Mount Calvary Firemen’s Parade

By laura / December 3, 2020 /

Life doesn’t always go as planned. The cancellation of the annual Mount Calvary Firemen’s Parade is proof of that. 2020 doesn’t look like we thought it would, but each of us still has something to be grateful for.  This season of life has taught me to slow down and appreciate the little things in life.…

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Club 44 Dedication In Mount Calvary Wisconsin

By laura / November 25, 2020 /

Life doesn’t always go as planned, the Club 44 Foundation is proof of that. 2020 doesn’t look like we thought it would, but each of us has something to be grateful for.  This season of life has taught me to slow down and appreciate the little things in life.  The cancellations and additional time spent…

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Finding Community Is Possible

By laura / November 23, 2020 /

Finding community is hard, but it’s possible. I’m very proud of the community I live in so I decided to hold a FREE rummage sale in June.  Everything was free; although, I accepted donations for the Club 44 Foundation and Mount Calvary Fire Department.  I know someone needs these clothes and baby items more than we do…

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Gratitude Practice During Hard Times

By laura / November 5, 2020 /

Gratitude and the strength to let go. Some days are hard. Some weeks, months, even years are hard.  When I’m in a rut, I remember the beauty that surrounds me EVERY DAY.  I practice gratitude for all that I have in life, especially during the difficult times. I read the daily devotion from Jesus Calling…

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Artist Photographer Refuses Mediocrity

By laura / October 28, 2020 / Comments Off on Artist Photographer Refuses Mediocrity

I love the art of photography. For one, it forces me to be in the present moment.  With camera in hand and the viewfinder held to my eye, the process of photographing opens my eyes to the world around me.  I’m an artist photographer. Secondly, it often forces me out of my comfort zone.  I…

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August Haven Exhibits Local Artists

By laura / August 25, 2020 / Comments Off on August Haven Exhibits Local Artists

August Haven supports local artists. And I’m so grateful they do.  As an artist and photographer, I’m honored to have my work on display at August Haven.  A portion of my Living In The Fog series is exhibited as a gallery wall.  August Haven’s talented designers arranged furniture around my photographs resulting in a warm…

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Fond du Lac Public Library

By laura / August 12, 2020 / Comments Off on Fond du Lac Public Library

What better time than the present to illuminate one librarian from the Fond du Lac Public Library. We’re sharing the Illuminating Women Project online so you can feel inspired. My children and I love books so we visit the public library often.  We are fortunate to have these resources in the Fond du Lac community…

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Organ Donation Advocate Jodi Schmidt

By laura / August 6, 2020 / Comments Off on Organ Donation Advocate Jodi Schmidt

What better time than the present to illuminate advocates for organ donation. We’re sharing the Illuminating Women Project online so you can feel inspired. I’m inspired by all who follow their heart.  Jodi did just that which lead her to organ donation, Jodi is illuminating… Jodi Schmidt Jodi Schmidt grew up in beautiful St. Cloud. …

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Lifelong Learner Mary Ann Winter

By laura / August 4, 2020 / Comments Off on Lifelong Learner Mary Ann Winter

Mary Ann Winter is a lifelong learner who illuminates the Fond du Lac community. We are sharing the Illuminating Women exhibition online so you can feel inspired.  Mary Ann’s persistence and optimism is motivating all who cross her path.  Mary Ann is illuminating… Mary Ann Winter Mary Ann Winter grew up on a small family…

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Support Local Farmers Of Wisconsin

By laura / July 27, 2020 / Comments Off on Support Local Farmers Of Wisconsin

What better time than the present to support local farmers. We are sharing the Illuminating Women exhibition online so you can feel inspired.  It’s important to support local farmers because they nourish our minds, bodies and souls.  Colleen Lubbert of Lubbert’s Farm is doing just that.  She is illuminating… Colleen Lubbert Colleen Lubbert owns and…

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