Wall Crawl
I recently spoke at the Mid States Conference and Cheyenne McGriff was in attendance. She shares the following story with us about a project they’re doing in Wall, SD. Deb, It was wonderful to see you yesterday. Thank you again for your inspiring words. I am actually meeting with someone this afternoon to discuss creating…
What Happened One Day in LA
The Western Association of Chamber Executives came together in LA and for the first time ever, they spent an entire day with the opportunity for small chambers to learn things that related specifically to them. Small Chambers: A League of Their Own. I started the breakout session as a speaker and shared ways to update…
I Quit My Job
My brother called me and said “Did you quit your job?” I answered him “Sure did. If not now, when?” I’m the Executive Director of the Webster City Area Chamber until March 24. It’s been four years in this position and I’ve come to love this town I live in. I’ve met amazing small town…
2017 Three Words Prelude
Each year I share three words that indicate the path I’m taking. Last year I chose Rise, Secure, Link. Looking back, I have done those things. I continue to rise in my path to provide value to those who want it. I’m secure in who I am. And I’m a connector, I work hard it.…
Obidos, Portugal
Oh-bee-dush is how it’s pronounced. It’s a walled city in the countryside of Portugal. It’s name probably came from the Latin oppidum which means city or citadel. There are about 14,000 residents in this small town and the citadel sits atop the area. It was built originally as an early Roman settlement and has…
10 Days in Europe with a carry on suitcase
I told my friend she was nuts to think I was going away for ten days with only a carry on bag. And a small duffle. That’s it. That was the challenge Keri gave me. Then Becky said I could do it, and should do it. Why did I need to lug around all that…
Well Rounded Life List
I wrote one three years ago. It said: Increasing my physical wellness spending time with my mom and my family becoming financially sound exploring my misfitness volunteering travel I can say that I’ve been doing these things. The most rewarding was spending time with my mom – I was blessed to be able to be…
Sunday Update: Back to Business
I missed you all last week. It’s a busy time in my life – both personally and professionally. This blog’s intention is to write about small towns and small businesses, and my interaction with them. I’ve partnered with Becky McCray and started a business, SaveYour.Town, where we help small towns grow. I also am the…
Sunday Update: Drink from your own cup
I know it’s Monday. I wanted to wait and write this after my pottery class and after my check in call with Randi. This week has been a time for reflection, creating self care habits and drinking from my own cup. One practice I put into place this week was the one of noticing, in…
Sunday Update: Selfish?
Things are getting better. Slowly. This week has been a week of getting healthier and looking at being kinder to myself. Because if I don’t be kind to myself first, I can’t possibly be kind to anyone else nor expect anyone to be kind to me. After years of being the caretaker I’ve finally realized…