January 29, 2013

A Valentines Tale & Giveaway

When Trevor and I had our first conversation he asked me what the one thing I really wanted out of life was. For some peculiar reason or perhaps inspired, I answered honestly, I told him I wanted love. We were in a room full of people at a small party and he told me he wanted the same thing. We talked for five hours, asking each other questions back and forth, in our own little world. I remember occasionally I'd hear someone saying "they've been talking for hours..." or "..they're still sitting there talking"and it was as if everybody knew, it was like the whole universe had conspired to make this one magic moment happen.  Trevor and I had sort of met before, a few times, and even though I always maintained a crush on him the timing was never right.

Looking back I can see that we came together at exactly the right time, any sooner it would've been a catastrophe. We both went through a lot before we met each other. Some time before I ever knew Trevor existed a friend of mine, who I look up to greatly, told me that I didn't have to worry about finding my Soulmate. She said that the Universe was preparing someone for me right now and all I had to do was take care of myself. When the time was right, we'd meet, and not a second before. I was just barely sane enough at that point to believe her, but I did. I hadn't really been living a very healthy life style and quite frankly I didn't think much of myself, so I had a lot of work to do. I went on the biggest self searching adventure of my life. I learned a lot and I abandoned myself to the idea that there was a Greater Force working in my life, one that would guide me and take care of me always. Then and only then was I finally able to open myself up to the world and the people in it (This, of course, did not happen over night, it was a matter of years). And then I met Trevor. It was as if the Universe was returning my complete surrender with the gift of love.

valentine's day

I still had a lot to work on, but Trevor and I began a healing journey together. We were both finally able to heal old wounds that had been holding us back until that moment when we found each other, where the truest love I've come to know sprouted. I don't think either of us would have been able to complete our journeys with out the help of each other. It was our togetherness that truly allowed us to convalesce. It wasn't always easy, in fact, at times it was very hard. I was surprised and relieved to learn that no matter how perfect our union, a little work was required to maintain a healthy and happy relationship. Through the work we've done together, we've been able to grow so much and form such a deep and meaningful connection with each other. I don't think I ever knew that such a partnership could exist in the world. I couldn't be happier to have found it!

When Trevor jumped on board with SoulMakes, I was a little hesitant. It seemed a bit taboo to engage in business with my life mate, and that in itself has been a whole new journey for us. Trevor jumped in head first, while I wanted to take things slow. I was aghast at his insistence that my dreams could come true, and for a moment I considered that maybe I didn't want them to. Fear can make you think a little crazy sometimes. But finally, I got on board for this ride and it has been so magical! I love getting together with Trevor for our little business meetings to talk about what we've been working on and what our future goals are. He does such an amazing job with website management and photography. Did you guys know he taught himself code? He's pretty a much a genius. I love that we have different talents to bring to the table for our business and that we get to share them in this creative passion. I kind of think of SoulMakes as an extension of our love story; it's the visionary and tangible production of Trevor and I's enchantment! SoulMakes is a little wild, it's a little bit chic. Inspired by all things worldly, we want you to find your hidden treasure here with us. We want you to put on your favorite SoulMakes wonder and feel the love it was created with.

This Valentine's day we'd like to share the love with a special giveaway for you!

The winner will choose between:

valentine's day giveaway

TO ENTER: 

Makes sure you are following our blog, leave a comment below telling me which bracelet you'd love to wear! And for a second entry you can tell us one thing you love about your special valentine :)

FOR EXTRA ENTRIES:
 ** Must leave a separate comment for each entry **

|| Like us on Facebook ||

|| Follow us on Twitter ||

|| Tweet about this giveaway ||
|| Follow us on Instagram ||
@soulmakesjewelry
|| Follow us on Pinterest ||
Follow Me on Pinterest




DETAILS:
Leave you email address in the comments below so that I can contact the winner
Must be following our blog

Winner will be announced on February 8, 2013

Good Luck!
Love,
MacK and Trevor Mars

Special thanks to my best friend Nicole for editing!



  

107 comments:

  1. I follow your blog and would love to win the turquoise one on the bottom right!!! All are so beautiful though!

    ReplyDelete
  2. I love my fiance for so many things but I love his kindness the most...he would do anything for me and I'm so grateful for that<3

    ReplyDelete
  3. I would love to win the skull wrap! Such an everyday wearable piece :)
    I love that this Valentine's day is going to mean something special to me. I'm not with anyone at the moment, but this day is completely about love and the people are around me that truly care about me. I will be celebrating a milestone in my life journey, and I'm so sure that the reason I am able to celebrate is because of that one word: love. Love from friends, love from family, love from strangers, unconditional, infinite love from God. I'm totally stoked for this Valentines day: miracles will be had<3

    ReplyDelete
  4. I love the Bohemian Wrap Bracelet Teal. Looks unique and pretty! :)

    jazzcarnation at aol.com

    ReplyDelete
  5. I fall in love with my fiancee because of his inside and outside personality.

    ReplyDelete
  6. Liked your page on facebook :)
    ~Fidza Hamdan

    ReplyDelete
  7. Tweeted the pretty bracelet giveaway!
    https://twitter.com/LadyFidza/status/296290889167425537

    ReplyDelete
  8. Followed on pinterest as well :)

    http://pinterest.com/ladyfidza/

    ReplyDelete
  9. That's the sweetest story, totally meant to be!! As for choosing that's so hard, its between the first and last one.


    Zoe xx
    http://gypsiesister.blogspot.co.uk

    ReplyDelete
  10. Entry 1 (I hope I'm doing this right):

    I would love to wear the Teal Wrap Bracelet! That bracelet is how I discovered your shop on Etsy! It's just so perfect for my personality and style.

    E-mail: emwhyhuang@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  11. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  12. Entry 2:

    One thing I love about my boyfriend is the way that he completely and utterly opens himself up to each and every experience or person that he comes across, because he knows that whether they or it are a negative or positive influence, it will still have some sort of meaningful impact on his life. Somewhere down the line, it or they will have helped him in becoming who he wants to be. Because he was hurt in the past though, we went through an extremely rough patch where I thought we wouldn't make it. But we did, because I was able to mimic his openness and use it on him. I love that he was able to open himself up to me this way, and share his life, this view and who he is with me even though it scared us both so dearly--I don't know if I can speak for him, but being with him has certainly made me a better person. His openness has taught me to let love into my life, and to love myself.

    E-mail: emwhyhuang@gmail.com

    *Forgot my e-mail in the previous one. Sorry!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Entry 3:

    I follow you on Facebook. That is how I discovered your blog.

    E-mail: emwhyhuang@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  14. Entry 4:

    I signed up for your newsletter!

    E-mail: emwhyhuang@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  15. You and Trevor are an inspiration. Love you guys!!

    ReplyDelete
  16. You and Trevor are an inspiration. Love you guys!!

    ReplyDelete
  17. Love that story! Entry 1: teal wrap braclet.

    ReplyDelete
  18. i'm a follower of your blog, and i really like the first bracelet! the thing i love about my valentine is that he knows things about me that i would never think he knows. when he makes fun of me he does his own impression of things i say or things i do, and he surprises me everytime. he pays a lot more attention to the details than i think he does :)

    ReplyDelete
  19. Entry 1: I love the Teal bracelet!

    ReplyDelete
  20. Entry 2: I like that it's just beginning with him, and I can be hopeful!

    mysocalledchaos (at) gmail (dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  21. I Like You on Facebook!

    mysocalledchaos (at) gmail (dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  22. I Follow you on Twitter!

    mysocalledchaos (at) gmail (dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  23. I Tweeted! https://twitter.com/MySoCalledChaos/status/296676513720442880

    mysocalledchaos (at) gmail (dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  24. I follow you on Pinterest!

    mysocalledchaos (at) gmail (dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  25. I also have been following your blog for awhile, and love your pieces! I would love to win #3, the skull bracelet, I'm quite obsessed with skulls being a pirate at heart.

    What I love most about my valentine is, I can wholly be myself with him, can bare my soul to him, as he loves me for exactly who I am. We are like yin & yang. ~Candace

    My email: musika81@hotmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  26. I follow you on Instagram!

    mysocalledchaos (at) gmail (dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  27. I am already subscribedto your email!

    mysocalledchaos (at) gmail (dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  28. I follow your blog and I would love to win Rainbow Boho Wrap.

    nika861(at)centrum(dot)cz

    ReplyDelete
  29. I would choose the Rainbow Boho Wrap! I love my special valentine, my wife Jen, for so so many reasons however one is that she is a beautiful person inside and out. She has a heart of gold, always willing to help others, people or animals. She treats everyone like a friend. She supports me, and stands by me. She is amazing. <3 lariatsandlavender@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  30. I like y'all on Facebook! lariatsandlavender@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  31. I follow y'all on Twitter! lariatsandlavender@gmail.com (@AngieBailey13)

    ReplyDelete
  32. I tweeted about the giveaway! lariatsandlavender@gmail.com

    https://twitter.com/AngieBailey13/status/296793943092383744

    ReplyDelete
  33. I follow y'all on Instagram! lariatsandlavender@gmail.com (LariatsandLavender)

    ReplyDelete
  34. I follow y'all on Pinterest! lariatsandlavender@gmail.com (AngieBailey13)

    ReplyDelete
  35. And I do receive your newsletter! lariatsandlavender@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  36. Aww, beautiful!

    Wes and I have very similar ways of coming together.

    It was a year of him being more or less very affectionate and a true friend towards me, while I was out treating myself like garbage and fawning over the negative in too many ways. And then one day he just kissed me, and we've been partners for five years.

    I love my special Valentine, because he's been the most supporting and loving partner I've ever known. I don't have to be embarrassed when I'm with him, I can cry and he'll always be here to give a hug or whatever else I need. He respects and cherishes me.



    I'm feelin' a lotta love right now, you guys.

    ReplyDelete
  37. What a beautiful and heart warming story! Reminds me a bit about my own love story :) I really feel it that we dated at the exact right moment! I'm so thankful for that!
    I follow your blog and I would choose the teal wrap bracelet! But they are all so gorgeous that it was hard to choose.
    You're so lucky to share this buisness with your boyfriend :) I also love when my boyfriend and I get creative together!

    ReplyDelete
  38. I already receive the newsletter! (lacabanne.nina[at]gmail.com)

    ReplyDelete
  39. I liked Soul Makes on Facebook too :)

    ReplyDelete
  40. I follow you on Instagram (@crazygreenfruits)

    ReplyDelete
  41. And finally I follow you on Pinterest! Thanks for the giveaway :)

    ReplyDelete
  42. I'm already following your blog. If I won I would love to wear the Black Skull Wrap Bracelet!

    vandango33@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  43. What I love about my Valentine is that he is a good listener!

    vandango33@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  44. I like you on FB!

    vandango33@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  45. I follow you on twitter @egood33

    vandango33@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  46. tweet: https://twitter.com/egood33/status/297102134984458240

    vandango33@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  47. I'm following on Pinterest!

    vandango33@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  48. I signed up for your newsletter.

    vandango33@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  49. follower

    faked_sugartone at hotmail

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I forgot to add I love the teal wrap bracelet!

      Delete
  50. love how my boyfriend showed me that i am worth loving :)

    faked_sugartone at hotmail

    ReplyDelete
  51. follow on facebook

    faked_sugartone at hotmail

    ReplyDelete
  52. follow on twitter under stopdropandread

    faked_sugartone at hotmail

    ReplyDelete
  53. https://twitter.com/StopDropandRead/status/297409860742565888

    faked_sugartone at hotmail

    ReplyDelete
  54. im gonna sound crazy but i was hoping to give this to one of my dear friends. she has had a rough year last year after struggle with life and also an end to a long and then sour relationship. and ive been there for her since and keeping her mind on positive things and she is strong in heart. she is very kind and spiritual as well. she has to look after two dogs and she doesnt have much good friends and family lately. things have been going well for her this year so far til a couple of weeks ago when a tragic thing happened to her. she thought her life was the end but i was there to keep her on her feet and now she is doing a lot better, but still struggling. as valentines approaches, i want to give her one of these bracelets. (#4 Teal Wrap Bracelet) it would so make her day. especially on v-day. so if i make it. awesome, if not, its all good and congrats to the lucky winner!

    radstuff@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  55. also i got one of your items on December for that friend and she loves it.

    i found about you guys on Facebook and been checking on the updates and the posts. especially the photo posts! :] KEEP IT UP!

    *sorry for breaking the rules a little bit. it just came out like that lol*

    John
    radstuff@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  56. I don't have a particular special someone, but this Valentine's day is super special to me because it marks a "milestone" in the path I'm on, changing from the old caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly that can spread her wings and marvel the world today. I'm grateful to be celebrating Valentine's day, the day of love, with the ones I love and remembering how love has helped me transform :)

    ReplyDelete
  57. I would love to wear the Teal Wrap Bracelet

    ReplyDelete
  58. My husband and I met through mutal friends online, we first laid eyes on each other when he flew to Madison, WI from Portland, OR to visit me. I knew right at that moment that I wanted to be with him for the rest of time. We were married that August and now we have a happy toddler boy. My husband is an amazing person and really inspires me everyday to try my best and always put myself and my work out there. He left high school with a GED, then went to a community college, attended PSU and got a double major in Philosophy and Political Science, graduated in August 2010 (right around our wedding!) and then went on to teach himself programming, he now works as a programmer at a law firm and makes 50'000 salary before even working there one year. This is a guy who doesn't have a computer science degree! He is such a success story and has taught me that if I believe in myself and what I do that I can achieve anything if I try. This is the most special thing about my valentine. ^_^ I'm having a Valentine's Day giveaway on my blog too for a 50$ etsy giftcard to whichever store of choice, you should come enter! It's open until 12PM Valentine's Day PST. www.foreandaft.co

    Thanks so much for sharing your story, it's beautiful. I hope that one day my husband and I will work together on projects. <3

    ReplyDelete
  59. I follow you on instagram. I'm @foreandaft Your feed is so gorgeous!

    ReplyDelete
  60. I tweeted the giveaway as well! https://twitter.com/fore_and_aft/status/299574483050704896

    ReplyDelete
  61. I follow you on pinterest. My username is foreandaft

    ReplyDelete
  62. I signed up for the newsletter too! jesilangdaleanderson@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  63. I really like number two!! organic and beautiful.

    What i love about my special valentine are his eyes remind me of another beautiful universe, he lives through his beautiful heart and knows how to listen!!

    ReplyDelete
  64. oh and my email is anna@slowfoodvancouver.com

    ReplyDelete
  65. Usually anything with turquoise just GETS me but this time it's the rainbow boho! My valentine is so giving. He needs to give to feel fulfilled and I need to practice my receiving. Sometimes it's his turn. We heal each other. Make space for each other and grow together. It's so hard to explain how we compliment each other but it works like beach and ocean waves. Beautiful work!

    ReplyDelete
  66. Oooh!

    Entry 1: Skull Bracelet!

    ReplyDelete
  67. Entry 2: I am in love with my wife's passion for life. Beekeeping + farming don't exactly pay the bills, but they bring out her light!

    ReplyDelete
  68. Entry 3: I liked you on Facebook!

    ReplyDelete
  69. Entry 4: I followed you on Twitter!

    ReplyDelete
  70. Entry 5 (sick of me yet?): I followed you on Instragram!

    ReplyDelete
  71. Entry 6: I followed you on Pinterest (both Trev Mars + SoulMake)

    ReplyDelete
  72. Entry 7: I joined the Newsletter (whew)!

    ReplyDelete
  73. i follow your blog and i'd love to win number 4!

    ReplyDelete
  74. i love my husband because he works so hard for me and our girls, and always supports me in everything i do :)

    ReplyDelete
  75. i tweeted - https://twitter.com/pixie_polly/status/299581648532566017

    ReplyDelete
  76. and i signed up for the mailing list!

    ReplyDelete
  77. i follow your blog and i would love to win #1 because it would be very versatile in my wardrobe!

    ReplyDelete
  78. i like you on facebook. mslogailah@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  79. i follow you on twitter. mslogailah@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  80. i follow you on pinterest. mslogailah@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  81. i signed up for the mailing list. mslogailah@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  82. Tweeted: GmansCupcake I just entered a Valentines giveaway on the SoulMakes blog http://t.co/YR0oeS3W via @mysoulmakes

    My email: lilakiliano1@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  83. Liked on FB

    My email: lilakiliano1@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  84. Signed up for your newsletter

    My email: lilakiliano1@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  85. My boyfriend of 5 1/2 years crossed my path when I was as broken as one could get. One of my friends at work recruited him to help me through the nightmare I was going through. He became my friend and knew the journey I was starting was going to be one of pain. He was willing to reveal his healed soul and experience the pain and trauma of his past in order to help me. It meant that everytime I was angry, lost, frustrated because I didn't have answers and would never receive the answers to my questions that he would be patient, loving, and kind while his own scars bled a little. While I was going through this trial, he was fighting bladder and liver cancer. He never complained or said that my trial was too much , just encouraged me that one day it would be over. He always said that I would learn so much from my trial and journey. I am blessed to say that I made it through my trial and he overcame 4 years of cancer treatment. We are both still healing in our own ways. I love him and thank God for him. My boyfriend gave me the gift of love, patience, and laughter. For these miracles I will be forever grateful.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Sorry, forgot my email addy again: lilakiliano1@gmail.com

      Delete
  86. The first one is the most amazing! Thanks for sharing your love with us :)

    ReplyDelete
  87. I love the Rainbow boho wrap, it's beautiful and colourful just like life and love :)

    ReplyDelete
  88. I'd love the black skull wrap.

    kiss_shani(at)hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  89. Liked on FB as Shani Smet

    kiss_shani(at)hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  90. Following on twtter as ButterfliesSky

    kiss_shani(at)hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  91. Tweet: https://twitter.com/ButterfliesSky/status/299814019055882240

    kiss_shani(at)hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  92. The teal wrap is divine...

    The one thing that i <3 about my valentine is that he is so generous and supportive of my career as an artist, although he isnt 'creatively minded' he believes in what i do.

    I follow you on facebook and subscribe to your newsletter. Much love

    www.facebook.com/KATIEYOUNGART
    www.katieyoungart.com

    ReplyDelete
  93. Love this post!!! WOW, how beautiful is this story. I feel so honoured to wear your jewellery knowing it's made with such heart. Absolutely gorgeous! much love to you my fellow gypsy sistar xx

    ReplyDelete