by April Allman | May 27, 2021 | Sisterhood, Wellness
Jessica Dunleavy, 37, and Michelle Black White, 53, of the Junior League of Louisville (JLL). Jessica: “We had daily calls that touched our core — she became someone I could trust.” Michelle: “Our conversations helped to digest the experience of the [Racial Equity]...
by April Allman | May 20, 2021 | Sisterhood, Wellness
Tamika Gidron, 40, and Rozella Durham, 60, met each other working at Rivers Edge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Tamika: “She supported me [at first] without even knowing me.” Rosie: “She still says some smart things for a young one!” ...
by April Allman | May 12, 2021 | Sisterhood, Wellness
The friendship of Deon Stokes, 39, and her real estate agent Marci Wilson-Bates, 50, grew during the laborious process of securing the perfect home for Deon. Deon: “She showed me 120 homes — and still wanted to be my friend!” Marci: “I just love this city,...
by April Allman | May 6, 2021 | Sisterhood
Friends Kisa Hoeltke and Renee Reithel started a podcast called Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed that is dedicated to engaging in difficult conversations about race in America. Renee: “I learned a lot despite a bit of discomfort. But, if I don’t lean in, I’ll never...
by April Allman | May 4, 2021 | Healthy Choices
The right type of relationship can be a powerful force in our lives. In my experiences with people, I have realized relationships are centered around the three tables we commonly occupy: personal tables, professional tables and social tables. At an early age, I...
by April Allman | Feb 25, 2021 | Heart Health, Wellness
“…Often I think of my [heart] donor and my donor’s family,” says Melissa Pipes. Melissa Pipes, 55 When Melissa Pipes was in her early 40s, her heart began skipping beats. Her primary care doctor did an EKG, which came back abnormal, and that...
