Happy New Year, my friends! The start of a new year is the perfect time to reflect on your story. What story do you tell about yourself, your business, or your cause? Is it clear? Is it compelling? Does it truly … Read More
Ever since I was a kid, I adored stories. My dad read bedtime stories. My mom recited poetry around the house. And I’d love to read stories of real heroes. As I soon realized, every great movement, every powerful mission, … Read More
Have you ever had a moment where life stopped you in your tracks and whispered, “This is it. It’s time”? For me, that moment came like a thunderbolt — the day my mom passed away suddenly from a heart attack … Read More
Have you ever discovered an old ancestor’s photograph and wondered — what was that person thinking about? What was their life like? How did they overcome obstacles? After unpacking and repacking boxes for our upcoming move, my husband and I … Read More
The Day I’ll Never Forget When I was in fourth grade in Mrs. Fogg’s Chicago classroom, each of us had to do a science project. I decided to demonstrate the “cup and paper” trick — showing how a simple piece … Read More
My dad’s health was declining, and I knew I needed to visit him in Florida while I could. When I got to his condo, I noticed my brother and his wife, sitting nearby. I approached them with my blue “Who … Read More