Friday, July 18, 2014

a behind-the-scenes photo shoot and a little update ...


blake was invited to a photoshoot for le petit society's latest whimsical safari collection. we rocked up bright and early (8am!!) because he's the least fussy early in the morning! and he was reasonably cooperative!  


"who me? what did i do?" 


we got to meet a few other cuties in the shoot and even got daniel to pose with blake for a few shots! a few days before the shoot, we were meeting up for coffee and out of the blue, robyn (from le petit society) asked me if i'd like to join her team!!!

frankly back then, i was a tad bit reluctant. i had just gotten the first bits of "freedom" (ie blake just started school) and i was SO pleased just running around town doing something for myself. but i felt like i owed it to myself to think about it at least. so i went home with the news and told the husband and a few close friends! they LOVED it! 

it was something i've never done before but am immensely interested in. and all thanks to blake, im constantly browsing websites for craft ideas and kiddy fashion! i even have a girlfriend who made me promise that i'd consult her before i quit!


so with no excuse to turn it down, i accepted the role as pr and marketing director (so grown up sounding!) and i will also be working on their blog (which i LOVE!!!). it has been a month so far and im absolutely sure that it was the best decision ever! it has reignited a part of me that has taken backseat to our family since we had blake. but to breakdown why it's been awesome!

one - i love the people i work with. they are all extremely passionate and dedicated to the cause! i have so much to learn from them! 

two - because we all have kids, we are also ethically committed to provide the safest and best for other kiddos alike. 

three - family comes first. in the company, we aim to be there for our family so even when we have meetings we do so in the mornings while our kids are in school and try to efficiently wrap up before 12noon! the highest volume of emails happen between 9-12, 1-3 and after 7pm! if you're a parent, you know that that's school, nap and post-bedtime so we don't miss out on waking moments with our little ones... and even though its flexi-time, we make up for it by working more efficiently! i LOVE that i don't have to choose between my family and work. 


my first pop up event at zouk!

you can hear more about what happens behind the scenes and updates on le petit society here so this is not me trying to promote what we sell. but i've been hearing a lot of negativity comparing full time working moms to stay at home moms... i don't think there should be any comparison at all. each of them is freakin' hard work in and no one should be given flake for simply trying their very best. 

as always, im extremely very lucky to turn something i started for fun into a career... everyday, im learning a new skill and invigorated by what life has to offer. that, all thanks to you readers... im very grateful and blessed. and there's a lot to be said about a company that aims to provide that for moms that are all just trying their very best!!! im so proud to be part of team le petit society! 

thanks for having me, guys! :) 

xx

18 comments:

  1. Oh wow, what great news! Congrats on your new role and it really does sound perfect for you! How wonderful to find something that you love and which also allows you enough time for family :)

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  2. wow, super news! all those points checked, makes one of the best jobs!
    you'll be great, can't wait to see you roll out more LPS stuff! :)

    - Cayce

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    1. im super excited about it! fingers crossed i live up to expectations!

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  3. This is amazing! They are so very smart for recognizing how awesome you are :) I hope it continues to be fulfilling for you and allow lots of time with Blakie too!

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    1. fingers crossed! it's been a while since i've done something truly inspiring! :) feels like a good thing!

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    2. You're a truly inspiring mom. But now to fulfil the professional version of you!

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    3. oh what i'd give to go back to being "professional" bees with you and kortezzy packing easter baskets in the basement! lol

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    4. I miss those days on the regular! :)

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  4. I just saw this post! So happy that you are loving the job (phew!), and that your family and friends are so supportive because that's really important! On a side note, I'm amazed with how you juggle work, 2 blogs, Blakie and settling into your new home, amongst everything else. Good job!

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  5. Awesome news, and I think you are perfect for the job!!! Love the flexi-work arrangement - I wish I could do it too! Can't wait to see more LPS goodies from you ladies :)

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    1. thanks hon! :) so lucky with the flexi-work arrangement!

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  6. Congrats on the new title! Does sound really grown up and I love what you have done on the blog (spent the morning at work reading.. Shhhh!). Really suits you to a tee!

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  7. Man! I'm late to the news (also shows how far behind I am in catching up with all my blog reading... egad) Congrats and super duper exciting! Woot!

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    1. thanks my love! :) it is still super new news to me! i wake up everyday and am like "woohoo! im going to work!!" hahahahaha

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