Summary

In this episode of Sentimental Twist, Brittany and Melissa explore the themes of home hosting, family traditions, and the importance of preserving memories through photo organizing. They welcome special guest Amelia, who shares her insights on family traditions, and interview Kate, a professional photo organizer, who discusses the significance of storytelling and the emotional connections tied to photographs. The conversation emphasizes the joy found in daily rituals and the value of meaningful spaces in our lives. In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the significance of memory keeping, the emotional weight of handwritten recipes, and the joy found in household chores. The conversation also touches on the value of sharing recipes as a means of connection, the launch of a new Hostess Journal, and an upcoming workshop for holiday paperwhite blooms. Throughout, the hosts emphasize the importance of intentional living and creating meaningful spaces in our lives.

Highlights:

• Brittany’s Vintage Shop in Dothan, AL @shoptimelessmarket
• Guest: Certified Photo Organizer Kate Bagley on Instagram
• Bagley Honeybee Co.
• Melissa’s Friend Home Organizer Elizabeth Jones 
• Brittany’s “living recipe box” – The Keepsake Kitchen Diary
• Brittany’s free Holiday Paperwhite Workshop on November 11, 1:00 pm. CST –  Registration
• Melissa’s Saturday Hostess Journal on YouTube

Takeaways

• Morning rituals, like coffee, can bring joy to daily life.
• Photo organizing is essential for preserving memories.
• Emotional connections to photographs can evoke nostalgia.
• Touching physical photos enhances the connection to memories.
• Being a steward of memories is a valuable goal. 
• Handwritten recipes evoke strong emotional connections.
• Sentimental items in our homes tell our unique stories.
• Sharing recipes can create lasting connections with others.
• The Hostess Journal promotes intentional living and hospitality.
• Brittany’s Holiday Paperwhites Workshop will help you prepare for the holidays and enjoy community while learning.

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Follow the Co-Hosts:

• Brittany: @brittanyshepard and www.thesentimentaldecorator.com and YouTube.
• Melissa: @homewithatwist and www.homewithatwist.com and YouTube.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Sentimental Twist: Season 2, Episode 4

05:31 Family Traditions with Amelia

08:27 Organizing Photos and Keeping Memories

16:47 Guest Interview with Kate Bagley: Certified Photo Organizer

55:39 Porch Talk: Speed Round

01:03:48 Heirloom Recipes: What Handwritten Recipe Cards Teach Us

01:12:52 Bless It, We Had to Share It: Brittany's FREE Christmas Paperwhite Bulbs Workshop

01:15:10 Bless It, We Had to Share: Melissa's Hostess Journal