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What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?

We asked some of the most inspiring local entrepreneurs and creatives what was bringing them joy and we hope the responses below inspire you to find more joy in your day-to-day life as well.

Stephen Jaye

I have been blessed to have so many positive social interactions. These include going to concerts, group summer vacations and just really in depth discussions. I have had many people just tell me they appreciate talking with me, or appreciate my energy. Read more>>

Kim (Nick) Gutierrez

Being myself again. Maybe that is a cliché answer, but I think I have been able to find genuine joy in being myself. Not too long ago, I was in a relationship that put me in a position where I felt that I could not be my full, authentic self. Read more>>

Katie Spencer

I recently experienced the stress of waiting in an online queue for Paul McCartney tickets. After much anticipation, I purchased three tickets to see my all-time favorite musician with my good friend and boyfriend. I have been listening to Paul and The Beatles nonstop ever since. October 11th can’t come soon enough! Read more>>

Susan Gibbons

My family. I have four daughters, some with significant others, two grandchildren, my husband, and me, plus our dog and two cats. We spend as much time as possible with the grandkids and kids. It’s hard getting everyone together as one daughter lives out of state, but we try as often as possible. Read more>>

Claire Taylor

At work, I read a lot of scripts, pitch decks, applications, ect but with where we are with our submission cycle right now I’ve found some down time to read books! I just finished two, ‘The Nightingale’ by Kristin Hannah and ‘Jesus and John Wayne’ by Kristin Kobes Du Mez. Both are excellent, very different subject matters. Read more>>

 

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