We had a chance to chat
with the most influential women of this bay area to listen to their sharing
about the difficulties in raising children and working. About you, do not
forget to show love to your mother.
Lucy Barnes - Director of Anthony's Diamonds company, is living
in Puerto Banus with her husband now - Peter, daughter Lily and two dogs Cookie
and Coco.
Let’s describe an ordinary day of
you?
I get up at 6:00 am, make
breakfast for everyone, take the dogs walking, take my daughter to school and
drive 30 minutes down to the bay, go to Anthony's Diamonds shop. In the
afternoon, I drive back to school to get my daughter. The secret is if you
really like your job, everything will become easy.
What is your happiest thing
when becoming a mother?
I must admit that the best
thing of mother is the kiss of loved daughter. Lily always brings me a feeling
of perfect happiness and always be ready to laugh with me.
How can you balance
motherhood and your business?
I must admit I had a very
difficult period when I had to look after my baby, but my love for my favorite
things has helped me to determine to make everything come true. I also want Lily
to be proud of me, she is my motivation to strive every day.
Have you never felt the
difficulties in being a mum?
Generally, it's the most
memorable time, I always struggled up and down with work and being a mum, but
in general, I love to be mother and will give up everything to fulfill that
role. In addition, my husband Peter also helped me a lot that I do not feel
surprise and my father, Anthony Barnes - Director of Anthony's Diamonds also has
an important role in my life through his love for his niece.
What do you like to do to
relax?
In free time, I like to gym
and walk along the beach with family and dogs. I also like to pamper myself a
little (as other women), I allow myself to enjoy the simple treatment of my
best friend Jemma of The Gallery At Home, she can help people to relax and be
comfortable.
How can your daughter
inspire you?
It is wonderful to watch
her grow each day. She loves
jewelry and interests in diamonds, so I guide her in detail with a hope that she
will become an expert in jewelry as her mother. It is really a great job with
new inspiration every day and work with beautiful things.
May you share the ideal
model of a mother that you want to reach?
I do not usually think
about this, I just want to be myself and do the best for my daughter and
family. Though I appreciate the mothers who are busy with work, that is
actually a very difficult role, but the rewards of business will not be equal with
happy family.
What tips do you have for the
housewives?
I cant give detailed advice
at all, I just want to say that everyone has their own option. With me, I love my
job and can not stay home forever, except for Sunday.Haha.
What is the most memorable
memory of you?
The most memorable memory
is when I saw my daughter are fascinated with diamonds on the table, feeling
very proud at that time.
What is your plan for coming
“Mother's Day”?
Relax and enjoy a breakfast
in bed - hope so.
