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facts: Domestic Violence in #NWARK
So, this month as we look at Domestic Violence in Northwest Arkansas, I thought it was important to share some of the staggering statistics that might just put context to the need for a megaphone. As you read through these, let me challenge you to continue...
love shouldnt hurt
...that's what they say anyway.... It's a quiet Saturday morning and I'm sitting in the dark. Not because I'm scared or worried. But, because I want to. It's a quiet morning and the time of day is something many would say is too late to still be...
what can you do: LITERACY
All month, we've been talking about LITERACY in Northwest Arkansas. (follow #NWArkCares to see the other articles and topics) If you know anything about me, you know I like to find solutions. When I know there is a problem and I can lend my voice to it, I'm...
who is the face of illiteracy?
...it was the topic at lunch this week. Answer: you can't tell. If it is estimated that 56% of adults in AR can only read at a 4th grade level then looking around the restaurant I was stunned to think of the number of people in the room we could be talking...
how hard would it be to shop if you couldnt read?
Ever thought about false illiteracy? I was sitting in a Starbucks earlier this month talking with a friend about reading, literacy and all the things that have been circling my mind this month. We are both in marketing professions and I was struck by...
may we always remember
This morning I got a lump in my throat. The one that comes every year on Patriots Day. The one that I get when I open Facebook or turn on the TV and see the images. It was the Kennedy assassination of my generation. The imagery that takes us instantaneously back to...
books open our eyes to the world
One of my favorite days in elementary school was when the Scholastic book order sheets arrived. I would promptly look at every item, circle the things I was interested in, and couldn't wait to get home to talk to my mom about what I could order. Then I'd sit with...
10 things I’m excited about for #AWBU 2015
sometimes a title says everything your post is about...so, I'll just jump in! road trip to Hot Springs – Paige and I are hitting the road and I’m looking forward to the windshield time. I want to hear stories about being a new mama and hearing about the...
thoughts on packing for a blogger conference
Its time for your favorite Blogger and Influencer conference so read on and find tips about what to pack and how to prepare yourself for a successful conference experience. So, when I get really excited about something, I kinda over plan for it in my mind. ...
What are you passionate about?
I saw a post earlier this week that posted the image below and then asked, “What are you passionate about?” I didn’t think about it too much and quickly typed out this response.“‘I'm passionate about using my life experiences to pour in to others, build community...
Oatmeal Blueberry Bread
This has been a super long week. My grandfather passed away last weekend and I spent part of the week in Texas. And when you come home from a week in Texas, you always come home with a cooler of leftovers. I'm ok with leftovers so that's usually a good deal for me!...
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