05/15/2025
Hey yall! So it has come to my attention that there are some pretty obnoxious rumors floating around town about the shop so I would like to nip this mess in the bud before it gets anymore out of hand, because Geez Louise, the things I have heard are so far beyond the truth that I have done nothing but laugh all day and have pushed back the urge to add more to the story just for kicks...anyway, here's the deal straight from the horses mouth..
Simply Silks is becoming Blooming with Grace and will be located in a more convenient location to serve you better! The shop will be located across from Diamond Bank where the pawn shop was previously. That's it, that's all. Short, sweet!
No, There hasn't been any big blow up between Misti and myself, nothing could be further from the truth. Matter of fact I will still be doing florals there! As my loyal customers know, I have some pretty serious back issues that has hindered me quiet a lot lately and I am just not physically able to stand on my feet all day, every day and bend and pick up and do all of the things required for sometimes 12 hrs at a time, so I am stepping back and Misti will be taking the reigns from here on out. The new shop will still offer the same gift items as we do now as well as some new brands and such in the near future. I won't be there full time but I will be there when I can. Y'all I've been doing florals for almost 30 years, do you really think I can just walk away from that? Uhh. No! Lol. We're working together on all this y'all.
I will be working in Mt Ida with my husband and BOTH of my kiddos which is super exciting! Not many people get to work with their family like that and it's such a blessing to have the ability to see them and work together!
I haven't set my last day at the shop yet but more than likely it will be the end of this month. Also don't have an opening date for the new place nailed down 100% because there are renovations going on right now and when those are done the real work begins...moving ALL that inventory!
This is absolutley NOT goodbye! You guys have given me the highest honor in allowing me to be a part of your lives, I am on first name basis with so many of you and I've learned about your families and you mine and I'm not walking away from that, I just have to find something easier on my body because I'm not getting any younger. So we will keep you updated on opening days and everything but for now know that I will still be around some, but I am stepping back for my health, Misti will own the new shop and it will be in the new location, easier to find, easier to get too and easier to work out of! You guys have supported me 1000% since I opened and it would mean so much to me if you would support her when she gets up and going. I have struggled with this for months but, I prayed for direction, is it right for me to stay or to step back and take the Mt Ida job that's easier on me? The next day I got 2 offers on the shop. I took that as my answer. It came quickly, most of the time we have to wait, right! Anyway I feel like this the right thing for me as much as I love it, physically, I just cant. And I realize that I'm doing more damage than good (well the neurosurgeon may have suggested that to me. Lol) you guys are THE best. Always have been. Always will be! I dont say this lightly, either. I Love You! Every single one of you. You helped make my dream come true. If there is ever a time when I can do it full time again, I will in a heartbeat!❤️ Always!
P.s
She's working on a page, I will link it when it's up and going. And again. If you hear something, just ask the person. Don't go making up all kinds of things just because you can. I'll give whoever started these things this though. Some of the things I have heard are WILD. Very creative! A+ for creativity! 😂
