Edmond’s Mitch Park YMCA

Written on Feb 9, 2014

Last Friday was bitterly cold in Edmond.  In fact it was the 4th bitterly cold day in a row.  So cold that Edmond and Deer Creek schools cancelled classes so students wouldn’t have to walk outside.  So what did practically the entire city of cabin-fever crazed moms and kiddos do?  They swarmed the new Edmond […]

Top 10 Reasons to Support Locally-Owned Businesses

Written on Dec 6, 2013

1. Local Character and Prosperity In an increasingly homogenized world, communities that preserve their one-of-a-kind businesses and distinctive character have an economic advantage. 2. Community Well-Being Locally owned businesses build strong communities by sustaining vibrant town centers, linking neighbors in a web of economic and social relationships, and contributing to local causes. 3. Local Decision-Making […]

Photographing Life

Written on Dec 1, 2013

When I grow up I want to be a really good photographer.  I’ve taken lots of classes and practice from time to time but still I’m pretty hum drum.  Nevertheless I love love love photography.  Specifically taking pictures of families, kids and people in love.  Mainly because the photos catch the moments that make up […]

A Big House with Lots of People

Written on Nov 17, 2013

Awhile back my husband, Craig and I were at each other’s throats.  Nothing major, just bickering all the time.  How two firstborns who like to be in charge with strong bossy and competitive streaks ever got along enough to get married, stay married and start a business together, I’ll never know.  When we’re in the […]

The Farm-to-Table Concept

Written on Nov 6, 2013

I love that you can tell the pride in a community when shop owners promote a Shop Local mindset. While visiting Charleston, South Carolina recently Craig and I were searching for a good place to grab lunch. As my analytical husband always does when out if town, he had to check the trip advisor ratings […]