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So we are so excited to welcome our next guest, Perry Bathard. She is the founder of Perry Bear. And if you're in Austin, I know you've heard of it. It's a multi-channel retailer that she has. And she'specializing in women's clot So please help me welcome her to the show. Thank you. We are so excited to have you with us today. Guys, Perry is just a superstar. She is not only the owner of Perry Berry in Westlake, w Everyone'shot there, and they t But she's also a mom of five. And I think the first question that I would And now we have the holiday season upon us as well. Well, as far as the pandemic goes, we, The they are cozy and soft, and they offer comfort. And I kind of took the approach that if I buy it, they will come. So I'maybe one of the only retailers that didn't immediately start canceling orders. We also have a super loyal clientele base. I've been in Austin for 25 years, and I've been in the Westlake community for close to 17. And so those people are just coming in and buying gift cards. And I just really wanted to keep some of these local businesses alive, and that was amazing. So appreciative of that. And also a testament to just your service to the community and the way you're working with people and just bringing great products to the people in your community. And you've been able to do t It's a big, big business. And talk a little bit for those at home listening, looking to thrive and grow in their own spaces. What are some tips that you might have as to stay in business and how you are able to stay inspired? Well, I t I mean, no business is easy. Not You have to be just completely committed to your brand, to what you're doing, and you really have to enjoy it. It is. Man. Yeah, I know. It'so incredible. I mean, talking to you and seeing the success of your business thriving in the pandemic, I just keep feeling, I hear t Girl, you've got a lot of grit and you have so much grace on yourself. I mean, you have to have grace as a mom of five. And you have some top sellers for the holidays season as well. Can you please share with us some of those? Yes. Of course, it's been super fun t People are wanting to dress up and they want to go out and they want to look pretty and they want to look cute. And so we've been selling lots of color. People are loving color right now. They are loving sparkle, pretty t I'm so excited for the sparkle. Of course, what I'm kind of known for here are my soft and cozy t Another t We are selling beautiful Palo Santo room fragrances. T It's called Olive & M. It's an olive oil based skincare line. And then of course at the holidays, we're selling lots of jewelry. People love pretty bling, pretty accessories. But it's been a different, And it's just been, it's been very different and it's been fun to see. It's down the road from my house. And I did want to mention one more t And I would ass I wanted to mention how she doesn't only give back to her community, but Perry is one of the most giving persons back to the schools and anyt Perry, before we go, can you tell our audience how or where your shop is, the address and I'm not sure if you're online as well. But if you are, you could share that as well or where they could find you on social media. Yes. So our physical location is in Rollingwood, w The address is 2805 B Caves Road. A lot of people know us because we're in the same shopping center as Trader Joe's. We are also online, PerryBerry. com. We have a more current showing of what's in the store on our Instagram page. And that's also PerryBerry. com. You've got to check her out. Head over to PerryBerry's and on the website, Shop Online too. Well, before we wrap the show today, we're not quite finished. We are going to end today with your entertainment news. Mill Power is here with the Eastside.