by Sue Hodgson –
It’s a New Year and why not have a PJ photoshoot! As you’ll have seen over the past couple of years, we partner with local clothing stores for our monthly First and Last Word photos. It’s a great opportunity to showcase the variety of beautiful clothing available on the Saanich Peninsula. But behind the scenes at Seaside Magazine, it’s also just so much fun! These days I think you really need to find ways in business and life to uplift each other, and add a little laughter. As you can tell in this photoshoot we did just that, and as always Janis Jean, our incredible photographer, has captured the magic.
You might notice in this first issue of the year that we have made some subtle design changes. Not many, but just a few special touches here and there. Every fall we get together as a group, and share our ideas for the year to come. We consider which columns are working, what stories need to be told, and what design changes are needed. Then our Creative Director, Leah-Anne, dives right in with her creative genius and helps us achieve our very best. I love the act of collaboration. I firmly believe that in order to create something amazing you have to work together for the greater good, and at the same time you allow everyone to have an opinion. You don’t always have to agree but it’s so important that everyone feels heard. It’s simple really!
Michael Jordan once said with regards to the success of the Chicago Bulls: “Talent helps you win games, but working as a team and being smart are what wins championships.” So when the Bulls celebrated their championships with confetti falling all around, it wasn’t just Jordan holding up the trophy. It was a team that trusted each other and had a common goal. They proved that in the world of sports, just like in life and work, a team is stronger than one person. And that’s how a new story about teamwork is written.
I love my team, and I feel so grateful every day that they have been committed to the same shared goals as me for so many years. I look forward to another wonderful year ahead and anticipate sharing many new stories about our community.
Happy New Year!
Seaside Sue
Photo by Janis Jean Photography. Clothing provided and styled by Lily Pad Lingerie, Mattick’s Farm.
