Happy Hour #50: Jen Hatmaker

FIFTY episodes friends. I can't even believe it. I feel like I could just scream and cry and give all of you a hug! Isn't this so fun! Today's episode is with my friend Jen Hatmaker and it's of course so much fun! Jen is a mom to five, wife to Brandon, speaker, author, and HGTV star. Her newest book, FOR THE LOVE, just released yesterday and if you haven't ordered it yet you should! You will love it! On this episode we chat about the shows Jen loves that I was trying to get on board with: So You Think You Can Dance & Gilmore Girls, and you will all be disappointed that since we recorded this I haven't watched one more episode of those. We talked about the book that my husband, Aaron, is writing, and some of her older books and how her writing has grown and changed over the years. We discussed racism and how to chat with our kids about this issues. Plus lots more fun stuff! You will love this show. Links from the show: {Click on the links to buy // affiliate links used} Launderette - the restaurant I mentioned that Jess and I visited Ms. Understood - one of Jen's earlier books For the Love - her newest book 7 - her last book Interrupted - another book that Jen wrote - which so far is my favorite (but I haven't finished her newest one) Go Set a Watchman - Harper Lee's newest book Books we're reading or loving: Girl Boss, The Martian, The Kitchen House, Devil in the White City, Dark Places Three things Jen is loving: Coconut LaCroix water with lime, The Invention of Wings, and Birds of Paradise candle Giveaway: I have lots of fun stuff for you guys today! Jen is graciously giving away FIVE copies of FOR THE LOVE which each also include the newest bracelet from Noonday that is made in Haiti. Also our friend Tiffany Wade is graciously giving away 2 pair of her St Cecilia earrings which you have probably seen Jen wearing! Not only is she giving away two sets of earrings, she is giving you all a code for 15% off! How nice is that?!?! Use the code: HAPPYHOUR when you check out I'm gonna pick seven winners! Five of you will get the book + bracelet and then two of you will get the earrings!!! I'll do this all over Instagram, so make sure you are following me over there! Connect with Jen: // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // Blog // Share the Love: I would love to connect with you guys on facebook, twitter and/or instagram about this episode! Feel free to share with your friends about the show! As always I love feedback from you guys on iTunes if you can. When you leave a comment and/or rating, it helps others find the show, and isn't that what we want .... more ladies at the Happy Hour with us! Sponsor: Now, most of you probably know I love to support social businesses and one of my favorites is an Austin based ethical lifestyle and fashion brand, Raven and Lily. They are dedicated to empowering women through design, supporting over 1000 artisans across eight countries including Ethiopia, India, Pakistan, and even here in the US. These partnerships offer sustainable employment and a living wage. You can shop Raven and Lily’s beautiful clothing, jewelry, accessories and home goods at the flagship storefront off East Manor (if you live here in Austin like me!!) or online at RavenandLily.com COUPON CODE: 15% off with the code: HAPPYHOUR Nutty Snacks are gluten free, all natural, high protein, good for you fuel that taste like dessert. Perfect for Cross-fitters and endurance athletes who need that little boost to keep going. Loved by mom’s who need a quality snack for their little people. Devoured by anyone who dares to try them. Convienent 2.5 oz packs for “life on the go” or the “you should really share with others” 7 oz. pack that ensures your friends will stop by for another visit. Nutty Snacks is committed to “doing good” and making a difference in the world. When you purchase Nutty Snacks a percentage of the proceeds goes directly to The Amani Project to help kids in need. Or you can do good through our Purchase 4 A Purpose project where we partner with other organizations committed to doing good in the world. Nutty Snacks….a little sweet, a little nutty a whole lot of good! COUPON CODE: 15% off with the code: HappyHour15