Profile
Makaia Carr
In one or two sentences introduce yourself…….
I am wife to Jason, Mum to Jana-Lee and Gabriel, the eldest of 6 sisters, netball and basketball player and the brand new National Retail Manager at Max Fashions
What’s your biggest project going on now?
Trying to achieve the perfect balance in all aspects of my life
What do you spend your days doing?
Tending to the family, working with the FAB people at Max, tending to the family, going to the gym/playing sports (in that order!)
Where’s your favourite place in NZ?
Wellington – I live in Wellington and love the cool “vibe” this city generates – when the wind stops the weather can be amazing! I have a soft spot for my home town in Taranaki too.
What’s your favourite tipple?
Bubbles to celebrate, Sav in the summer and Pinot in the winter
Who inspired/or continues to inspire you most in your life?
My Mum! She is an incredibly hardworking and resourceful woman who helps me put many things into perspective
What’s the latest thing downloaded to your Ipod?
Everything – P Money
What’s your biggest weakness?
Chocolate – I cannot resist it!
If you weren’t doing what you are doing now you’d…
Definitely involved in the fashion industry in some way or instead of catching this early morning flight be tucked up in bed with my hubby and kids
What are you reading?
Jodi Picoult – Plain Truth
What is your idea of perfect happiness?
Being on a summer beach holiday with a big group of friends and family, BBQ cooking, music, loads of food and wine
What is your greatest fear?
The safety of my children being compromised
What is your greatest extravagance?
Travel – family holidays or shopping trips to the states with hubby
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
The size of my 2 front teeth
Finish these sentences:
It really irritates me when...
People drive slow in the fast lane!
I just love it when….
My kids smile at me and come over for a big hug
Thanks for being a Woman We Love Makaia!