Say It Southern

We are going to help you take the guess work out of your Holiday Shopping. We’ve found things that we love and are asking for ourselves , and buying for friends, sisters, husband, brothers, nephews and neighbors! If you can shop small, and gift experiences, we urge you to do it! Tickets to an event, lessons or yoga sessions- all of those go a long way in 2024. The gift of a memory is priceless! And as always, teaching your children to serve others is the greatest give we can give. Be sure to follow along our stories where we will be linking our favorites. @thesayitsouthern

Who wants to feel like your old self again??? As we have reached our mid-forties we’ve started to notice several changes…in walks Drs. Angie Pearson and Christy Guepet! They were a sponsor of the Getaway and basically became our “In House Medical Team”. They were answering questions, giving advice, comforting, & listening to ALL we have going on. We knew we wanted to share them with our listeners because not only have they helped hundreds of women, but they have been through it themselves! These women are passionate about helping women get the treatment plans they need. Listen Now!

In this episode we are recapping alllllll that has been happening with Say It Southern. From Season 3 of the Say It Southern Web Series, presented by Renasant Bank, to the Getaway for 40 women we hosted in Fairhope, AL a few weeks ago. Join us as we Say It Southern and catch up on all the things!

Ivy was just as wonderful as we thought she would be- explaining her background and role at SL, and how this position even came to be!

We were excited to talk to Ivy about SL’s collaboration with Katherine Cobbs on “Southern Cocktails” a new libation bible that has just been released!

Hear all about this and more now on the podcast! To learn more about Ivy, follow her @ivyodomaponte and @southernlivingmag

After her career as a teacher and an architect, Melissa spent a few years as a stay at home mom before getting back to art full time. Melissa now shares her love of art with children and adults through classes, camps, and special experiences. Join us as we hear from Melissa and learn more about Art Smart TN!

The idea for Happy Birdwatcher came out of a need. Susan Vandergriff was a new and passionate birdwatcher but couldn’t find the birdseed to meet her needs. So what did she do? Well, she quit her job and started her own company. She now creates premium birdseed tailored for your yard and the best part is the seed is shipped to your house! Listen now to learn more about Susan and her company. Happy Birdwatching!!!

In a culture where so many people think of middle age as a downward slope into comfy sneakers and quiet, meaningless existence, we can redefine the second half of life, shaping it into decades of fulfillment, fun, strength, and purpose.

In our forties, fifties, and beyond, we're wrestling with new questions. Is this it? Did I do what I wanted to do in my life?Who am I now that my kids have moved out? Will my sagging skin eventually hang all the way down to my feet?

But God still has much in store for us. He doesn't bring us to the middle of our lives so we can park in front of the TV and binge-watch home makeover shows. There is no "midlife" to him! These are exhilarating and empowering years.

In Midlife Battle Cry, bestselling author Dawn Barton will inspire you to:

• realize that God isn't done with you

• view midlife as a pivot point, the start of a bold and powerful season

• embrace who you are physically, spiritually, and emotionally

• learn to share your experiences and wisdom with a younger generation

Blending lots of humor, honesty, stories, and insights, Dawn will walk you through redefining the mighty second half of life.

We are thrilled for you to meet one of the Souther’s coolest tastemakers, movers and shakers- AND Mississippi’s only felt hatmaker, Mary Landrum Pyron.

We loved hearing her story of bringing the influence of her time in the West after college, back to the South- her hometown of Crystal Springs, Mississippi to be exact, and creating a THRIVING business in a repurposed barn on her family property.

To learn more about Mary Pyron and MLProvisions, or to schedule a visit and make an appointment for custom hatting- visit.

www.mlprovisions.com

A native of Greenville, Al and Ole Miss Alumna, Rosemary planted her roots on the Eastern Shore almost 25 years ago. Using her knowledge of art, experience in design and retail, love for jewelry and need for a creative outlet-she took a leap of faith in 2015 to start Harvest Jewels. Listen now to learn more about Rosemary and Harvest Jewels!