While my family is originally from Arkansas, we moved around quite a bit when my sister and I were young. We spent portions of our childhood in Tennessee, Pennsylvania and Washington as well as obscure places such as Paramaribo, Suriname (Dutch Guiana) and Kingston, Jamaica. Seeing what we often call "third world" or developing nations firsthand - as a child - was an enlightening experience, and you can bet it has affected my world view in a big way. As I grew up, I had opportunities to backpack ... View Post
Spotlight: Women’s Foundation of Arkansas
I've been fortunate to become acquainted with Lynnette Watts and the Women's Foundation of Arkansas and to recently begin serving on the NWA Advisory Council. This is an incredible woman and a fantastic organization - both are deserving of more awareness in northwest Arkansas and beyond. Consider learning more about the WFA and their efforts to "Support Women. Strengthen Arkansas" by attending the upcoming Power of the Purse luncheons scheduled for October 5 (Northwest Arkansas) and October 26 ... View Post
