 🫶🏼
Why Pink Friday Matters
This week is one of the most exciting of the year for small boutique businesses like mine. 📌✨
This Friday is *Pink Friday,* a movement encouraging shoppers to support small businesses before the Black Friday frenzy begins. 💗>🖤 It’s a chance to prioritize your local community—shopping small first instead of heading straight to big-box stores or online giants like Amazon. 🛒💻
Small businesses are the heart of communities. We give back all year long by supporting local nonprofits, offering personal touches in customer service, and—let’s be real—keeping you laughing with the best memes. 😂💌
When you shop small, you’re investing in more than just a product! You’re investing in a neighbor you'll run into at the grocery store, or let's face it...Home Depot, a dream, and a business that truly cares about you. Amazon might be convenient, but it can never compete with the heart, connection, and passion of a small business like Vintage Soul. 🌟
What’s Next?
That little cashbox has been through so much, and now it’s ready for its next chapter—filled with new dreams and *all the cute things* for Pink Friday. 🎁💗
I hope this Friday, you’ll think of Vintage Soul in small town Dripping Springs, TX and the other small businesses that make our community what it is. Together, we’re stronger, and together, we thrive! 🙌🏼
Thank you for being part of this journey, for shopping small, and for supporting a dream that’s been years in the making. 💕
Here’s to Pink Friday! 🎉 And for some more memes along the way.....
Xo,
Julie