From the monthly archives: December 2009
This year has held moments of laughter, joy, tears, sorrow and so, so much more.
- I have learned that change is hard.
- Sometimes it is okay to walk away.
- Losing someone you love is never easy.
- Grieving is even harder.
- Old habits are hard to break.
If this year taught me anything, it taught me that I am harder on myself then anyone else could ever know (perhaps with the exception of Colin). Such severe perfectionism will only hold me back. It is time to be open to my own misgivings, mistakes and imperfections.
I have so much more to learn, but before I move into the new year I want to take some time to recharge and reflect. I am going to take this time to sip some tea and soak in all that 2009 has offered. I am going to relish in the moments past and learn to let go of all that holds me back.
It is time for a guilt-free hiatus. One where I can reflect and awaken to all the upcoming excitement, uncertainty and change. It is time to take a break from formal plans, Twitter, blogging, life planning – and take the time to write a love letter, give thanks, take a walk, paint, and simply take in the moment.
Here’s to reflecting, living and loving! See you in 2010.
[Photo courtesy of stillthedudeabides, Flickr]
It never ceases to amaze me how inspirational and driven my dearest friends are. Heatherjean is one such person. I’ve mentioned Heatherjean and her socially-focused, entrepreneurial mission – Proxy Apparel – before in a previous post. It has been humbling to witness her navigate such a life (and world) changing journey, continually standing by her [...]
It never ceases to amaze me how inspirational and driven my dearest friends are. Heatherjean is one such person. I’ve mentioned Heatherjean and her socially-focused, entrepreneurial mission – Proxy Apparel – before in a previous post.
It has been humbling to witness her navigate such a life (and world) changing journey, continually standing by her convictions, only to find herself at such a critical and defining juncture. Read more and join Heatherjean’s journey (@proxybird):
Dearest Friends and Family,
Today is a historical day in the life of Proxy Apparel. As you have all provided me with immense personal support in my efforts to translate Proxy from a dream to an investor ready, scalable business, I write to inform you that Proxy is ready for its debut. I wouldn’t be here without you.
After two years of diligent research and data collection, field visits to cooperatives and completed design and product development, I have created a bootstrapped go-to-market plan that includes the 2010 launch of Proxy’s Spring and Fall signature collection. The signature collection Hummingbirds, designed specifically for Gen Y/X women, features fashion-forward blouses, dresses and accessories produced by women-owned cooperatives in the Americas. As you know I have invested the time necessary to develop strong partnerships with Proxy’s production partners as well as put in place a talented team of individuals to bring this plan to successful fruition. Proxy’s development is the accomplishment of many incredible people.
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