Jessica, 30 / owner of Cotton Rainbow
What would your 30 something self tell your 20 something self if you could?
Things happen for a reason. Be patient because when it is right, it will happen.
What do you wish you took more seriously in your 20’s?
My friendships. I lived my life like a spinning top, moving from one new thing to another. I didn’t really stop to appreciate what was in front of me and really work to make those friendships thrive.
What do you wish you took less seriously in your 20’s?
Figuring out what was next. I wish I just sat back and enjoyed the ride.
Favorite memory from your 20’s?
Having my daughter Ella. It was the most incredible day of my life. I have never in my life felt more alive.
In your early 20’s where did you think you would be (work, live etc) by 30?
I thought I would be a successful event planner who had it all. I thought I would be married with a few children and be totally financially stable . I would have the perfect work/life balance and have it all!
And where were you by 30? What did your life look like?
I am exactly where I should be. I turned 30 with my husband Eric and my daughter Ella and my 2 dogs. I am a co-owner of my own business Cotton Rainbow, a children’s gear company. I love being a mom. My road to having a baby was extremely difficult and not one that I would have ever imagined. Looking back, I now realize that it happened for a reason.
Were you ever worried that it wouldn’t all fall into place?
Absolutely! Doesn’t everyone?
What is the greatest gift about being a woman in your 30’s?
Perspective. I have not been 30 for long (yep, a whole month) but I can honestly say that my 20’s were all about the journey.
When you look out onto the horizon. What do you hope your life looks like at 40?
I envision having another child and my business being super successful. I hope to have multiple people working for Cotton Rainbow. I want the office to be super baby and dog friendly and will allow my employees to have a great work/life balance. I hope to have traveled with Eric and Ella. I am so excited to watch Ella grow, learn and discover the world.
What’s a quote/ saying you try to live your life by?
“Treat no one lightly and think nothing is useless, for everyone has one’s moment and everything has its place.” – Pirkei Avot
connect with Jessica / instagram @cotton_rainbow / Facebook / twitter /
365til30.com 