This month we recognize AMBER BUSHMANfor her accomplishment and dedication to fitness, motherhood and life! Our Brea, Fullerton, Placentia and Yorba Linda Stroller Strides Team would like to say THANK YOU AMBER for being part of our Stroller Strides family!
1. Who are the members of your family?
The members of my family are Me, Travis (my husband), Henry (our son who is almost 15 months old), and our big dog, Hollis.
1. Who are the members of your family?
The members of my family are Me, Travis (my husband), Henry (our son who is almost 15 months old), and our big dog, Hollis.
2. What is or was your career?
I was a property manager for eleven years before I had Henry. I worked for the 2nd largest commercial real estate firm in the world and I loved the fast pace and all of the responsibility, but I always wanted to be a mom. My career in a nutshell was making sure my office buildings were running well, my team was working hard and having fun, and keeping my tenants and clients happy... it’s not all that different than running a household and keeping my family happy. I am loving being home with Henry every day!.
I was a property manager for eleven years before I had Henry. I worked for the 2nd largest commercial real estate firm in the world and I loved the fast pace and all of the responsibility, but I always wanted to be a mom. My career in a nutshell was making sure my office buildings were running well, my team was working hard and having fun, and keeping my tenants and clients happy... it’s not all that different than running a household and keeping my family happy. I am loving being home with Henry every day!.
3. How long have you been a member of Stroller Strides and what has it done for you?
I joined Stroller Strides almost a year ago - and it was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I moved to CA from Atlanta just over 2 years ago...we spent the 1st year in Manhattan Beach then moved to La Habra when Henry was 6 weeks old. When I joined SS, I didn’t know anyone here except my husband’s (wonderful) family and was SO hoping that I would make friends. Henry and I have made great friends, are exercising at least 3 days a week, and I love being a part of a group of such strong moms!
4. What is something that has surprised you about motherhood?
Ultimately, I have been surprised at how rewarding motherhood is. I thought that there would be some part of me that would want to go back to work by now - that I would be ready for the adult conversations, etc. Maybe I get that through SS, or maybe I don’t mind the baby talk? - but I am not missing my career at all so far - Henry is so much fun!
5. Favorite website(s)?
Amazon, Epicurious, Etsy, Facebook & Kaboose
6. List three current obsessions.
Henry, chai lattes & working on the house.
7. What is your child's favorite thing about you or favorite thing that you do?
Henry is happiest when his dog Hollis and I are sitting on the floor playing with him, and he loves when I tickle him with my nose. He also enjoys being outdoors - so we’ve been playing a lot of basketball, gardening, and running around with Hollis. My husband thinks he likes my homemade food best.
8. Any tips for other moms out there?
I don’t feel like I can tell any of the SS moms anything they don’t already know - this group is really smart and strong and clever as a whole. But if you’re not making use of all of these great minds in one way or another - that would be my tip. Ask questions, get involved, and chat a little after class even if it’s time for naps - the mom network through Stroller Strides is such an amazing resource - use it!
I don’t feel like I can tell any of the SS moms anything they don’t already know - this group is really smart and strong and clever as a whole. But if you’re not making use of all of these great minds in one way or another - that would be my tip. Ask questions, get involved, and chat a little after class even if it’s time for naps - the mom network through Stroller Strides is such an amazing resource - use it!
