Dan, Ellie and I on a hayride
Life behind the scenes at ZEN Lounge Boutique
There are three things you can almost always count on in my life: someone needs a ride somewhere, there’s a Loungefly bag calling my name, and I’m probably running on coffee.
Welcome to my world! 💜
If you’re new here, hi! I’m Naya, the woman behind ZEN Lounge Boutique, a small business built on my love for Disney, collecting, finding incredible deals, and making people smile.
I’m also a mom, a registered nurse, a travel nurse, and apparently a professional highway driver at this point.
Seriously. The amount of time I spend in my car should qualify me for some kind of frequent-driver rewards program. Preferably one that pays for gas.
⚽ Life Happens on the Soccer Sidelines
My youngest after a soccer tourney.
There’s something special about being a soccer mom.
The early mornings, the folding chairs, the chilly sidelines, the water bottles that somehow disappear, and the excitement of watching your kid run across that field.
It’s chaotic, sometimes exhausting, and absolutely worth it.
Being a mom has always been one of the biggest parts of who I am. And no matter how many things I have going on, I want my kids to know that I’m showing up for them.
Sometimes showing up means rearranging my entire schedule. Sometimes it means a ridiculous amount of driving. Sometimes it means answering boutique messages between games or mentally planning my next live sale while sitting on the sidelines.
And sometimes it means putting the phone away and just being Mom.
Because these are the moments I don’t want to miss.
Ellie and her pumpkin
🚗 If There’s a Highway, I’ve Probably Driven It
Mount Shasta, California
Let’s talk about the driving.
Between Washington, Oregon, and California, I feel like I’ve seen enough of Interstate 5 to write my own travel guide.
As a travel nurse, my life has taken me away from home for work, but my heart is still very much with my family.
That means a whole lot of miles.
I’m talking hundreds of miles, coffee stops, beautiful scenery, random shopping adventures, and occasionally wondering why I thought driving this far was a reasonable idea.
But here’s the thing: I actually love the adventures.

I’ve explored the Oregon Coast, wandered through San Francisco, visited little shops, and discovered places I probably never would have seen otherwise.

And because I own a boutique, you already KNOW I’m stopping at TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Disney outlets, and anywhere else that might have something fabulous hiding on a shelf.
Some people collect postcards from their travels.
I collect Loungefly bags.
We all have our hobbies. 😂
Curated Halloween mystery box for Palmstreet
🎒 The Loungefly Obsession That Became a Business
What started as a love for beautiful, collectible Loungefly bags turned into something much bigger.
ZEN Lounge Boutique.
I wanted to create a place where collectors could find bags they love, discover something unexpected, and enjoy shopping without feeling like they’re just another transaction.
Because let’s be serious—there is something ridiculously exciting about finding that one bag you’ve been searching for.
The sold-out exclusive.
The character you absolutely adore.
The bag you missed when it first released.
Or the one you didn’t even know existed until you saw it and immediately thought, “Well, I obviously need THAT.”
I’ve been there. Many, many times.
And now I get to share that excitement with other people!
Between working as a nurse, raising my family, traveling, and sourcing inventory, I’m constantly looking for new ways to make ZEN Lounge Boutique something special.
Not just another place selling merchandise.
A little community of people who understand that sometimes happiness really does come in the form of a tiny backpack.
Lincoln City, Oregon
💎 Have You Met My Gemsters?
One of my favorite things about this business has been the people I’ve met along the way.
I call my customers Gemsters, because they’re the real gems of ZEN Lounge Boutique.
And I mean that.
When you run a small business, every order matters. Every person who shares your live, tells a friend about your shop, or spends part of their evening hanging out with you is helping build something real.
That’s why I love live selling.
It’s not just about buying a bag.
We laugh. We chat. We talk about Disney, our lives, our latest finds, and whatever else comes up.
Sometimes things get a little chaotic.
Okay, sometimes VERY chaotic.
But that’s part of the fun!
🎁 Come Find Us on Palmstreet!
Catch @ZEN_Lounge_Boutique live on Palmstreet.
Shop magical Disney pieces and iconic Loungefly bags—curated live by @ZEN_Lounge_Boutique.
https://palmstreet.app/u/ZEN_Lounge_Boutique?pr=yxLKmh5x
If you’ve never joined me on Palmstreet, I would absolutely love for you to come check it out!
Palmstreet is a live-shopping app where you can hang out with sellers, discover unique merchandise, and shop in real time.
At ZEN Lounge Boutique, you’ll find:
• 🎒 Loungefly mini backpacks and wallets — including fun finds, exclusives, and collectible favorites.
• 🎁 Mystery boxes and surprise shopping experiences — because who doesn’t love a little mystery?
• 💎 ZEN Gems — our special rewards that make select live-shopping experiences even more exciting.
• ✨ Disney-inspired treasures, accessories, and collectibles — thoughtfully sourced for my fellow collectors.
• 💜 A welcoming community — where you’re invited to come hang out whether you’re shopping or just stopping by to say hello.
And here’s something I want you to know.
You don’t have to buy anything to be welcome.
Seriously.
Come chat. Tell me about your favorite Disney character. Show me your latest Loungefly obsession. Laugh with us when I inevitably lose track of what I was saying.
I love having people there.
Of course, if you happen to fall in love with a backpack while you’re visiting, I won’t judge you.
I’m probably the one who bought it in the first place because I fell in love with it too. 😂
💜 Building Something Between All the Other Things
I think one of the biggest misconceptions about owning a small business is that you have to have everything figured out before you start.
You don’t.
I’m figuring it out as I go.
Some days I’m a nurse caring for families during one of the most important moments of their lives.
Some days I’m a mom cheering from the soccer sidelines.
Some days I’m driving hundreds of miles with a coffee in one hand and a playlist keeping me company.
And some days I’m surrounded by Loungefly backpacks, packing orders, planning mystery boxes, and dreaming about what ZEN Lounge Boutique could become.
Most days?
I’m doing a little bit of all of it.
It’s messy. It’s exhausting. It’s exciting. And sometimes it’s downright overwhelming.
But I’m building something that’s mine, something creative, and something I hope will grow into a business my family can be proud of.
I don’t know exactly where this journey will take me.
I just know I’m not done dreaming.
✨ Come Along for the Ride!
Whether you found ZEN Lounge Boutique because you’re a Disney lover, a Loungefly collector, a mystery box enthusiast, or just someone who enjoys supporting small businesses, I’m genuinely glad you’re here.
Thank you for supporting this little dream of mine.
Thank you for cheering me on.
And thank you for reminding me that even in the middle of soccer games, long drives, nursing shifts, and everyday chaos, there’s room to build something wonderful.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I probably have a coffee to grab, a highway to drive, or a Loungefly bag to photograph.
Possibly all three.
See you on Palmstreet, Gemsters! 💎💜
🛍️ Find us on Palmstreet: Search for ZEN Lounge Boutique and join our next live show!
🌐 Shop online: www.zenloungeboutique.com
With love, caffeine, and a whole lot of Loungefly,
Naya 💜
Founder & CEO, ZEN Lounge Boutique

P.S. If you ever see me at a soccer field with a Loungefly backpack full of snacks and shipping supplies, mind your business. I’m multitasking. 😂
