Supermom

TAYLER LANDRY

SUPERMOM

By Liesel Schmidt

As the owner of Evolve Studio, Tayler Landry knows well the meaning of balance and dedication. While her work in running two locations requires a different type of both, Landry’s home life requires balance and dedication to her family: three little ones and a husband who all depend on her to keep things running smoothly.

arried almost a decade to her husband Justin, Landry loves

Mthe life they share with their children, ages seven, five, and one. “My kids are full of life, adventure, and personality,” says 35 year-old Landry. “Estelle loves to dance, Jude is working on becoming a star soccer player, and Gabe loves his food more than any child I've ever met. We call him the one-year-old foodie. My husband and I love to cook, be outdoors and active. My husband also teaches classes at the studio although he has a full-time career in real estate development with Stirling Properties. We try to do everything together as a family, as crazy as it can be sometimes, because we know moments together are precious and time moves way too fast!”

With so much on her plate, Landry naturally faces challenges in getting it all done. “Being a working mom means long days and even longer to-do lists,” she says. “My businesses are like my fourth and fifth children; and as a business owner, work never stops. In most jobs, leaving for the day is when the workday ends. My work starts the second I open my eyes and ends when I go to bed. My clients are like family, as well, and I am always there for them. Over the years, I have had to work on balancing work, kids, and homelife very intentionally. Time management, planning, organization, and boundary setting have helped me be successful in finding the best balance possible. Still, it’s a daily learning experience as my businesses and kids grow. I never stop, but I like it that way!”

As busy as her day-to-day is, Landry feels that what she’s doing is enriching not only to her life, but to her children’s, as well. “My kids are always with me,” she notes. “I pick them up every day from school, I cook breakfast for them every morning and dinner every night—all of which I ensure are healthy and balanced options. Those are very important things to me. My kids should not suffer because my job or career does not allow me to give them the things they deserve. They see and notice how hard I work for them, and this is teaching them valuable life skills. I believe they are learning drive, motivation, accountability, discipline, and that it is possible to be both a wonderful mother and a successful business owner. And as a fringe benefit, they are learning about healthy choices and lifestyles by witnessing my business operations and what they offer. You should not have to choose between a life passion, work life, or your family. I believe it is all possible, and I know they will feel the same by growing up in a household like ours.”

As the three little people in her life get older, Landry wants them to always know how important they are to her and remember what she has taught them. “I want them to remember that I've shown them anything is possible,” she says. “No goal is too high. You can go so much further than you imagined with hard work and determination. I also hope they remember that we always had fun. I dance with my kids, sing songs when they eat dinner, and play music as loud as we can in the car with the rule that everyone must sing. I hope they remember those little moments of fun.”

Landry also has a lot of special traditions with her children. “My daughter and I love to cook together. At age seven, she can chop vegetables, cook herself an entire meal, and will often make breakfast for the family on Sunday morning. I also coach my son's soccer team, which has become pretty special. At night, I always tuck each child in, and we say a prayer together, after which I always bless them on their foreheads. They will not go to sleep without being blessed. This was a tradition my mom started, and I have continued it with my little ones.”

As she has watched them grow and change, Landry has learned a great deal from her kids. “They’re all so different,” she says. “They have taught me how to relate and parent each one of them based on their own unique personality and spirit. This has helped me to recognize the uniqueness in others as well during my daily interactions in life. They have shown me how to improve my interpersonal skills and truly connect with people in ways that are meaningful to them. My daughter has shown me how to always see the bright side of things with her lively spirit, my son has shown me compassion and empathy with his tender soul, and my youngest has taught me that a genuine smile can light up a room, so always choose happiness. I am so grateful for each of them.”

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