And So It Begins…

On the eve of December 31st, 2012, I sat on the couch waiting for my husband to finish getting ready for a party. I was feeling run down. The busy, day-to-day stress that all parents experience plus working at a job that left me creatively unfulfilled was taking its toll. I don’t know when I started just “going-through-the-motions” and not enthusiastically embracing life. My dad’s recent and unexpected passing showed me how quickly it can all be taken away. Something had to change! Then and there I decided to launch this blog.

I’m excited by the beauty world–hey, I was a beauty editor for 15+ years in my previous life–and I’m inspired by all things beautiful (a great meal, the feel of the sun on my skin, a faceted stone, a loyal dog…I could go on and on and on).

With the launch of this blog, I’m feeling energized and focused. I’m looking forward to sharing, learning and exploring. I hope you’ll join me on this journey…

-nancy

20 Responses to "And So It Begins…"

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Dayna
February 21, 2013 at 11:34 am

Looking forward to seeing you get your creative juices flowing on this blog, Nancy! Congrats!
-Dayna and Team TPI

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- Nancy
  February 22, 2013 at 6:21 pm
  
  Dayna…Thanks so much! Nancy
  
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Jannette Stern
February 22, 2013 at 5:11 pm

Nanci, I cannot begin to express how amazing this is! I am so proud of you. You are an inspiration to all of us. We all miss your wonderful Dad and clearly he is I am sure one of the motivators here. I will certainly be following you, loved all the tips so far!

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- Nancy
  February 22, 2013 at 6:26 pm
  
  Thank you Jannette! There’s definitely a few kinks to be worked out but I’ll get there. You are so right, my dad was definitely the motivating force here. Life is too short to not just go-for-it. Love to all. Nancy
  
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kristina rinaldi
February 22, 2013 at 6:21 pm

Good luck Nancy-looks great!

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- Nancy
  February 22, 2013 at 6:35 pm
  
  Thanks Kristina…
  Feels good to be back in the thick of things!!! Nancy
  
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Lisa Sabato
February 22, 2013 at 6:38 pm

Love the beautiful blog, Nancy! Congratulations!

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- Nancy
  February 23, 2013 at 1:09 pm
  
  Thanks!
  
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Lisa Weinberg- Abramovitz
February 22, 2013 at 9:47 pm

LOVE! I am looking forward to coming along and learning more! Wishing you the best always. Congratulations
xo Lisa

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- Nancy
  February 23, 2013 at 1:08 pm
  
  Thank you Lisa!
  
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Kara
February 22, 2013 at 10:05 pm

Brava, Nancy! I look forward to following your posts and wish you the best!

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Jenn Wang
February 23, 2013 at 7:26 am

Congratulations Nancy! This looks great. You really made it happen! I look forward to following you.
Xoxo
Jenn

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Lori Welton
February 23, 2013 at 12:06 pm

Nan, you have always been a unique, sweet, trendsetting, creative and special person. I am thrilled to read your blog and experience what a truly inspirational person you are. God bless- and so glad you are doing this. You are already motivating me….xo Lori

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- Nancy
  February 23, 2013 at 1:09 pm
  
  Thank you Lor!
  
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Amy Jackson Rind
February 24, 2013 at 2:01 pm

Nancy, the blog is beautiful! How wonderful to be on this journey with you! And excited to pick up some well-needed ideas and inspiration from a woman who is so beautiful inside and out!

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- Nancy
  February 24, 2013 at 11:21 pm
  
  Amy, your words mean the world to me. Thank you.
  
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Monica Levine Lacks
February 27, 2013 at 9:32 am

Good luck Nancy – this is so wonderful! Isn’t it funny how, as grown women, our dads continue to motivate us so significantly, even in their absence? I don’t think I would be running marathons at this stage of my life were it not for the love and inspiration of my father. When I’m running up hills, I still hear his voice encouraging me, “Come on kiddo, you can do it!”.

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- Nancy
  February 27, 2013 at 7:35 pm
  
  I think it’s that unconditional love, acceptance and their belief that we can do anything that makes us believe, too. Thanks! Nancy
  
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Jackie
February 27, 2013 at 9:13 pm

Best of luck with your new venture Nancy! Your blog looks great and I look forward to reading about all things beauty! I am already planning to run to Sephora this week to get the lipstick you wrote about!

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Kathy Mccue
February 28, 2013 at 4:52 pm

Nanc….This is perfect, beautiful and informative, like you!! Best of luck to you and I am so excited to follow..thanks for sharing all your experiences..

Kathy

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