To the Moms in the Cafeteria

To the Moms in the Cafeteria

A few weeks ago, my son’s elementary school held its annual “Muffins with Mom” event in the school cafeteria. It was my fifth, I think—not including that one year I missed because of a business trip. (How could I forget that guilt?) On my ride to...
I Am Intersex and I Am Here

I Am Intersex and I Am Here

“I am one of the two percent.” That is a statement you wouldn’t have heard me say a few years ago—mostly out of fear and shame. You’re probably wondering, “Two percent of what?” Well, I’m part of the approximately two percent...
Welkom to Tulip Time

Welkom to Tulip Time

I’m a Zeeland native—and while it may not be Holland, I was still raised on the tulips, elephant ears and wooden shoes of Tulip Time. Not to boast, but I even got half days of school because half of the student body was performing in the festivities anyway....
5 Reasons My Heart Belongs in Cannonsburg

5 Reasons My Heart Belongs in Cannonsburg

Cannonsburg, Michigan. Have you heard of it? It’s OK if you haven’t. It’s a small community northeast of Grand Rapids. Some may say, “If you blink, you’ll miss it.” It really is that small. Sure, you can drive through it quickly,...
Entrepreneurship Is a Way of Life

Entrepreneurship Is a Way of Life

If you’re outside the business world, you may never have pondered entrepreneurship. If you’re inside the business world, you may never have considered it as a philosophy of value to daily living. It is! In my work with Michigan Women’s Foundation to...