Jumping out of bed super early is not typical for me. I can toss and turn all night, but at 5 a.m. my bed becomes the most comfortable spot on Earth. On May first one year ago, I jumped out of bed super early. This was the first morning that we started working on Lola Magazine. Nervous and excited, I could not sleep. With a leap of faith and an extra cup of coffee, we began reaching out to people about Lola Magazine. We hoped that they would see the vision that we had. They did.
My first meeting was with the ever so fabulous Ashley Dean, owner of Sassafras Boutique. She got our vision and she agreed to join us in our first issue. Donesa Walker, owner of Learning Rx and fondly referred to as “Momma Donesa”, helped set the path for our success as soon as we met with her. She continues to do so, always offering advice and excellent homemade enchiladas. We continued to meet with awesome business owners and people from all walks of life. We set up our first fashion spread with the help of Jennifer Frierson, owner of Imelda’s. Stories began coming in that we were truly honored to share. The puzzle pieces came together and Lola Magazine was published.
What an incredible year it has been for Carie and I to watch this vision come to life. We set out to tell real stories of real people, and we have had the privilege of doing just that. Our Lola team’s photographers, writers, designers, distribution–they are nothing short of the most talented group of individuals with whom I have ever worked. Friendships have been made, the real kind. “Thankful” is not big enough to express our gratitude. We are forever humbled and grateful to everyone that has been a part of this past year.
So, one year, six issues, five-hundred and eighteen pages, hundreds of new friends, thousands of loyal readers, and one million little blessings along the way, Lola Magazine has found its place.
We hope that you enjoy this issue of Lola Magazine. May your summer be full of fun in the sun and warm memories made!
Happy Mother’s Day & Father’s Day!
Cheers, Bevin
This issue of Lola magazine is dedicated in loving memory to my Sweet & Loving Aunt Kim Poindexter
Aunt Kim passed away peacefully on March 22. She was one of Lola’s biggest supporters! She gushed at every chance she got about how proud she was of both Bevin and I. As I think back on the last time I saw her before her illness, I remember our exact conversation! She said, “Carie, every time I see a Lola in stands I am just filled with pride! I am so proud of you!” As I visited her home after her passing I noticed something. She had a Lola Magazine placed in every room. It brought tears to my eyes. Thank you Aunt Kim. Your love and support will be remembered always.
Until we meet again, Carie