October seems to be flying by, and I’m trying to soak it all in and enjoy it as much as I can. I’m planning to do lots of cooking this weekend and packing for my upcoming vacation in the mountains, which I’m super excited about! Here’s this week’s recap of Amy’s podcast, 4 Things with Amy Brown. This week she had Kristin Chenoweth on and they talked about 4 different topics. Go listen to the full episode if you haven’t already, and be sure to subscribe to the podcast!
- Upbringing and music. Kristin grew up on a farm in Oklahoma and lived a very normal childhood. She sang in church, but didn’t really immerse herself in music until she studied it in college. A lot of people think of her as an actress, but she’s always been a singer and dancer, too.
- Hallmark Christmas movies. Kristin has a Hallmark Christmas movie coming out this year in which she plays a choir teacher who gave up being a Broadway star in order to teach. This movie has a special story and is something Kristin is very proud of. She even wrote a song that’s featured in the movie.
- Giving back. She started the Kristin Chenoweth Broadway Boot Camp in Oklahoma for kids who are 13-18 and may not be able to afford lessons in the arts. They sing, act, and dance for a week. Kristin will soon expand this program to include other arts like graphic design, and she wants this boot camp to be her legacy.
- Gratitude. Kristin shared the story of how she was adopted as a baby. The family she was originally going to got pregnant just before she was born, so she was placed with the Chenoweth family instead. She’s so grateful it worked out the way it did and that she was raised by her parents.
I’m doing things a little differently this week. Last Saturday, I went to Southern Charm at the Farm, which is a huge artisan show and vintage market that takes place twice a year in Clemmons, North Carolina. I’ve been going for the past couple years and it’s always so fun! I thought I’d share some of my favorite vendors, so here are 4 I love, and most of them have online shops where you can purchase items, too.
- North Mountain Candle Co. They have the best smelling candles that are handcrafted with soy and essential oils and lead-free wicks, so I feel good about burning them!
- The Southern Delight. I LOVE Courtney’s items and always enjoy checking out her booth. It was packed on Saturday and things were selling out quickly! I got my little “Be Still” sign from her last year.
- Eliza Quinn Creates. I just discovered this vendor last Saturday, and I have to say that her booth was the best decorated in my opinion! I loved her setup and ended up purchasing my white tassel beads from her. I’m not sure if she sells online, but it’s worth contacting her to find out.
- Chicka-Jen’s. This vendor sadly wasn’t there this time, but it’s always one of my very favorite booths to check out. I love their furniture and signs, and bought one from them last year that says “Pray, trust, wait. He is in the waiting.” They offer free shipping on all signs, too!
I hope you have a great weekend, and thanks for reading!
