This past week we traded New York City crisp weather for California sunshine and beaches. You may have seen it on my insta story– it was gorgeous! Each evening we would take long walks on the beach, soak up each others company and simply enjoy the slower pace of life. It was perfect.
Due to the dramatic difference between our work-filled, fast-paced lives in NYC and the unscheduled, beach-filled days in California, it was easy to be present. It was easy to be thankful. But in life, we don’t always get these reminders. Sometimes we need the reminder right where we are- right here, right now, today. We need to be present and be thankful because we truly are beyond blessed- even in the midst of chaos and trials.
With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season quickly approaching, count this as your reminder to be still and reflect. Be present. Be thankful. This holiday season, I want to remind you us to be present in all things and thankful for all things. Take a moment to be still and to give thanks- whether that mean savoring that sip of coffee a little more from your office desk or watching the sunset over the ocean. Cherish it. Life is a gift.
What is something you are thankful for?
dress c/o SheIn, also loving this one & this one for cooler temps :: hat from Thailand, similar here
turkish towel c/o Turkish Towel Store :: sunglasses Chloé
These photos are so beautiful! Being present is such a lovely thing but it’s also easy to forget in the midst of life’s stresses. This is a great reminder.
These photos are so gorgeous!! And you are stunning! Love this reminder as I prepare to go back home for the holidays. So so good
Thank you for the reminder to be present and for sharing such beautiful photos!
I always love a reminder to stay present and enjoy life. beautiful photos!
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Love this Chloe! The post is beautiful, but so is the reminder! xo Bryn http://www.waketonroad.com
Great reminder! Beautiful photos :)
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What beautiful photos! Unscheduled beach filled days sounds like a nice change of pace (especially in November!). I appreciate the reminder about thankfulness. So important to remember daily!
beautiful reminder to be thankful for everything! Your outfit is so great and the photos are wonderful!
I really enjoyed reading this. I definitely needed a good reminder today to be living in the present, so thank you! Looks like you had a well deserved relaxing trip!
All your pics are exactly what I envision every single morning. It’s the future vacation that I want once my business can support it. I try to meditate every morning and be mindful multiple times per day. I highly recommend it to anyone. You’re gorgeous!
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Absolutely beautiful picture and message. Nowadays we get consumed by work and life’s demands that we just exist…
XoXo,
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I love this.. such a lovely post, and your pictures are gorgeous! I am so glad I found your blog today, don’t stop doing what you do pretty lady! x
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Such an awesome post!! Lovely pictures too! xo
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Chloe this looks like an amazing trip! These photos are so breathtakingly beautiful!
xo, Christina
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Very nice photos, I like the scenery and it is nicely written.
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Absolutely gorgeous!
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Such a beautiful post! I totally agree we must always be present and grateful! Love these pics too! SO pretty!
xoxo, Vanessa
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This is so true & so beautiful! I always feel so inspired when I come to your blog! xo
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These photos are beautiful!
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you are such a beach babe! super cute outfit!
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Chloe, this is such a great post! I needed this reminder today. Thankful for you! Also, your photos are beautiful!
such a perfect beach babe!! <3
This beach looks amazing! You are so right, we all need to be present wherever we are!