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There’s nothing more human than telling stories, and at sundays there are plenty to share. sundays stories is where we share the inspiring tales and perspectives from our diverse and incredible community. From our staff to our clients, we believe that everyone has a unique story to tell, and we can all learn something from each other.
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The Gift of Thoughtfulness #4
The most special present that I ever received was my dog. Struggling from only child syndrome, I wanted a dog my entire life. After begging my parents for years and hearing “no”, they finally agreed to get me my dog for my 10th birthday. Don’t forget to share yours too! Visit our website and submit through our portal or handwrite your story of thoughtfulness in your studio and share on our holiday tree! Because the most memorable gifts are those that were thought out.
Rachel Hope
(@theconcreteblonde)
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The Gift of Thoughtfulness #3
Out of all the beautiful and heartfelt gestures of love and care my husband expresses towards me each and everyday, one of my favorite is this day when I was unwell and while I was asleep, he prepared a fancy meal for me and I woke up to a dining table decorated with superb food.
I feel love is the best gift one can give and we should not shy away from expressing it.
Deepika Verma
(@makeupmagiqueblog)
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The Gift of Thoughtfulness #2
When my youngest daughter was 11, my husband passed away very suddenly. He was at the animal rescue league to adopt a dog when he collapsed from a blood clot to his heart.
Financially we were fine for awhile but the one thing I did not want to change in my daughter’s life was her life with horses. She has ridden since she was 6 and I was determined to not have to sell her horse because I felt that was her therapy in dealing with her new life. I eventually had to sell my engagement ring, wedding bands and anniversary gifts to pay her horse’s board.
Last year i turned 60 and for my birthday my mom and two brother’s and their wives gave me a diamond necklace. I have cherished my necklace everyday and never take a moment of my life for granted.
Karen
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The Gift of Thoughtfulness #1
“Winter is my favorite season. Not only because of how beautiful it is, but it also reminds me how long it has been since I left home for this new city, and how much I miss everything back there. My Mom and Dad are typical Asian parents that never verbally say they love me, even the day I left for NYC. But, they say it other ways. Last Christmas, it’s a pretty funny story actually, my mom mailed me a big box. Inside the box, there was no note or letter or fancy gifts. It was full of food and chocolates – even though she knows I can buy these chocolates in any supermarket here. But, it still meant a lot to me. It is my most memorable gift because I know, that’s how they say I love you. It took a while to finish all the chocolates. To me, it felt like I was eating more than just chocolate, it was the love and bravery I needed that would help keep me going in this foreign city.”
Jason Tai
sundays team member
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=”sunday_story_col” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”10954″ img_size=”full”][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]I always wanted to come to New York to do acting and music, but my parents are pretty strict about education, so I had to get my Associate’s Degree before I could come here. I took Advanced Classes in Middle School, so by the time I was 18 I had my Associate’s Degree and was ready to move to New York to study Performing Arts. Since then, I’ve worked a bunch of different jobs, while always working on my music and acting. It can be pretty hectic, pretty busy. I might go straight from my day-job to the music studio, work there all night, and then go to work the next morning. Taking care of yourself is really important, if you don’t do that you can’t be creative. Self-care, taking care of your emotions, that will help everything pan out. I used to not take days off, but i realized that doesn’t work for anybody. I recently booked a feature film with a major film studio, so I’m moving out to LA in a couple days. It will be my biggest project to date. It’s really exciting. The older I get, the more comfortable I am with not knowing what’s going to happen – I know I’m on the right path, I just have to make sure I’m open to all the opportunities.
Anie Delgado @anie_delgado
singer/songwriter, actor and sundays team member
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Cori Cohen @bellyblissful
Dietitian/Nutritionist and sundays client
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1537794351586{padding-right: 70px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;padding-left: 70px !important;}” el_class=”sunday_story_section2″][vc_column][vc_row_inner el_class=”about_main_heading”][vc_column_inner el_class=”sunday_story_col” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”10956″ img_size=”full”][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]“I moved to New York from China eight years ago. I wanted my three boys to have the best future and the best education possible. The education system back home can be really difficult for kids, and school here is much better. They like it here a lot, I do too. I started working at sundays last year, I’ve worked in other salons where there were a lot of strong smells from the chemicals… but here it’s better. It’s better for my health and my body. I can feel it. When I’m not working, I like to spend time with my boys. Sometimes we’ll stay home, or go somewhere nice when the sun is out. I love to visit Coney Island and be by the water, my sons love swimming there too. I like to cook, but with three boys it can be a lot of work (and mess), so I’d rather go out to eat with them. My favorite thing to eat here is shrimp and lobster – seafood of course!”
Coco
sundays team member
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Giovanna
sundays team member
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Diana
sundays team member
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Saya
sundays team member
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Blanca
sundays team member
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Liz
sundays team member
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