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Mary Lyon Dawson

Los Angeles

I am a writer, photographer, boutique owner who loves the Lord and enjoys living the small town life in big L.A.

Interests: Jesus, the Bible, church, women's ministry, people, writing, photography, social media, event planning, fashion, home décor, gifts, trends, jewelry design, foodie, hospitality, fun, Chatsworth, Montrose, Los Angeles.

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Ransomed And Rich

“The ransom of a man’s life is his riches, But the poor does not hear rebuke.” Proverbs 13:8 It can be easy to read a Proverb and miss the meaning. This is such a verse. After asking, researching and praying the message is quite simple and something to rejoice over.... Continue reading

Posted Dec 10, 2021 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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When Your Faith Offends Others

What does Jesus say about those who say they know Him yet don’t? In these verses He is speaking to the ones who are “religious” but yet are offended by Him and His followers. Here’s what He said: “These people draw near to Me with their mouth, and honor me... Continue reading

Posted Aug 27, 2021 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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How To Get Rich

Wealth, position, popularity, and eternal youth are highly prized in the world system. Especially in Los Angeles, a world wide destination with movie stars, Hollywood, and all that goes with it. People can look really good on the outside but underneath the exterior so many seeking these things find themselves... Continue reading

Posted Jun 7, 2021 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Forever Faithful

My morning routine: Rise. Walk. Word. When I went to bookmark my Psalm for the next day to my surprise I was finished! How could it be? I have been dwelling on it’s verses for a year now. I don’t want it to end. And then it hit me! MY... Continue reading

Posted May 8, 2021 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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How Is That Working Out For You?

”For my yoke is easy and my burden is light” Matthew 11:30 SIMPLE. Simply. Simplicity. One thing we can all agree on is that this pandemic has changed our lives. Things we used to do we have been prevented from doing. In some cases it’s like a burden has been... Continue reading

Posted Feb 8, 2021 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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I have been reading through and dwelling on Psalms since the pandemic started but these last few days I detoured to Matthew. I wanted to reread what Jesus said about the last days. And there it was... THE PARABLE OF THE TEN VIRGINS I wasn’t planning on that. But it... Continue reading

Posted Nov 10, 2020 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Under The Pepper-Berry Tree

Perhaps you feel the same way I do. aka “WHAT A WEEK!” “WHAT NEXT?” “WHAT IS HAPPENING?” I have embraced the last 2 1/2 months of the “stay at home” order. It’s the first time in decades that I could go at my own pace, not having to be somewhere... Continue reading

Posted Jun 1, 2020 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Think Before You Speak

”They speak idly everyone with his neighbor; With flattering lips and a double heart they speak.“ Psalms 12:2 Treasure, wisdom, and God’s ways are embedded in the Psalms. As I sit in a quiet place at home during this time when the whole world has been told to shelter, what... Continue reading

Posted Apr 13, 2020 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Where Do You Put Your Trust?

“Command those who are rich in this present age not to be haughty, nor to trust in uncertain riches but in the living God, who gives us richly all things to enjoy.” 1 Tim 6:17 Imagine being born rich! To parents with money, a big house, a successful business, and... Continue reading

Posted Jun 10, 2019 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Las Vegas Gift Show 2019

Our January trip to the LAS VEGAS MARKET begins very early in the morning. It's so much easier to fly out of Burbank which is closer to home and less crazy than LAX. It always fascinates me to board the plane outdoors. The one hour flight goes by fast and... Continue reading

Posted Feb 6, 2019 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Are You Blessed In What You Do?

”God bless you!” ”Blessings!” Blessed. I hear this word tossed commonly around. Especially when someone sneezes… like really loud. Then they get a really BIG “God BLESS you!!! But what does blessed really mean? We are studying the book of James in church right now. This morning I am dwelling... Continue reading

Posted Dec 3, 2018 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Be Thankful Women’s Fellowship

What a welcome sight after a busy couple of days! It’s time for our BE THANKFUL Women’s Fellowship and Lynda has the room beautifully decorated and ready for guests! One by one the women arrived. After a relaxing time of visiting we began with an amazing warm pumpkin cider and... Continue reading

Posted Nov 17, 2018 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Bear Valley Springs Getaway

It's always a treat to visit our dear friends in Tehachapi, the land of four seasons. A scenic drive north and through the Mojave desert takes us about two hours. Upon arrival we shared this enjoyable cheese platter. The green grapes pictured were picked fresh off the vine and unlike... Continue reading

Posted Sep 1, 2018 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Pasta Tasting With Scott Conant At The Ponte Beverly Hills

Those who know me well know that I am a major foodie and that my FAVORITE food in the world is PASTA. And to take it a step further if I had to pick my absolute FAVORITE pasta it is hands down PASTA POMODORO. My friends also know I LOVE,... Continue reading

Posted Apr 12, 2018 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Apple Farm Getaway

It’s time for a mini vacation! A scenic drive three hours north of home where this lovely patio awaits us. We are dining Creekside and it’s in the 40s! As you can see not too many people are as adventurous as us. Praise the Lord they have heat lamps! We... Continue reading

Posted Mar 12, 2018 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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SHOP Montrose & Treat Yourself To A Mani Pedi

How long has it been since you scheduled some "girl" time? After being on my feet all day at our store in Montrose, it was a welcome gift when my sister offered to treat me to a mani-pedi. We decided to check out the new nail salon that's right in... Continue reading

Posted Mar 6, 2018 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Fun at the LA Gift Show!

January is shopping time for Mountain Rose Gifts. As soon as Christmas is over we are in the car or on a plane getting ready to buy for the coming year. In addition to shopping many show rooms it's fun to check out the displays. Rest assured the neutral palette... Continue reading

Posted Jan 25, 2018 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Montrose Tree Lighting!

The amazing Montrose Christmas tree is just steps from our store REVELATION TOPS! Check out this one minute video and feel like you are in a Hallmark movie! And look at the giant, festive tree! So proud of my husband Dale who designs and organizes this event each year! Continue reading

Posted Dec 7, 2017 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Lunch & Christmas Boutique At The Sportsman's Lodge

This was the famous hangout of Clark Gable, Katherine Hepburn, & John Wayne! Today it's a popular filming destination and host to fabulous events. Dale and I enjoyed being invited to represent our stores REVELATION TOPS and MOUNTAIN ROSE GIFTS at a women's meeting & luncheon. Want to see what... Continue reading

Posted Nov 14, 2017 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Today’s blog is a bit of “therapy” for my soul. It is the longest blog I have ever written. Now that I have some time to relax I feel the need to recount ALL the many intense things that happened in one week! Praise the Lord for a glorious beginning!... Continue reading

Posted Nov 6, 2017 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Pumpkin Fellowship! A Mini Retreat

Last night we enjoyed a Women's Pumpkin Fellowship at church. It was a night to take a break from our daily lives, enjoy the Fall season, share a candlelight dinner, and relive the fabulous women's retreat some of us attended in September. It's nice to relax and converse while waiting... Continue reading

Posted Oct 28, 2017 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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I keep coming back to this verse: "One person pretends to be rich, yet has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth." Proverbs 13:7 The word that keeps throwing me is "pretend". Why would you pretend to be rich? You either are or you are not. What... Continue reading

Posted Sep 15, 2017 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Are You A Plotter or Promoter?

A common theme throughout the book of Proverbs is contrasting the difference between the wicked, those who do not honor God, and the wise, those who do. In studying chapter 12 a clear contrast is given: THE WICKED These are described as continually plotting. They spend their time thinking of... Continue reading

Posted Sep 1, 2017 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Fun At The Montrose Film Festival

Once a year every August we stay late in Montrose to watch a movie under the stars. We met at our store Revelation TOPS which is all ready for Fall, Cali style. That means a new transitional color palette in lightweight fabrics because it can be rather warm here. Check... Continue reading

Posted Aug 24, 2017 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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Who Is Right? How To Tell

"From the mouth of the righteous comes the fruit of wisdom, but a perverse tongue will be silenced." The lips of the righteous knows what finds favor, but the mouth of the wicked only what is perverse." Proverbs 10:31-32 Have you ever been in a situation where one person is... Continue reading

Posted Aug 18, 2017 at Small Town Life In Big L.A.

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