Friday, November 22, 2013

My Life: July - November 2013

I've embarked on a journey, where we'll go, I don't know.
But this is what I've been looking for all these years, I'm happy to give it my all.
God if this is part of your plans, I know you are good to me.

It started with every woman's biggest #firstworldproblem.
And a fairy godmother I met almost 3 years ago...

And talent.
Despite the age of typing, carpel tunnel still exists for some.

Blossomed an amazing partnership.
Through mutual need, respect, and strengths.

And slowly garnering supporters.
One by one.

Led to the point where we were ready to share our designs with the world.
Scared, nervous, excited.

And we found the perfect space, Guardian Angel included.
We love you Steve. You'll never read this, but thank you.

But it isn't all fun and games -- but long hours, lots of heart, and a healthy dose of masochism.
Love of learning, challenges, and the unknown. My assistant laughed at my box sketch... sads.

Including gutting a warehouse, renovation, and construction to make way for a showroom. Buying furniture. Track lights. Fitting room. Conference space. My mind is boggled.
Stop looking at me as if I have the answer to laying polished cement flooring, I can barely understand the technicals in English, and you want a coherent solution from me in Chinese?!?!

And visits to suppliers. Factories. Infuriating development steps for the most minute details.
Being nice will get you nowhere. Being sweet, maybe.

Looking at our whole collection, we know that we should be proud of ourselves... but it doesn't mean much yet until these clothes get onto some bodies.
Thus, self-medication via vino.

Only a few more days...
I can't wait!