The Rescue Mindset: What Caring for Animals Teaches About Life and Leadership
I’ve always had a soft spot for animals. Growing up, our family farm was full of them, and from a young age, I learned what it meant to care for creatures that couldn’t always speak for themselves. That instinct to protect, nurture, and advocate has followed me throughout my life, not just personally but professionally. […]
From Barn to Boutique: Turning Family Traditions into Modern Business Success
Growing up on a Christmas tree farm, I didn’t realize at the time how much it was shaping my future. To me, the barn was just where we kept the tools, stacked the trees, and gathered with family on chilly mornings. The smell of pine and sawdust, the sound of laughter echoing off the wooden […]
The Magic We Make: Why Small Holiday Shops Still Matter in a Big Box World
There’s a kind of magic that lives in a small Christmas shop. It’s not just about what’s on the shelves—it’s about what’s in the air. The smell of fresh pine, the sound of soft holiday music, the laughter of families searching for just the right ornament. That’s the kind of magic you can’t mass-produce, package, […]
When the Barn Becomes a Sanctuary: Finding Peace in Seasonal Work and Simple Spaces
There’s something about walking into a barn just before the season begins. The way the light hits the old wood beams. The stillness in the air. The smell of hay, pine, and dust that’s settled from the months of quiet. For some people, barns are just buildings—practical, utilitarian. For me, they’re a kind of refuge. […]