Turning 40 is a milestone that invites reflection, gratitude, and a renewed sense of purpose. Today, as we celebrate Chantelle’s 40th birthday, we’re also celebrating the journey that helped shape Nuggles® into what it is today — a brand rooted in faith, family, intentional fashion, and a whole lot of learning along the way.
Here are 40 lessons from 40 years, gathered through motherhood, entrepreneurship, faith, failures, victories, and everything in between.
40 Lessons from 40 Years
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Faith makes the impossible possible.
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Obedience often comes before understanding.
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Growth rarely happens in comfort zones.
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Family is always worth choosing first.
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Small beginnings can lead to big callings.
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Prayer is the best business strategy.
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Consistency matters more than perfection.
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God cares about the details — even in fashion.
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Listening is more powerful than speaking.
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Hard seasons produce strong roots.
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Quality always outlasts trends.
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Modesty is a confidence, not a limitation.
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Integrity builds brands that last.
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Success means serving others well.
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It’s okay to start before you feel ready.
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Mistakes are teachers, not failures.
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Rest is productive.
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Your story matters more than your résumé.
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Community changes everything.
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Gratitude multiplies joy.
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God’s timing is always better than ours.
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Motherhood is the greatest leadership training.
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Patience builds what hustle cannot.
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Excellence honors God and customers.
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You don’t have to follow every trend to succeed.
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Kindness opens more doors than talent.
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The right people make hard work lighter.
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Stewardship matters more than speed.
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Fear shrinks when faith grows.
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Celebrate progress, not just milestones.
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Calling often looks ordinary at first.
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Your past prepares you for your purpose.
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Customers become family when you serve with heart.
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Humility protects success.
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Vision keeps you moving forward.
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Trust grows when you walk through uncertainty.
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Thank God often — out loud.
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Joy is a choice, even in business.
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Dreams don’t expire at 40.
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The best is still ahead.
A Celebration of More Than a Birthday
Nuggles® was never just about skirts and dresses. It was built on a desire to serve women with clothing that reflects dignity, quality, and timeless beauty — and to build a business that honors God, supports family, and blesses others.
As we celebrate Chantelle today, we’re also celebrating every customer, team member, and supporter who has been part of this journey. Thank you for walking with us.
Here’s to the next chapter — full of faith, growth, and beautiful things still to come.
Happy 40th Birthday, Chantelle 🤍