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A Morning I Almost Missed

Posted on June 6, 2025 by Marcia Ren

Sometimes moments become precious gifts. Read the full blog post →

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  • This morning, on a whim, Joe said, “Let’s try This morning, on a whim, Joe said, “Let’s try that French café downtown—all women bakers, they open early.”
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An older woman stopped at our table and softly said,
“Seeing you two—I just wish my husband were still alive.”
Her words stayed with us.
Then another woman walked by, smiled, and said,
“I love your little hearts and pink shoes!”
Joe laughed and said, “Someone always compliments you.”

I almost said no this morning.
So glad I didn’t. 💗🥐#MorningMoments #CafeWhimsy #LoveInTheLittleThings 
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    Let me tell you—that was a hike! Not just a stro Let me tell you—that was a hike! Not just a stroll on a trail… we were hiking up the trail, and yes, I definitely felt it! But reaching the top and catching that peek of the city from up high? Totally worth it. There’s something about seeing things from a new perspective that resets your mood, don’t you think?

Now that I’ve earned it, I’m heading into the rest of my day with a ferocious appetite—and I’m so excited for a big bowl of spaghetti for lunch! 🍝

After that, I’m looking forward to a comfy afternoon diving into my new Nancy Thayer book, Summer Light in Nantucket—which, as some of you may know, is one of my favorite places. 💙

Hope you’re having a beautiful day with a little adventure, a lot of comfort, and something sweet just for you.

— M
    Good evening, sweet friends 💫 Hope you’re all Good evening, sweet friends 💫
Hope you’re all doing well tonight. I just wanted to pop in and share a little moment from my evening. I slipped into a pair of favorite jeans, added a flowy black chiffon top from a sweet little boutique, and slid on my gold sparkle sandals (thank you, Ross!). For jewelry, I kept it simple but special—just a couple of my beloved Tiffany pieces. ✨

We’re heading out for our first evening at a live performance of Riverdance—I’m honestly so excited I can barely stand it! But first… Italian dinner with friends. I’m starving, you guys. 🍝🍷

An evening of good food, great company, and a bit of performance magic—what could be better?

Wishing you something joyful tonight, too. 🖤
    Good morning, sweet friends! 💗 I’m all cozie Good morning, sweet friends! 💗

I’m all cozied up in my Barbie hoodie, hair in a messy bun, reusable shopping bag in hand—ready to conquer Trader Joe’s like the glamorous grocery girl I am! Just a quick little haul and then off to get my nails done (because a fresh mani makes everything better, doesn’t it?).

Later today? Ohhh, it’s shaping up to be a dream—dinner date and a live performance at the theater. I mean… could it get any more fabulous? ✨

Hope you have something lovely on your calendar too—big or small, may it bring a little sparkle to your day! 💅🎭💐

With love,
Marcia🩷
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