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May 6, 2016 by: Erin

Five on Friday: Charleston Edition

Well hey there y’all! Man, I am missing contributing to this little blog regularly. If you read my post yesterday, you saw I’m feeling “the swirl” here lately, hence being a little MIA. That said, I’m excited to bring you another Five on Friday, this time a Charleston edition!
Here’s what’s been going on… I left last Tuesday night to attend the Southern C Summit, then headed up to Greenville for Sully’s first birthday party that weekend, had an eventful flight back to DC (let’s just say we were escorted off the plane with one sick little girl) and then I jumped in the car to travel for work. Now I’m finally back at home, but not for long because next weekend we head back to SC for two of my bestie’s weddings (see their bachelorettes here in NYC and here at the lake).
Phew! But we’re all feeling it to some degree, right (insert raising hand emoji)? Maybe more, maybe less. All in all, I wouldn’t have changed any of the fun things I was doing for the world (ok, maybe Sully getting sick on the flight) and I am so excited to roll out a series of posts on the Summit, Sully’s “Babies Who Brunch” birthday and more!
{ONE}
I have a new favorite Charleston restaurant, Cru Cafe. It’s been around forever, it’s a little off the beaten path (more towards Market Street) and might possibly be one of the coziest and most delicious experiences I’ve had in Charleston yet. The menu was fantastic and impossible to choose just one thing.
This was a little gift, or amuse bouche, from the kitchen to start!
We felt like VIPs with Chef Erin (the best name EVER ;)) gracing our table multiple times. And the home where it is located is a great balance between feeling like you were in a restaurant, yet also in your neighbor’s home (if they lived in historic Charleston). Couldn’t recommend it more – if they have the scallops while you’re there, get them!
Chef Erin was gracious enough to let me, Meg (of Borrowed Heaven) and Allie (of Alexandra Bee Blog) into the kitchen for a picture!
{TWO}
I also have a new must-visit place when you’re in town, Zero George. Are you guys tired of hearing me say “most” and “gorgeous” and “fantastic” yet? Well, sorry ’bout it, but Zero George’s restaurant and bar was one of the most gorgeous and fantastic places I’ve ever been ;). A whole post to come later on this experience, but for now I’ll leave you with this beautiful space I just want to move right into…
{THREE}
I have discovered a new love – being a chandler. In other words, I love being a candle maker. I organized a class specifically for Southern C folks at Candlefish and it was one of my favorite parts of the trip. If you’re in Charleston, you HAVE to go by Candlefish, whether you’re there to make a candle or not, it’s a beautiful store full of beautiful people. And a great place to buy Mother’s Day gifts too if you still need one and live in Charleston! So much more to share in the future here too…
{FOUR}
King Street is still my favorite place to shop. It’s got it all and you feel like you’re in the Notebook walking down the historic street (because, well, the Notebook was really filmed here :)). My favorite purchase this trip was my double horn necklace (similar one here) made by Atlanta-based jewelry designer and fellow Summit attendee, T. Marie. We happened upon her trunk show in The Finicky Filly and I wanted pretty much everything in that store.
Another favorite shop, and attendee of the Summit, Moon & Lola!
Isn’t T. Marie’s jewelry gorgeous!?!
{FIVE}
The Charleston Blog Society rocks. I met so many awesome ladies including Meg of Borrowed Heaven, Tiffany of Skipping Breakfast at Tiffanys, Shree of Porcelain Shree and the founder, Gillian of Coastal Bride.
Me and Tiffany at our candle making class and Candlefish!
Take me back! As you can tell, we had a blast in Charleston and I can’t wait to share more with you next week when I post about The Southern C Summit.
Oh, and don’t forget to enter the $100 giveaway to Design Darling at the bottom of my Lilly nursery tour post!
Here’s who I’m teaming up with today on this Five on Friday: A. Liz Adventures, Carolina Charm, Hello! Happiness and The Good Life.

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  • Charleston is looking quite festive! 🎄 I had a couple meetings downtown today and couldn’t help but snap a few photos of our gorgeous hometown. Who else just adores Charleston? Tell me your Charleston story... did you get engaged here, married here, come for vacation, move recently? 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
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Ok so why the photo of me in the Sahara Desert for a 5am camel ride sunrise? 🐪 Well, soon after this photo was taken, I walked into a therapist's office in London. Why? Secondary infertility. I wrote about this on the blog (link in profile), but I felt so, so broken y'all. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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All the travel we were doing was reminding me of all the joy, joy, joy down in my heart 😉 and I realized how this feeling of brokenness was dragging me down. And I didn't want it to turn into something bad. So off I went. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Over a year later and I've found my gal here in Charleston and I still go every month. 👍🏻 Even though I don't feel broken any longer. In fact, I feel optimistic and hopeful for our future adopted child. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 It's just good to talk it out y'all. To talk out everything occupying your brain space and keeping you up at night here or there. Not only that, but therapists have TOOLS. They're so equipped to teach you #allthethings you never even knew you needed to know!
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As we go into the holidays 🎄 which admit it you guys, we put so much pressure and tie so much meaning to.... I want you to consider therapy. A lot of insurance providers will help you cover the cost. It doesn't hurt to book an appointment and see if it's for you. And you might have to shop around for the right fit, but you'll find it. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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At the end of the day, I believe that if we're all more mentally stable humans, we'll all contribute to a better, kinder world. 🌎
  • One thing I never got tired of during 14 weeks of guests visiting us in London (and most all of them staying with us in our 500 sq ft flat with 1 bathroom 😬)... was the afternoon tea!!! ☕️ Gah I just loved it. All my fancy tea party dreams from my childhood got to come true over and over! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Don’t miss it when you visit the UK! 🇬🇧 This was one of my favorites and top recommendations, The Park Room at @grosvenorhouselondon. Check on @opentable for the special reservation where a glass of bubbly 🥂 is included with your tea! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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PS: Hit that little bookmark to save this post for later so you remember where to go when visiting London! 💂🏼‍♂️
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  • RV-HEYYYYYY 😊 So good to be back in Richmond. We popped in to some spots in our old neighborhood and I found THE best Christmas snack 👉🏻 swipe! 🎄 @tasteunlimited was so cute and so full of goodies!
  • Charleston is looking quite festive! 🎄 I had a couple meetings downtown today and couldn’t help but snap a few photos of our gorgeous hometown. Who else just adores Charleston? Tell me your Charleston story... did you get engaged here, married here, come for vacation, move recently? 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
  • What is it about a Christmas pageant that just warms a Mamas heart?! 🎄 #SullyLou knew every word to all the songs (English, French, and Spanish!), sang them enthusiastically, remembered the moves, and just beamed with joy from the stage. I’m so proud of her 😭. How is she becoming such a big girl so fast?! Speaking of big, she was the only girl on the back pew because she’s so tall. 🤷🏼‍♀️ I love you my Sully girl. I am so so so incredibly proud of you my mooks.
  • Run like the wind bullseye! Not the most IG worthy picture, although that is Kensington Palace in the background, hey Kate! 👋🏻 But I'm doing it y'all. Registered for the @cooperriverbridgerun which is arguably Charleston's biggest race of the year. Have I ever run a 10k? Nope. Have I ever run a 5k? Yes, and it was six years ago. 🤣Watch me work... 🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️
  • Throwback to one of the most Christmas-y places in London! Tonight we enjoyed our own little slice of Christmas with the Mount Pleasant parade (see Stories!) 🎄🎅 ☃️ We may not be spending our December abroad or in Hawaii this year, but gosh it sure does feel good to be home sweet home in Charleston!
  • Do you go to THERAPY? Why is that word so scary? 🚨 Why do we feel shame in saying we go? 👉🏻 Tonight in my Stories a bunch of strangers across the internet grouped together to share therapists they recommend in cities across the US and even in London. I feel like knowing who to go to is one of the hardest first steps, hopefully, we've helped you with that. 💗 👇🏻 Feel free to comment below, if you're comfortable, with any other therapist recommendations you'd like to share or tell us about your therapy experience!
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Ok so why the photo of me in the Sahara Desert for a 5am camel ride sunrise? 🐪 Well, soon after this photo was taken, I walked into a therapist's office in London. Why? Secondary infertility. I wrote about this on the blog (link in profile), but I felt so, so broken y'all. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
All the travel we were doing was reminding me of all the joy, joy, joy down in my heart 😉 and I realized how this feeling of brokenness was dragging me down. And I didn't want it to turn into something bad. So off I went. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Over a year later and I've found my gal here in Charleston and I still go every month. 👍🏻 Even though I don't feel broken any longer. In fact, I feel optimistic and hopeful for our future adopted child. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 It's just good to talk it out y'all. To talk out everything occupying your brain space and keeping you up at night here or there. Not only that, but therapists have TOOLS. They're so equipped to teach you #allthethings you never even knew you needed to know!
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
As we go into the holidays 🎄 which admit it you guys, we put so much pressure and tie so much meaning to.... I want you to consider therapy. A lot of insurance providers will help you cover the cost. It doesn't hurt to book an appointment and see if it's for you. And you might have to shop around for the right fit, but you'll find it. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
At the end of the day, I believe that if we're all more mentally stable humans, we'll all contribute to a better, kinder world. 🌎
  • One thing I never got tired of during 14 weeks of guests visiting us in London (and most all of them staying with us in our 500 sq ft flat with 1 bathroom 😬)... was the afternoon tea!!! ☕️ Gah I just loved it. All my fancy tea party dreams from my childhood got to come true over and over! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Don’t miss it when you visit the UK! 🇬🇧 This was one of my favorites and top recommendations, The Park Room at @grosvenorhouselondon. Check on @opentable for the special reservation where a glass of bubbly 🥂 is included with your tea! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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PS: Hit that little bookmark to save this post for later so you remember where to go when visiting London! 💂🏼‍♂️
  • Entrepreneur-ing and mom-ing like a boss this week y'all. I'll explain more soon. 😉 Have you gotten your ticket yet to my business @pinckneypalm's Master Your Social? 🎟 Seriously, get on it, I think I'm only going to sell 5️⃣ more seats and then close the program. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
If you're not in the know, MYS is my 6-week online social media coaching program, No, this is NOT an e-course or webinar. 🙅🏼‍♀️ This is me actually live teaching you a new topic each week, giving you the steps and resources to implement what we talk about, and then holding you accountable. Not to mention, throwing some epic online dance parties 💃🏼💃🏼 and having you join in community with other entrepreneurs. We start January 21st... wouldn't it be awesome to go into 2020 with a social media strategy and knowledge of all the tips and tricks?!
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
So GO!!! Get your ticket via the link in my profile right now @erinn.phillips or at pinckneypalm.com/shop. 🌴 I seriously do a happy dance when I see your purchase come through. THANK YOU for supporting my small business!!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Also, friends, we made up a cute gift card if you want to receive Master Your Social for Christmas 🎁 or if you want to gift it to someone else! 👉🏻 DM me with any questions on Master Your Social!
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Photo: @anerisphotos
Dress: @cabanalife

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