b'Embrace FailureIt may sound crazy coming from a former perfectionist, but I am not afraid to jump off a cliff. What could go wrong? Everything! But I\'ve learned over the years that that\'s when the learning happens and I can say, "Great!" knowing that this prob-I\'m Alwayslem is about to teach me a valuableCreativebusiness lesson. That\'s been the case throughout as I\'ve worked to develop Upbeat and launch Kidcabooa childrensVisiontransportation solution using heavily-In the real estate journey there arevetted driving nannies and cutting- MADA, which functions as a studio always hills and valleys. I make itedge technology. I\'ve had so manyspace and a boutique carrying con-my job to have an upbeat attitudechallenges and I ran toward them all,temporary and vintage women\'s wear, regardless of the circumstances, andalways with a sense of calmevenis a place where I invite people to cre-to encourage my clients not to givegratitudefor an opportunity to findate. We focus on textiles, so customers up, but rather to see the progressa great solution. bring clothing or home decor items they\'ve made. It\'s the cheerleader andsuch as quilts or wall hangings that performer in me that can keep smil- Rebecca Lock they\'d like to mend or preserve and ing to make everyone feel comfort- we reimagine their purpose. It\'s very able and confident even during theeasy for me to see all the possibilities downturns. Having a client\'s trustwithin a piece and give someone dif-allows me to be proactive and chart aKidcaboo ferent options in that moment. It takes new direction if needed, keeping thevision, creative flair, even flexibility to faith that in the end we will reach ourkidcaboo.com make those ideas come to life. That\'s destination.the part of the process that I love the most. Every project is different and I\'m honored to be a part of each one.Camille Estrella Julia BriggsKeller Williams Mid-Town Direct Realty MADA181 Maplewood Avenue, Maplewood 410 Ridgewood Road, Maplewood973.932.5637 | bshproperties.com @shopmada.us | shopmada.us26/ matters magazine / fall 2021'