a wonderland of sorts...

Dearest friends, family, and loyal followers: Once upon a time, a girl had an idea. She envisioned a wonderland where people of all ages could come together and find, in a beautiful mixture of all sorts, their something wonderful. She began her journey in a white box in east Fayetteville. While there, she met many of you, shared many joyous afternoon conversations, and collected treasured moments. Then, in 2010 she moved her dream to the Fayetteville Square. There were new treasured moments, new glass doors, new inspiring afternoon talks, and new cherished family and friends whose impact have further defined and personalized what this journey is all about. One of her favorite Good & Fair t-shirts reminded this girl on this evening that there’s a story behind every item in this quirky little store. Her story plucked her up and set her right where she needs to be. This journey, while thrilling, took her time. She missed friend’s weddings, best friend’s going away parties, and more nights of sleep you could imagine. She’s sold gifts and clothes for the past three Christmas Eve’s and she’ll continue to do so every single year. With the sacrifices, however, come great joys. Opening during a recession and completely from scratch is intimidating but has proven that it can be done. Hard work, perseverance, the support of family and friends, and not losing sight of the dream she envisioned of a lifestyle boutique has given her the drive to not look back once. She’s turned a white box into a wonderland of everything she loves. She’s created the Riffraff and Arkansas shirts that are now filling her closet. And, of course she’s found a staff that makes it so that she can’t take a day off, because she doesn’t want to miss a day of their company. As this wonderland approaches its 3rd Birthday in a week she gets giddy about the growth that comes with it. She hopes you continue to soak up the spirit of this funky little destination with her for many years to come. Your kindness, support, admiration, and compassion will continue to inspire this girl with each step she takes through the looking-glass and beyond. For that she cannot thank you enough. XOXO, Kirsten Blowers.