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Recently, I got talking with a friend about some of our favorite traditions (even beyond the holidays). One of mine, is to tuck holiday cards in our tree. I love how they twinkle against the lights and make me smile when I think of each of the people they represent. What are some of your … Read more
Who would have guessed?! I remember being 16 years old and going to the mall with friends. We would drive 25 minutes there (life of a rural kid) in my 1993 grand prix which had maroon leather seats, stroll into the place like we owned it, and wander and window shop until we’d seen the … Read more
If there was a job description for being a working parent, I imagine it would say something like this: Seeking someone who can: – Simultaneously type on the computer while soothing a sick kiddo – Be the finder of all lost things….before the work day begins – Prioritize work, life, and play! Rinse and repeat. … Read more
It’s that time of year for gearing up for the 2024 keynote speaking season… …and I’m SO excited for what’s to come! I’ve been having a blast receiving speaking inquiries for 2024, connecting with others, and up-leveling the keynotes from 2023. Organizations and people all over desire to be part of creating a Ripple Effect … Read more
So my family is going ALL in with giving experiences versus gifts… It all started when my husband and I gave serious thought to how we try and organize our lives and design them around our goals and values (connection, impact, experience, and joy). Every SINGLE time we talked about this, it circled back to … Read more
For the past couple of years, I have been thinking about how to create good ripple effect alongside other good souls and businesses. A ripple effect that creates momentum, impact, and joy, that also provides a win for the business owner and community. And now there’s a way! Join me Uptown Dairy in Ankeny, Iowa on … Read more
Spreading all the joy! A friend gifted me this sweatshirt and it is the BEST! Ashley Dunkelberger – Thanks for spreading some good ripple effect and Joy! #JoyisMyJob #SpreadingJoy
Great way to “arise” this morning! Loved celebrating at the Count it All JOY event at the Des Moines Ballroom Dance Studio. Tallis Strüb – Thanks for having me to facilitate a joy exercise! #ReadyForFriday #CountItAllJoy
Erin Huiatt with Des Moines Parent – thanks for a joyful lunch (and signed copy of your book)! Cheers to creating good ripple effect and JOY for people in the Des Moines area and beyond. If you are looking for some fun things to do, look no further! #Joyismyjob
Oh wow, this has been a year of podcasts for me! It was fun pulling these together and reflecting on all the awesome podcasts I guested on in 2023. But let me tell you… it has been a learning curve. When I started guesting on podcasts, I had NO idea what I was doing (to … Read more
