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I’m a day late, but hopefully not a dollar short…

As much as we all wish we didn’t, it’s all too often we take our loved ones for granted. Unfortunately, I’m no different. On the website and throughout my blogs, I’m often saying how thankful I am for my amazing friends, customers, and family, but there’s a group of people who don’t get nearly enough attention.  That’s my staff.  It’s weird even calling them my “staff” since I consider each of them a dear friend and part of the family. There’s been much ado about how exciting Bryant Park was for us, but you haven’t heard about how thankful I was for their contribution! What an oversight!!

The girls are each so amazing, and I can’t thank them enough for believing in me and helping promote the jewelry. They were so reliable, responsible, and fantastic to work with that they each brought a special spark to the event.  We had Mara, who I’m not sure can be encompassed by words, because her personality is larger than any description I could write.  With her witty responses and built-in sarcasm, she made a cold day warm with banter putting everyone around her at ease.

Cecilia, a.k.a. “fire hazard”, will hopefully read this in good humor knowing her mishaps with the heater were also one of the most endearing aspects of working with her.   She is smart, headstrong, and always responsible (senza heater, of course).   Her strong sense of self paired with her demure story-telling always made for a great afternoon of learning about her Colombian history and world travels.

Michaela, a friend who stepped up to help in my time of need, was quite a life-saver. With a jam-packed work and social schedule, she always found time to help me close on Saturday nights and come in weeknights after work.  Luckily, I don’t think it put too much of a hamper on her Sunday football watching, though!  A fun-loving gal with a salty streak, Michaela’s truly a friend you know you can count on…

And speaking of friends you can count on, I haven’t forgotten Alexis, Sindia, or Michelle.  Alexis is a friend from college who also stepped up to help me fill any gaps we needed.  Originally from Florida like me, I watched her suffer on the verge of frostbite and never give in to the cold.  Her perseverance was unbelievable, and she was always so chipper.  Her smile is contagious while she makes it know she won’t be crossed… I just love her!

My, oh, my… Sindia. Where does one begin? Who knew when I met her two years ago, I’d have a great friend, and a third arm I couldn’t live without?  She’s truly the multi-tasking woman everyone wishes they knew.  Sweet but firm. Open but politely reserved.  Fun, optimistic, loyal, and persistent.  She’s just fantastic, and I don’t know how I could have created the Bryant Park shop without her.  She worked absolutely tirelessly, and I can’t thank her enough.

Last but not least, while Michelle wasn’t at Bryant Park, I know she was in spirit.  She is our liaison, eyes and ears to the office during events.  Thank you for being the modern woman who balances work, life, and kids while giving it all you’ve got… we love you for it!

So after another long-winded blog, sadly a day late, I close with a final “thank you” to all my wonderful friends, family and customers I’ve written about this week.  But today, I dedicate a special “thank you” to my amazing girls.  You’re my friends and family… Thank you for everything!

XX, Wendy

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