Dance
As things on the job become more engaging, I’m more energized and driven to pour more of myself into my work. As a result, I have the urge to break…
Sing
My role at work’s been really engaging lately. My role on the board of the business resource group with which I’m involved is really engaging as well. I recently completed…
Lovin’ the Loop
With all the custom T-shirt orders I’ve placed through Baked T’s lately, and because they require in-person design consultations for all in-store orders, I’ve made a lot of trips to…
My First St. Louis CITY SC Match
With only five matches left in the regular season, I was finally able to attend my very first St. Louis CITY SC match. Currently ranked #1 in the Western Conference,…
Represent
You may not believe me, but since its release on Amazon Prime on Friday, August 11, I've watched the movie Red, White & Royal Blue a total of 115 times.…
Great Forest Park Balloon Race and Balloon Glow
It’s an annual event like no other. Ever since moving to St. Louis over 26 years ago, I’ve known of the Great Forest Park Balloon Race and the Balloon Glow…
The Hug
Lately, it feels like folks are passing away at a greater frequency than they did in the past. However, I’m guessing that may simply be because I’ve become more aware…
Iowa City, Here I Come!
The intersection of South Clinton Street and Iowa Avenue in downtown Iowa City is one of my favorite spots. The stretch of South Dubuque Street between Iowa Avenue and East…
Changing My Focus
I habitually focus on the negative, instead of the positive, in the endless 24-hour news cycle we live in today. In the moment, it leads to continuous thoughts of doom…
Chihuly in the Garden at Night
The Chihuly in the Garden exhibit at the Missouri Botanical Garden is even more spectacular at night. The glasswork is beautifully lit, and after the sun sets, it takes on…