Sally Herre of Decorating Den Interiors possesses a can-do attitude. She is a lifelong learner who teaches us about the importance of serving our local community. Sally is radiant and illuminating… Sally Herre Sally Herre grew up in Fond du Lac and loves living here. In addition to Fond du Lac, Sally has made a…
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Aamla Apparel began as an idea which was simmering in Nidhi’s head for years. Eventually, the stars aligned and Aamla Apparel by NK Creations came to be. In spring of 2022, Nidhi traveled to India to pursue this idea of supporting families and their employment by utilizing her passion for fashion. The pandemic left many…
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The Champagne region of France offers beauty all around. I begin my morning by wandering around the Eglise Saint André Church in Orquevaux, which is located in the Champagne region of France. A genuine smile greets me at the front door as the French language quietly lingers in the air. I only hope to understand…
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I’m passionate about building community through storytelling. Connections emerge each time I sit down to listen and share someone’s story. Storytelling through photography and the written word fulfills my lifelong desire to create work that matters. Meet Latin American artist, Otto Hernandez… Otto Hernandez was born and raised in San Salvador, the capital of El…
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I’m in France so I can build community through storytelling. It may have taken me longer than most to find my true passions, but once I began searching, I realized I was doing them all along. One of my passions is to build community through storytelling. A powerful moment happens when you realize you’re doing…
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Chateau Orquevaux is located in the heart of the French countryside. The majority of my stay will be at Chateau Orquevaux, which is located in the Champaign region of France. After nearly four hours of driving from Charles de Gaulle, I pull up to the chateau just in time to attend the champaign reception. This…
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Mid-morning fog welcomed me to Charles de Gaulle International Airport in Paris, France. After exiting the aircraft, I follow my fellow passengers to baggage claim. Next, I follow the signs which direct me toward my rental car. Hopefully I wasn’t tricked into any unnecessary upgrades due to the language barrier. The language barrier is real…
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International travel looks different than it used to. Luckily, it’s not that different. International travel requirements seem to change on a daily basis so it’s important for me to focus elsewhere. My travel journal is a documentation of my personal experiences through the French countryside and beyond. My parents hug me good-bye after we pull…
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This is Red. Red has been sturgeon spearing since he was a boy in the 1950s. He hasn’t missed a single year on the ice of Lake Winnebago since then. The odds of spearing this prehistoric fish are slim, but that doesn’t deter him. The truth is, Red isn’t too concerned about spearing a sturgeon.…
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My solo travel adventures through France begin today. Chateau Orquevaux is the final destination for today, but a lot will happen between then and now. It’s important for me to begin this travel journal with a grateful heart. This solo travel experience wouldn’t be possible if it weren’t for the support of my incredible family,…
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