Last week I was fortunate enough to have been paid a visit by Gaelle, Cyri and their beautiful baby Juliette.

Visiting from the South of France, this glorious little family found us in a Toronto travel guide at their local library.  You just can’t image how thrilled I was to discover that the Jeanne Lottie Pink House Boutique was the first store listed in our category!  I mean, I’ve always known that the French have great taste, but “Ooh Lala!” what a compliment to be paid! It absolutely tops the Gâteau!

My charming French guests were kind enough to offer their perspective about my favourite subject: True Happiness!  To this fabulous Francophone family True Happiness is: “Enjoying time with family and friends!”  What a wonderful insight, non? No matter where I am in the world, I simply must take the time to stop and enjoy friends and family that reside locally. My agenda is never too full to fit in my loved ones’ company!

Gaelle and Cyri bought one of my favourite designs: the Casual Cross Body Unisex bag! Perfect for any globetrotter, the Casual Cross Body Unisex bag is the ideal piece of carry-on for any trip. Compact and convenient and yet surprisingly spacious, this bag ensures that all your important travel items can be safely stowed at your side, throughout all of your travels!  Plus, it can double as a diaper bag for the — beyond cute — baby Juliette!

We said our good-byes and as a memento of our short but very sweet visit I gave them a charm…  A little silver #3, representing the three members of their happy and beautiful family!

I asked them to make sure they visit the shop again, should they be back in Toronto in the near future. With coy smiles they replied: “But of course.”

XOXO~

Jeanne Lottie

True Happiness is … Something that Comes from Within You

I thought it a novel idea to probe some of the marvellous individuals that I interact with on a daily basis about what True Happiness means to them. This is the first post of what I hope will be an enjoyable and amusing series, which I’ve affectionately titled: True Happiness from the Neighbourhood. Enjoy!

Who: The ever-so-lovely Nancy Brown, our famous Parking Enforcement Officer.

Where: Street side in Yorkville, Toronto, Canada.

True Happiness … “Comes [From] Within Yourself.”

I must say, that this is absolutely and without question, the most wonderful piece of paper that I have ever received from a parking enforcement officer! LOL.

Actually, our local officer, Nancy Brown, really is quite lovely. She keeps our streets safe and free from parking violators, all while maintaining a superbly sunny disposition. This must largely be because she recognizes that, “True Happiness Comes from Within,” and I just couldn’t agree more!

Ever notice that the happiest people are those who exude a kind of inner joy? I believe this comes from a true and pure acceptance of who we are, as well as from our faith in knowing that we do indeed have a place in the world. Whether you happen to be a high-powered executive or a housewife, married or divorced, short or tall, we must remember that these are not the things that define us. We are all Fabulous, Unique, Creative, Beautiful, Wise, Fierce, Intuitive and Worthwhile Beings…

Whether we design handbags, or hand out parking tickets, we are a reflection of our inner light, and we are obligated to share our SPARKLE with the world! So, let that light shine by giving back to the community and supporting the causes that can make a difference … This year the Pink Bedroom Party continues to support The Campbell Family Cancer Research Institute at The Princess Margaret Hospital (the recipient for the last 3 years). The event also supports SickKids Foundation for children with cancer. The goal this year is to raise $100,000.  Come to the party , SPARKLE and SHINE and maybe find out for yourself what True Happiness is.  -  XOXO!

Content by Jeanne Lottie. Edited and Elaborated by Dg