We worked right across the street from each other. He was going to grad school at NYU then later worked at Rockefeller Center and I worked for Macy's then at Saks pictured here for Lancome Cosmetics.
On the floor are some of our freelancers standing in the aisles trying to lure people in.
More of the counter with many people working behind it. It was usually sparkling clean when I was there...it better have been, Lancome corporate (no pressure) was right down the street and always stopping by. I have endless amounts of photos from events etc. that I just don't want to bore you with but New Yorkers are some of the hardest workers I've ever run across and man,could they dress!

Ok, so now on to Lyndsey...every time I see her she is wearing some cute funky outfit with her hair done nicely, make up pristine and fashionably funky. She works in the PR industry and part of her job requirement is to be cute at work. Just the rules. It reminds me of the days I used to wear cute fashionable clothes smell nice and shower. Here is a cute photo of her showing up to a regular night at enrichment looking fab! Sigh.......
It's hard to believe I worked for 6 years in cosmetics in three different states. I loved it, worked hard and helped pay some bills. Here is my job now (Sienna was pretty sick, she just layed on my lap like this all night) and I do enjoy it and am grateful for it but I really appreciate all the nicely dressed ladies out there in stiletto's. Maybe someday I'll get there again.....thanks for the reminder Lyndsey and all you other cuties that I know! Hope your enjoying being cute now because one day you just might turn into frumpy mommy like me.... I'll be watching.
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Okay, I LOVVVVE this post.
Oh Sachia, you've spoken my mind. There are so many days that I want feel cute like that again too. Not that we can't be cute (because hello, you ARE....AND, I kinda remember you wearing cute ruffly heels on Sunday too:) ). But yes, the old days.
So fun to see you in your old element! I would never be bored seeing more of this, ever! Fun life you lived then. But honestly, and I'm not just saying this because I'm a mom (cause I've lived a former life similar to yours in the film world)....but I look at that last picture and my heart just melts. You look beautiful and you have that beautiful little girl on your lap who looks to you for everything. You are her world. That is so sweet to me (even though it's TONS of work).
Great post.
Hope Sienna is feeling better! Sorry to hear she is sick.
the whole cycle of life
I echo dana...I love that last pic of you and sienna...mommyhood is a whole different beautiful
What a cute post!! I love the flashbacks. And yes, Lyndsey always looks adorable. How does she do it?? That is a precious picture of you and Sienna. It's challenging and wonderful to have this new calling in life. :-)
Maybe it's because Fallon and I aren't feeling well and that pic pretty much sums up today, but I got a little misty eyed. Seriously awesome post. Being a momma is definitely the hardest and most rewarding job you could ever have. It's not the most glamorous calling in life, that's for sure. But there's no way I would trade it for any amount of parties, expensive dinners, designer clothes (even though I do really miss them sometimes!!!)
Sachia, you are beeeautiful!
You're far from frump girl...loved the the post...everyday I pull out jeans and some ugly shirt and wish I could find something a little more stylish, but what's the point? Gotta love life right now!
Sasha, remember me? Amy Ostler Holme's mom? I was just reading an article that I sent to Amy this morning and then dropped by her list of blogs to see what's new with her friends. See if this will lift you a little. BTW, you are more beautiful than ever.
http://www.mormontimes.com/mormon_voices/tiffany_gee_lewis/?id=7484
You guys are all so cute...thank you for your comments here and privately to my e-mail!!! I am so uplifted and inspired and now misty-eyed myself. Guess the faded shirt I thre on today didn't seem so faded after all this love! Wow, thanks to Amy's mom the the awesome read....you guys should all check it out. Big hugs to you Mama Ostler!
Oh Sachia--I hear ya!! I was just saying the other day that the "former me" (pre-kids) would seriously die if she saw me now. I never went anywhere without my hair done, lipstick, cute clothes and fabulous shoes.
Oh my...how times have changed. Seriously, I was at the park yesterday wearing a shirt that had spit up on it and a few tiny holes. I didn't even notice any of it until I really looked down at what I was wearing. And I am on day 3 of not washing my hair. Who am I?
Sometimes I do miss the days of work parties, vendor/client lunches, concerts/NBA games, and bringing home that paycheck, but I'm with everyone else...that last photo makes it totally worth it.
When I do get that occasional free moment to leave the kids at home so I can do a Target run ALL BY MYSELF...the kids are so excited when I return home. And it's only been an hour. There is nothing that can take the place of that feeling when you walk through the door.
And we can make an effort to be "cute" again when they are older, right? That's what I keep telling myself anyway.
Okay, ditto what Dana said. I miss my exciting life of working with famous guests and influential people, but I wouldn't trade what I have now for anything.
I always tell Steve that I have aged 30 years in the last 2 years! Don't worry though, I am sure when our little bugs are bigger we will restock our closets, get babysitters, and go out more! Love you! And I love your sassy make-up counter hair!
Oh you will always be the fashion queen. I love New York and love the pics. I too long for cuter days. Hopefully more are coming as baby bearing days get further away.
So first about the lancome mascara I SWAER by that stuff...I dont care if its over priced Ive used it for 6 years I think. Hope they never get rid of it. Also were you the only one without a bathing suit. You weren't lying when you said you've been havinf pool get together. Look like a ton of fun, can't wait to be there and see my sister and most of all my cute little neice. She is so big...I wish I could be around more often. Hope fully one of these days we will live right by each other. Love ya sis!!
Jay
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