As someone who used to be a broadcast news reporter in a major market, I KNOW you are making a very difficult/ challenging job look easy. You are so very talented & gorgeous. A news director’s dream ⭐️
Wow, that is a lot of work getting ready but you have it all figured out and look beautiful. I used to get up at 4am on the week-ends I worked as a nurse. I would go to my parents home about 2 blocks away and get them breakfast and help Mom change clothes (she had dementia) before my 45 minute drive to work. It was always hard but fun, because Mom would always ask me if my scrubs were new (no) and that I looked nice. That made my day start out well! Good luck with back to work!
I love your new path in life, bringing joy to so many all in the midst of your life taking a journey reroute ! Dominique please go and take a look at my nieces story on Louisiana Public Broadcast LPB she is 14 and is a Louisiana Hero 2024 , her name is Anna Joy Jusselin… with all the negative in the world, it’s amazing to see these young adults making such a huge positive impact on the world. ❤
@@kimwieczorek1879I used to think that and criticized her a little for being in anchor mode on her channel when she could have been enjoying life. Then she got new job and I realized she is enjoying life. She enjoys the work and it is a way to inform and help people at the same time. So kind of like a vocation as opposed to a perpetual vacation if she had just quit doing things to lay around and “enjoy life” 😂 I do love her daily life routine vlogs where she relaxes etc.
This 4h20 am wake-up routine is a big reminder of my 4h30 morning routine for over 30 years of my career as an exécutive assistant. My salary certainly did not match this effort..... Now retired for the past year, my alarm clock is OFF for good.
...Myself as well..... I have NO desire to get up before 7 A,M. ,unless absolutely necessary.... I have raised 3 Daughters, worked almost my entire Life, and I am enjoying n o t " having to get up " and DO SOMETHING on a schedule. Lol..( I'm now in my late 60's) .
That is a brutal schedule! For 10 years I got up at 4:30 to drive 90 minutes to my job at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. After a 6 hour drive home in a flood, I told my husband please move me home to SC. Now the only time I get up at 4:30 is to catch a plane to Paris! Wishing you much success with your new job!!
I lost my mom when I was 31 years old, a time that I needed her so very much. She has been gone about 40 years and I still miss her every day of my life.
My mum has Dementia, Alzheimers. I very new version of my mum. I miss our daily chit chats or just having that unconditional love always. Love you mum. ❤❤❤❤❤
You are so precious and so real, for not only showing your REAL morning routine but to have all the little interruptions in order to record it. Kudos goes out to whoever got up super early in order to film you. You are awesome!
I must say that it is very impressive that you do most of your own hair AND makeup AND prep for the show! Now THAT is multitasking! There is hope for all of us ladies! Well done!! You are a inspiration!
You are ridiculously fabulous! Your routines and "day in the life" videos were how I fell in love with you years ago and they're still my favorites. You make an incredibly challenging morning process look almost effortless! You're more of an inspiration than you'll ever know! XXOO
I been watching you for years now and I still do. Congratulations on your new job by the way you deserve it. Sorry to hear about your mother passing I’m sure she’s so proud of you. I noticed too that all of you at the station get along together especially with the other ladies . Keep up the good work 😊
Backstage, behind the scenes. As a Pro Makeup Artist, this is my world. Thnx for the sneak peak at the prep, it's a lot before the camera's roll. Makeup for both of you looked gorgeous!!❤❤
This was really interesting. I love seeing morning routines. It inspires me. And I particularly enjoyed this because it is different from my routine. But I feel I’ve been lacking some things I need to accomplish in the mornings so this was really very helpful and gave be great ideas. Really enjoyed it
I don’t think any of us realize the preparation that goes into your routine. I think we just think anchors appear on news/talk shows like magic!!! Thanks for sharing your morning. You looked beautiful as always💕
I congratulate you with the spirit you have. So many people feel so tired and fatigued from life challenges and suffering. You faced so many things and still in high spirit. There are so many things to learn from you ❤❤❤
Beautiful as always and you're so organized, Dominique. I love how you can do your own hair and makeup and look gorgeous and professional on-air. Blessings ❤
When I saw your digital clock showing 4:20 a.m., I remembered the many years I got up at that time for a 7:30 a.m. start at my job. Now retired since 2020, I allow my body to wake up naturally, which turns out to be around 7:30 a.m. You amaze me with your energy! I'm glad you are happy!
Sheesh…exciting, gorgeous, empowering, exhausting…makes me think back to your peaceful days of yoga sessions, salon appointments, times on the balcony, coffee chats. I’m not sure I could go full throttle anymore like you’re doing again.
Oh my goodness, YES, what a morning routine!!! Isn't it just so AMAZING how Gods timing works! A few years ago could you have imagined all you have been through and where you are today! You are truly a WONDERFUL inspiration! So VERY thankful for all you do! Much love and blessings to you my friend...
This is so sweet of you to bring us along on this morning routine Dominique! And to include your colleagues as well. You are admirable and inspiring.❤ Thank you.
So sweet that you took everyone’s advice and now double cleanse. Your skin will thank you with all the makeup you have to wear. You look wonderful at your job. Seems like a great group. Hope you will enjoy it for a long time.
I love this "take us along" morning with you! It's so impressive. Don't think I could keep up with this pace at my age but I have so much respect for you. ❤ Thanks Dominique.
I sooo identified with, "I'm not very talkative this early". I literally can't put a sentence together until I have enough java in my bloodstream. Thanks for sharing your morning routine with us-You are amazing my dear!
I’m a retired elementary school principal. My alarm also went off at 4:30 but my finished product was not as glamorous as you! Lol. You’re so gracious to share your “before coffee” self with all of us. I loved the part where a producer is giving statistics about sleep deprivation … to ladies who were up before dawn!
I just love you Dominique ❤️ You just radiate love & kindness. You’re fun to watch! You are like the energizer bunny! I love these types of videos you do! You are just beautiful!
Love how you woke up with us and took us to work with you. Love the look and you were rockin' that blazer. So happy for you in this new adventure. You're so amazing!
Hello there Dominique... I like how you are including your co host in your videos. It makes sense and makes her feel better. You seem to be flourishing in your new phase of life. I am very excited and happy for you because I know that you really deserve it ❤. Take care Be bold and be beautiful !!!
Thank you for taking us along on your morning! The alarm sound on your phone is the same one I woke up to (at 0420) when I was a nurse. Brought back memories! So happy for this new chapter of your life. 💜
This kind of work is intense and a lot of hours of dedication. Thank you for showing us some of it! It is amazing that you have to learn about new stories while putting on makeup (and in your case taping the event as well). You and your partner looked great after all that make up!! Take care. Hope you do get to rest and let your hair down on the weekends!!! "Whew!"
Wow! So interesting! Love seeing this new adventure taking off! And, love, love, love the concept of this new reverting back to Journalism and actual News venture! Thank you!
This was really fun for us. Great coffee cup, you and Fanchon are a perfect combo! I am so grateful you took the opportunity with Dr. Phil. I am now getting SO much help through his Phil in the Blanks podcast as well as Merit Street Media! I am wondering if this schedule has changed your timing for meals and nutrition? Although, as i recall, your not a big breakfast eater so maybe that part hasn't been too disruptive. Thanks again Dominique!
My goodness! After watching that, I feel like I had a cup of espresso! Good thing you’re in great shape and naturally good looking! That is a serious daily schedule! Enjoy watching you and Merit Street Media!
Hi Dominique, After your sharing of night and morning GRWM, I have a new found respect and admiration for you. You are a beautiful person, outside AND inside ❤
WOW! I need a nap just from watching this video! 😂 I was a morning show cohost in radio in my 30’s and know it’s not easy…I can’t even fathom waking up at 3:30-4:00 AM prepared to be seen on TV day after day! I’m 55 now and often wonder how I did it 20 years ago. As much as I absolutely loved it there’s no way I could keep that schedule today. Do you have days where you regret taking on this rigorous schedule at 57 despite looking and feeling incredible? I’m new to your channel and FB page and love it! Thank you ❤
Love you Dominique!💕Can't wait to see if you are planning another hair cut or color change in the works for Summer!!💁♀Love when you surprise us with a cool new 'do... Your salon visit videos with Ceron have always been so fun. I guess new salon in Dallas now😊
I have been enjoying the new Merit Street network and watching you! You are such a natural. I just assumed you woke up looking gorgeous. And you do! I am so happy you are doing what you love.
@@CherylBerryl I looked up Merit street media on line and they have a website that shows what channel they are on for your cable provider. I have DirectTV and it's channel 306.
Love how you use the Velcro rollers to give some volume to morning /2nd day hair ! I’m transitioning from washing my hair everyday to every other day+days . Hope you’re enjoying your new gig at Merit Street ! 💕
I have been on the same schedule and my life changed quickly to start getting up early and work all day. The first year was tough. I have always worked and ask myself how did I do this so easily with an even more rigorous schedule. The greatest part, even though I am married to a great man, is I have peace of mind that I can take care of myself and help pull weight. Also, I continue to learn constantly. Oh, and starting a new job is exhausting in itself. I wish you all the best as a sister that semi-retired and went back.
Dominique you are just amazing and I'm in awe of you LOL.... How you manage to do everything in your life and to do it so well is astonishing. I just have to ask you, is there any part of you that misses your old life? You know, that you we're able to get up leisurely at 8:30 a.m., do your yoga, workout in the gym in your building, have your best friend in the same building.... Just wondering if any part of you misses your old life?. You are simply an amazing human being and I'm so glad you are relishing your new life!!
This is great! Quick question: who takes care of Oscar when you work? Have you hired a dog Walker or someone who comes regularly (maybe you already covered this and I missed it). Thanks for sharing your routine with us!!❤❤
He goes out in the morning to do his business, and then I’m home by lunchtime, so there’s no need for someone to take care of him. It’s no different than somebody who works at 9 to 5 and owns a dog.
Oh I have the same alarm sound (harp)...I used to have this more jarring one that instantly put me in a bad mood...and my waking up is now so much more gentle and pleasant...
Thanks for taking us along with you. I love these morning routines videos! ( I think I prefer Lisa’s peaches skincare routine lol but hey, we are all on different Morning paths) too fun! ❤ ☀️
Ok, you’ve inspired me (again!) - I’m going to sort my sleep out. You look more refreshed at 0420 that I do tipping out of bed at 7 to make it to my desk when I’m working at home.
I absolutely love makeup - everything about it - and not only never leave the house without being made up, I almost always get "ready" with make-up, hair and nice clothes, even if all I'm doing is staying home. I do this because I enjoy the process and the results. And, of course, Dominique, you do it so well and look so beautiful. But I could not help but wonder how late a guy could sleep as all he would have to do it take a shower to be ready for anything. The idea that intellegent, educated, sophistacted, informed and talented women have to spend so much time and money looking beautiful and glamorous to do their jobs is disturbing. And, no matter how much a woman enjoys this process, there is no doubt that it is expected. And this makes me feel uneasy.
A little contradictory given that you said you do it even if not leaving the house. And the men will still wear some make up on TV. I think the make up is a normal part of Dominique's routine, so, like yourself, she's doing it for her, and because (she's mentioned before) the studio lights are brutal, so she will avoid looking washed out
@@samc5877 I'm 76 years old and retired. Some days I put on make-up and cute clothes; dressing nicely and feeling attractive at the grocery store is fun. I don't get up at 4:30 and don't have to do this for my job. I don't have to do this at all. I worked in health care and wore scrubs, had short nails, short hair and no jewelry because that approach helped my efficiency and kept me and my patients safer. Now, some days I play with makeup and some days I don't even get out of my pajamas or wash my face, if I'm not in the mood. Men on TV certainly don't do what women do and probably never give a thought to looking "washed out". But as I watched the video I felt this concern about women pushing themselves to live up to some standard that has nothing to do with anything but their physical appearance. I am not trying to be critical, I just feel concern and certainly an awareness of double standard.
@@samc5877 I do not think she was being contradictory at all. She acknowledged that she enjoys make up and wears it daily, however fact that all of the makeup that female news anchors wear is expected makes her uneasy. So basically makeup is expected in the news industry even for women who don't exactly like wearing makeup the same way she does, whereas men do not have to go through the same rigorous process. Yes, men wear makeup on TV, but I think we all can agree that whatever makeup process men on TV have, it's nowhere near as intense and involved as the makeup process is for women on TV and I also don't think people would say very much if men decided they were no longer wearing makeup on TV. People would probably barely notice, however if women decided they were no longer wearing makeup on TV news, that would probably become a TV news story in and of itself. To me, what she was saying makes perfect sense in that I would be willing to bet if we asked men on TV what their morning routines include it wouldn't compare to women's morning routines timewise and effort-wise by a long shot and whatever extra that is included in the women's process is what is expected of women and that's the part that makes her feel uneasy, as it also does for me. Just a comparison that was made about what is expected of women vs men in TV. You'll see more older men on TV news and rarely do you see anyone on TV news with a little extra pounds but when you do, more often than not it's a man. These are my observations, not the OPs. I can't tell if you're male or female judging by your name, but I'm not declaring a women vs men war. Just a comment about things I've noticed. Have a good one.
@@beautifulsurprise9424 we're all entitled to our own opinions, but describing the difference in male and female TV presenters is the same as comparing males to females in general. I'm sure that I take longer to get ready for work than my male counterparts, through choice. It's a big assumption to say that these women don't enjoy make up as OP does. I appreciate the sentiment, however for this particular TV news anchor, we know she does enjoy make up and getting ready - that's why we watch her content.
I've been watching you for so many years Dominique back to when you were just starting out in your bathroom. And now look at you moving on with your life and your new routine. Best wishes to you my dear.😊
You are truly an amazing woman. I see so much of your mother in you. My daughter’s name is Audrey and she is beautiful and full of life too. You are inspiring to us women when sometimes we are worn down. You give us a pick me up. Thank you for sharing your world with us and I hope you continue to have a blessed life. 🌸🐝
Love your morning routine ❤ gosh not sure if i could cope with 4.30am wake up.😮😊. Thank you for sharing sending ❤ to all. From Rosie O from a sunny warmer Devon, England at last. 🏴 x
Beautiful Dominique ~ Amazing how you have switched it up from having a more leisurely life, and, moving & going back to a full on television career - you are an inspiration!!! 🤩
How fun is that job ! I miss working after seeing this . I am retired after working for a major airline industry. That was fun too ! Blessings to you Dominique!
Proud of you folks who can do this hustle and bustle & hopefully find it fulfilling... it's a hard no for me though. This may be fun 2 maybe 3x a week. I love having my down time, travel time, out with friends on a week night time. After 40 years of working. Thankfully I'm still healthy🙏 I can thank God and good genes for that. Hats off to all of you willing to start a new chapter ❤
I was impressed massively to see the enthusiasm of early morning routine. Being in early 40s , never able to function properly if i dont take at least 6 hr sleep lol. When i was very young i had good energy to wake up like this. But sadly after my stomach ailments , depression its so hard. But i love the feeling of early morning which i never able to function as normal, sadly. Thanks for sharing. Would you be able share your dieting habits if you can.
LOVE LOVE LOVE seeing am and pm routines! I just starting a second job freelancing for a major news organization (you inspired me to dip my old lady toes into these waters!)
I’m exhausted just watching your morning routine. Wow, you’re an amazing multi tasker. I would be half asleep doing it all! You looked gorgeous! Thank you for sharing it with us 💗
Dominique I love that you share your life with us! Loved this video, it put a smile on my face! I know there is a lot of time, energy and sacrifice in each and every video. I want you to know I so appreciate what you do for us, your audience! Much love!! ❤😊
Dominique, you are just an absolute pleasure to watch and listen too! You do an incredibly beautiful job with your hair and make up 🎉🌟🤍 (I’m a hairstylist for 30 years) & LOVE doing my own make up as well. 😊 Just love watching your morning show, along with watching Dr. Phil in the evenings. Thank you for bringing so much positivity and great energy to all of us. I love your cohost too,🎉🤍👏🏻 you guys are a great fit! God’s blessings to you and the MERIT family. Love, Joy from Staten Island NY 😊
Thank you for the inspiration & showing us how you manage a demanding new position while keeping your TH-cam channel fresh. Can you share with us where you got your nightshirt comes from? Keep up the bold & beautiful work!
I love your routine so much ❤️🥰 thank you for sharing it !! It would be great if you could also share soon your updated eating routine since I guess your schedule for intermittent fasting has been quite impacted with your new job 🤗🤗🤗 love from France 🇫🇷 🥰
This was SO insightful 😮 I loved seeing all that you go through.. thanks so much for going through the trouble to film that for us!! Loving Merit in the Morning!! I watch on the app ❤
As someone who used to be a broadcast news reporter in a major market, I KNOW you are making a very difficult/ challenging job look easy. You are so very talented & gorgeous. A news director’s dream ⭐️
Thank you for your kind words! Means a lot 👍🏻
Your perfection as always. ❤❤❤
Am I the only one who is shocked at her having to do her own hair and makeup? 😮
@@danika181263 i think she has always done her own even when starting out. She does a great job. No makeup artist needed lol
@danika181263 I don't think she has to - I believe she prefers to do it herself.
Wow, that is a lot of work getting ready but you have it all figured out and look beautiful. I used to get up at 4am on the week-ends I worked as a nurse. I would go to my parents home about 2 blocks away and get them breakfast and help Mom change clothes (she had dementia) before my 45 minute drive to work. It was always hard but fun, because Mom would always ask me if my scrubs were new (no) and that I looked nice. That made my day start out well! Good luck with back to work!
What a precious story ❤
@@mommabear5059 Wonderful daughter❤
I love that! Thank you for sharing
I love your new path in life, bringing joy to so many all in the midst of your life taking a journey reroute ! Dominique please go and take a look at my nieces story on Louisiana Public Broadcast LPB she is 14 and is a Louisiana Hero 2024 , her name is Anna Joy Jusselin… with all the negative in the world, it’s amazing to see these young adults making such a huge positive impact on the world. ❤
@@cwm5316 absolutely!
I've watched your videos for many years and it is so nice to see you happy and thriving. You inspire so many people, keep up the great content!
But but Life Is Short. She's back to the Rat Race :/ She should just play n have fun and enjoy the remaining years. Work is work still. ❤
@@kimwieczorek1879 Like they say, find a job you love and you'll never work a day in your life. 😊
This is what I call playing and having fun! We all define it differently
@@kimwieczorek1879I used to think that and criticized her a little for being in anchor mode on her channel when she could have been enjoying life. Then she got new job and I realized she is enjoying life. She enjoys the work and it is a way to inform and help people at the same time. So kind of like a vocation as opposed to a perpetual vacation if she had just quit doing things to lay around and “enjoy life” 😂 I do love her daily life routine vlogs where she relaxes etc.
Just watching God, The Holy Spirit and Audrey in action. Brings me to tears ❤️xxx
This 4h20 am wake-up routine is a big reminder of my 4h30 morning routine for over 30 years of my career as an exécutive assistant. My salary certainly did not match this effort..... Now retired for the past year, my alarm clock is OFF for good.
I am exhausted just watching you get ready. Phew!
Same! Could never do that.
...Myself as well..... I have NO desire to get up before 7 A,M. ,unless absolutely necessary.... I have raised 3 Daughters, worked almost my entire Life, and I am enjoying
n o t " having to get up " and DO SOMETHING on a schedule. Lol..( I'm now in my late 60's) .
Me too!
I'm just only in my late 30s and I can't even function if I have to wake up before 8 lol I'm a SAHM with a 3yo son btw and I'm sooooo exhausted lol
me too. WHY I am wondering...
Love the behind-the-scenes footage! True pro, doing your own hair and make-up. You know what looks good on you. Boss babe!❤
That is a brutal schedule! For 10 years I got up at 4:30 to drive 90 minutes to my job at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. After a 6 hour drive home in a flood, I told my husband please move me home to SC. Now the only time I get up at 4:30 is to catch a plane to Paris! Wishing you much success with your new job!!
Mais pourquoi sortir de chez soi avec des bigoudis sur la tête ? 🙁
I adore how unapologetically yourself you are 😌 Your natural beauty shines through in every way ❤️
I lost my mom when I was 31 years old, a time that I needed her so very much. She has been gone about 40 years and I still miss her every day of my life.
Find Jesús and Mother Mary, they love you and are in you and around you ❤
Grief is so hard
My mum has Dementia, Alzheimers. I very new version of my mum. I miss our daily chit chats or just having that unconditional love always. Love you mum. ❤❤❤❤❤
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@@victoriagilliver That must be very hard for you. ❤️
You are so precious and so real, for not only showing your REAL morning routine but to have all the little interruptions in order to record it. Kudos goes out to whoever got up super early in order to film you. You are awesome!
I must say that it is very impressive that you do most of your own hair AND makeup AND prep for the show! Now THAT is multitasking! There is hope for all of us ladies! Well done!! You are a inspiration!
You are ridiculously fabulous! Your routines and "day in the life" videos were how I fell in love with you years ago and they're still my favorites.
You make an incredibly challenging morning process look almost effortless! You're more of an inspiration than you'll ever know! XXOO
I worked until I was 73 years old and used to get up at 4 a.m. Monday through Friday. I would get home around 6 p.m. Please take care of yourself.
Thankfully, I’m home by lunchtime!
Life is short! 👁️🛑
I got up at 3:45 to go to work for 25 years. I was a bus driver. When I retired I was in heaven!!
I been watching you for years now and I still do. Congratulations on your new job by the way you deserve it. Sorry to hear about your mother passing I’m sure she’s so proud of you. I noticed too that all of you at the station get along together especially with the other ladies . Keep up the good work 😊
Dominique looks soooo happy! It's good to see her thriving and loving what she does. She's so good at it! Love her ❤
Wow! You're a great multi-tasker! You put on a full face of make-up while you listen AND talk to multiple people! Impressive.
Especially at that time of morning.
Backstage, behind the scenes. As a Pro Makeup Artist, this is my world. Thnx for the sneak peak at the prep, it's a lot before the camera's roll. Makeup for both of you looked gorgeous!!❤❤
Thank you so much!
This was really interesting. I love seeing morning routines. It inspires me. And I particularly enjoyed this because it is different from my routine. But I feel I’ve been lacking some things I need to accomplish in the mornings so this was really very helpful and gave be great ideas. Really enjoyed it
I don’t think any of us realize the preparation that goes into your routine. I think we just think anchors appear on news/talk shows like magic!!! Thanks for sharing your morning. You looked beautiful as always💕
Too much stress! 🤨👁️🛑
I congratulate you with the spirit you have. So many people feel so tired and fatigued from life challenges and suffering. You faced so many things and still in high spirit. There are so many things to learn from you ❤❤❤
Beautiful as always and you're so organized, Dominique. I love how you can do your own hair and makeup and look gorgeous and professional on-air. Blessings ❤
When I saw your digital clock showing 4:20 a.m., I remembered the many years I got up at that time for a 7:30 a.m. start at my job. Now retired since 2020, I allow my body to wake up naturally, which turns out to be around 7:30 a.m. You amaze me with your energy! I'm glad you are happy!
Sheesh…exciting, gorgeous, empowering, exhausting…makes me think back to your peaceful days of yoga sessions, salon appointments, times on the balcony, coffee chats. I’m not sure I could go full throttle anymore like you’re doing again.
I still don't get why she quit the previous job if she is working again now?
Boy,she put tons of make up on her face
Yeah I don’t care how much it pays, I’m not getting up at 4am for anything
After working so hard for so many years, seems soooo hard to start over.
I thought the same thing! God Bless her-and from evening to morning! At least she has the rest of the day for her personal time.
Oh my goodness, YES, what a morning routine!!! Isn't it just so AMAZING how Gods timing works! A few years ago could you have imagined all you have been through and where you are today! You are truly a WONDERFUL inspiration! So VERY thankful for all you do! Much love and blessings to you my friend...
This is so sweet of you to bring us along on this morning routine Dominique! And to include your colleagues as well. You are admirable and inspiring.❤ Thank you.
So sweet that you took everyone’s advice and now double cleanse. Your skin will thank you with all the makeup you have to wear. You look wonderful at your job. Seems like a great group. Hope you will enjoy it for a long time.
Awesome! Lots goes on behind the scenes for a Morning Show! Thanks for sharing 🥰
Thank you for giving us a sneak peek into your early-morning and how you get ready to go live on air!
My alarm goes off at 4:20 a.m. also and Coffee first! But I think I'm grateful now that I can get ready at home!!!! You're doing great!
I love this "take us along" morning with you! It's so impressive. Don't think I could keep up with this pace at my age but I have so much respect for you. ❤ Thanks Dominique.
You go girl ! Beautiful as always. I’m so glad you are happy!
I sooo identified with, "I'm not very talkative this early". I literally can't put a sentence together until I have enough java in my bloodstream. Thanks for sharing your morning routine with us-You are amazing my dear!
Thanks for taking us along! You both look very beautiful and you are very insightful and entertaining. I've been enjoying it!
I’m a retired elementary school principal. My alarm also went off at 4:30 but my finished product was not as glamorous as you! Lol. You’re so gracious to share your “before coffee” self with all of us. I loved the part where a producer is giving statistics about sleep deprivation … to ladies who were up before dawn!
Audrey is shining down on you and you are radiant!🩷
I just love you Dominique ❤️ You just radiate love & kindness. You’re fun to watch! You are like the energizer bunny! I love these types of videos you do! You are just beautiful!
Love how you woke up with us and took us to work with you. Love the look and you were rockin' that blazer. So happy for you in this new adventure. You're so amazing!
Hello there Dominique...
I like how you are including your co host in your videos.
It makes sense and makes her feel better.
You seem to be flourishing in your new phase of life.
I am very excited and happy for you because I know that you really deserve it ❤.
Take care
Be bold and be beautiful !!!
Thank you for taking us along on your morning! The alarm sound on your phone is the same one I woke up to (at 0420) when I was a nurse. Brought back memories!
So happy for this new chapter of your life. 💜
This kind of work is intense and a lot of hours of dedication. Thank you for showing us some of it! It is amazing that you have to learn about new stories while putting on makeup (and in your case taping the event as well). You and your partner looked great after all that make up!! Take care. Hope you do get to rest and let your hair down on the weekends!!! "Whew!"
That’s what we call a superwoman! Your makeup is gorgeous and your outfit is beautiful! You look great!!! ❤
Wow! So interesting! Love seeing this new adventure taking off! And, love, love, love the concept of this new reverting back to Journalism and actual News venture! Thank you!
This was really fun for us. Great coffee cup, you and Fanchon are a perfect combo! I am so grateful you took the opportunity with Dr. Phil. I am now getting SO much help through his Phil in the Blanks podcast as well as Merit Street Media!
I am wondering if this schedule has changed your timing for meals and nutrition? Although, as i recall, your not a big breakfast eater so maybe that part hasn't been too disruptive.
Thanks again Dominique!
I am glad that you are applying our advice on double cleansing!
Its so nice to see you again and know that you are doing okay. Best to you.
My goodness! After watching that, I feel like I had a cup of espresso! Good thing you’re in great shape and naturally good looking! That is a serious daily schedule! Enjoy watching you and Merit Street Media!
Dominique, you are amazing and so inspirational!
Hi Dominique, After your sharing of night and morning GRWM, I have a new found respect and admiration for you. You are a beautiful person, outside AND inside ❤
I love that you bring so much positivity and love into our world by sharing your life. You are a ray if sunshine my dear ❤️🙏🏻 Blessings 💗
WOW! I need a nap just from watching this video! 😂
I was a morning show cohost in radio in my 30’s and know it’s not easy…I can’t even fathom waking up at 3:30-4:00 AM prepared to be seen on TV day after day! I’m 55 now and often wonder how I did it 20 years ago. As much as I absolutely loved it there’s no way I could keep that schedule today.
Do you have days where you regret taking on this rigorous schedule at 57 despite looking and feeling incredible? I’m new to your channel and FB page and love it! Thank you ❤
Love you Dominique!💕Can't wait to see if you are planning another hair cut or color change in the works for Summer!!💁♀Love when you surprise us with a cool new 'do... Your salon visit videos with Ceron have always been so fun. I guess new salon in Dallas now😊
Such a real, raw and interesting morning in the life of! Enjoyed this!
I have been enjoying the new Merit Street network and watching you! You are such a natural. I just assumed you woke up looking gorgeous. And you do! I am so happy you are doing what you love.
I am wondering how we can view her show? Maybe I somehow missed her telling us?
@@CherylBerryl I looked up Merit street media on line and they have a website that shows what channel they are on for your cable provider. I have DirectTV and it's channel 306.
Yes! Thank you!
Love how you use the Velcro rollers to give some volume to morning /2nd day hair ! I’m transitioning from washing my hair everyday to every other day+days . Hope you’re enjoying your new gig at Merit Street ! 💕
I have been on the same schedule and my life changed quickly to start getting up early and work all day. The first year was tough. I have always worked and ask myself how did I do this so easily with an even more rigorous schedule. The greatest part, even though I am married to a great man, is I have peace of mind that I can take care of myself and help pull weight. Also, I continue to learn constantly. Oh, and starting a new job is exhausting in itself. I wish you all the best as a sister that semi-retired and went back.
the mamacoo would be super cute during the fall with a nude or tan or even tonal outfit! i’m thinking a tan wool coat with that bag!!
Love how you keep it real…😍 So proud of you in all your accomplishments and journey just wanted to tell you.. Your Mom would be so proud…🥰
Dominique you are just amazing and I'm in awe of you LOL.... How you manage to do everything in your life and to do it so well is astonishing. I just have to ask you, is there any part of you that misses your old life? You know, that you we're able to get up leisurely at 8:30 a.m., do your yoga, workout in the gym in your building, have your best friend in the same building.... Just wondering if any part of you misses your old life?. You are simply an amazing human being and I'm so glad you are relishing your new life!!
This is great! Quick question: who takes care of Oscar when you work? Have you hired a dog Walker or someone who comes regularly (maybe you already covered this and I missed it). Thanks for sharing your routine with us!!❤❤
That was my first thought! That's the first thing I have to do after I turn the coffee maker on!
It's probably Courtney
He goes out in the morning to do his business, and then I’m home by lunchtime, so there’s no need for someone to take care of him. It’s no different than somebody who works at 9 to 5 and owns a dog.
Oh I have the same alarm sound (harp)...I used to have this more jarring one that instantly put me in a bad mood...and my waking up is now so much more gentle and pleasant...
I love that Partners in Crime tumbler! 😍☕️
Speaking of crime, should reporters who knowingly lie to the public be prosecuted in military tribunals?
Thanks for taking us along with you. I love these morning routines videos! ( I think I prefer Lisa’s peaches skincare routine lol but hey, we are all on different Morning paths) too fun! ❤ ☀️
Ok, you’ve inspired me (again!) - I’m going to sort my sleep out. You look more refreshed at 0420 that I do tipping out of bed at 7 to make it to my desk when I’m working at home.
I absolutely love makeup - everything about it - and not only never leave the house without being made up, I almost always get "ready" with make-up, hair and nice clothes, even if all I'm doing is staying home. I do this because I enjoy the process and the results. And, of course, Dominique, you do it so well and look so beautiful. But I could not help but wonder how late a guy could sleep as all he would have to do it take a shower to be ready for anything. The idea that intellegent, educated, sophistacted, informed and talented women have to spend so much time and money looking beautiful and glamorous to do their jobs is disturbing. And, no matter how much a woman enjoys this process, there is no doubt that it is expected. And this makes me feel uneasy.
A little contradictory given that you said you do it even if not leaving the house. And the men will still wear some make up on TV. I think the make up is a normal part of Dominique's routine, so, like yourself, she's doing it for her, and because (she's mentioned before) the studio lights are brutal, so she will avoid looking washed out
@@samc5877 I'm 76 years old and retired. Some days I put on make-up and cute clothes; dressing nicely and feeling attractive at the grocery store is fun. I don't get up at 4:30 and don't have to do this for my job. I don't have to do this at all. I worked in health care and wore scrubs, had short nails, short hair and no jewelry because that approach helped my efficiency and kept me and my patients safer. Now, some days I play with makeup and some days I don't even get out of my pajamas or wash my face, if I'm not in the mood. Men on TV certainly don't do what women do and probably never give a thought to looking "washed out". But as I watched the video I felt this concern about women pushing themselves to live up to some standard that has nothing to do with anything but their physical appearance. I am not trying to be critical, I just feel concern and certainly an awareness of double standard.
@@samc5877 I do not think she was being contradictory at all. She acknowledged that she enjoys make up and wears it daily, however fact that all of the makeup that female news anchors wear is expected makes her uneasy. So basically makeup is expected in the news industry even for women who don't exactly like wearing makeup the same way she does, whereas men do not have to go through the same rigorous process. Yes, men wear makeup on TV, but I think we all can agree that whatever makeup process men on TV have, it's nowhere near as intense and involved as the makeup process is for women on TV and I also don't think people would say very much if men decided they were no longer wearing makeup on TV. People would probably barely notice, however if women decided they were no longer wearing makeup on TV news, that would probably become a TV news story in and of itself. To me, what she was saying makes perfect sense in that I would be willing to bet if we asked men on TV what their morning routines include it wouldn't compare to women's morning routines timewise and effort-wise by a long shot and whatever extra that is included in the women's process is what is expected of women and that's the part that makes her feel uneasy, as it also does for me. Just a comparison that was made about what is expected of women vs men in TV. You'll see more older men on TV news and rarely do you see anyone on TV news with a little extra pounds but when you do, more often than not it's a man. These are my observations, not the OPs. I can't tell if you're male or female judging by your name, but I'm not declaring a women vs men war. Just a comment about things I've noticed. Have a good one.
@@beautifulsurprise9424 we're all entitled to our own opinions, but describing the difference in male and female TV presenters is the same as comparing males to females in general. I'm sure that I take longer to get ready for work than my male counterparts, through choice. It's a big assumption to say that these women don't enjoy make up as OP does. I appreciate the sentiment, however for this particular TV news anchor, we know she does enjoy make up and getting ready - that's why we watch her content.
I've been watching you for so many years Dominique back to when you were just starting out in your bathroom. And now look at you moving on with your life and your new routine. Best wishes to you my dear.😊
Whoooooo!❤ I'm tired just watching ur morning routine!
Holy moly... I'm exhausted just watching you! You were meant to be behind a camera!
That was fun; You’re definitely in your element. So beautiful Dominique ❤
Didn't realize you had returned to work. Must be a true passion bc that's alot at 4am.
You are truly an amazing woman. I see so much of your mother in you. My daughter’s name is Audrey and she is beautiful and full of life too. You are inspiring to us women when sometimes we are worn down. You give us a pick me up. Thank you for sharing your world with us and I hope you continue to have a blessed life. 🌸🐝
Glad you actually do your own make-up, you do it so well. Love from Australia.
Love your morning routine ❤ gosh not sure if i could cope with 4.30am wake up.😮😊. Thank you for sharing sending ❤ to all. From Rosie O from a sunny warmer Devon, England at last. 🏴 x
Beautiful Dominique ~ Amazing how you have switched it up from having a more leisurely life, and, moving & going back to a full on television career - you are an inspiration!!! 🤩
How fun is that job ! I miss working after seeing this . I am retired after working for a major airline industry. That was fun too ! Blessings to you Dominique!
Proud of you folks who can do this hustle and bustle & hopefully find it fulfilling... it's a hard no for me though. This may be fun 2 maybe 3x a week. I love having my down time, travel time, out with friends on a week night time. After 40 years of working. Thankfully I'm still healthy🙏 I can thank God and good genes for that.
Hats off to all of you willing to start a new chapter ❤
I was impressed massively to see the enthusiasm of early morning routine. Being in early 40s , never able to function properly if i dont take at least 6 hr sleep lol. When i was very young i had good energy to wake up like this. But sadly after my stomach ailments , depression its so hard. But i love the feeling of early morning which i never able to function as normal, sadly. Thanks for sharing. Would you be able share your dieting habits if you can.
Aww 🥰 Thank You so much for sharing .. the trouble it took has not gone unnoticed 😊 .. you are amazingly awesome as always 🙏❤️
God bless you 🙏🏻 getting up so early and getting ready yourself no makeup artist or PA helping you. You are amazing ❤❤
Watching you in the mornings… You are the best! Sending love hugs prayers and a daily dose of encouragement. ♥️🙏🏼🌹🦋👍🏼
What an amazing video! You're fantastic at multi-tasking. Great to see you thriving Dominique 😊.
LOVE LOVE LOVE seeing am and pm routines! I just starting a second job freelancing for a major news organization (you inspired me to dip my old lady toes into these waters!)
Dominique, I respect your hard work, grit, and determination. Thank you for sharing your life with us. You inspire me every day.
Amazing, you’re a true professional and you can tell you love what you do!
I love how your natural beauty and love for your amazing life show up in the smile on your face, after one sip of coffee, good morning world🙏😘
In the last few videos, you appear so undeniably happy! And it is such a joy to see you being so happy, Dominique! ❤
Wait, where’s breakfast!?! 😁😉 I’ve watched you for years and love all that you share. Such a fierce and genuine breath of fresh air.
I’m exhausted just watching your morning routine. Wow, you’re an amazing multi tasker. I would be half asleep doing it all! You looked gorgeous! Thank you for sharing it with us 💗
Thank you so much!!
Thanks for taking us along to see the behind the scenes process of getting ready for the show.
Your empathy and warmth is truly inspiring to us working professional women, dear Dominique Sachse.
Dominique I love that you share your life with us! Loved this video, it put a smile on my face! I know there is a lot of time, energy and sacrifice in each and every video. I want you to know I so appreciate what you do for us, your audience! Much love!! ❤😊
Yes, to the double wash. The first wash removes the makeup and the second wash washes the skin. 🙂
Dominique, you are just an absolute pleasure to watch and listen too! You do an incredibly beautiful job with your hair and make up 🎉🌟🤍 (I’m a hairstylist for 30 years) & LOVE doing my own make up as well. 😊 Just love watching your morning show, along with watching Dr. Phil in the evenings. Thank you for bringing so much positivity and great energy to all of us. I love your cohost too,🎉🤍👏🏻 you guys are a great fit! God’s blessings to you and the MERIT family. Love, Joy from Staten Island NY 😊
Thank you for the inspiration & showing us how you manage a demanding new position while keeping your TH-cam channel fresh. Can you share with us where you got your nightshirt comes from? Keep up the bold & beautiful work!
Dankeschön für diese Einblicke ,immer wieder super...😊
I love your routine so much ❤️🥰 thank you for sharing it !! It would be great if you could also share soon your updated eating routine since I guess your schedule for intermittent fasting has been quite impacted with your new job 🤗🤗🤗 love from France 🇫🇷 🥰
This was SO insightful 😮 I loved seeing all that you go through.. thanks so much for going through the trouble to film that for us!! Loving Merit in the Morning!! I watch on the app ❤
Please, please can we have an updated daily workout routine?
Thank you for all you share. It is so appreciated. ❤
I love your new home and am so happy for you and all the new blessings you have!
Thanks for taking us along! Love to see you in action.