I won’t assume you’ll cry. But you’ll probably cry. For the past few years I’ve had the privilege of producing a video for the annual gala of the Heart Gallery of Central Texas — a collection of photographs of area foster children who are waiting to be adopted. It’s such a cool project. Professional photographers [...]
In college, I remember walking down the streets of Nevada (nuh-VAY-duh), Missouri, on my way to my internship with the funny little man who did the news at the local radio station. I would look at the doors of the houses and shops I passed, wondering what went on inside, and could I just pop [...]
I’m not being cheeky. I’m so serious. Well, sort of. My husband and I have stopped using soap. Now before you assume we’re stinky hippies (no offense to stinky hippies), let me explain. We read about this dude who ditched soap and shampoo to see what would happen. Now, the first thing you should know [...]
If it weren’t for a horse, my favorite teacher of all-time would have never been born. My fourth grade teacher, Ms. Neill, used to tell a story of how her great-great grandfather was supposed to be on the Titanic, but his trusty steed revolted that day and refused to take him. Horses know things. When [...]
It’s good to know yourself. To own up to the things you always do, or don’t do, that kinda actually really drive you crazy. And instead of going around driving yourself crazy, it takes less energy to suck it up and change. Here are the life-altering resolutions I’ve made — and kept! — in the [...]
Moustache wax. It’s a real thing. You can find it at the grocery store. I don’t need it. (Usually.) But my brother does, for his signature handlebars. They’re serious. He’s a country music singer/songwriter, and I interviewed him about all that matters in life. Watch the interview right here. Special thanks to Rebel Hill Guest Ranch [...]
By Amy | December 15, 2009
I knew I liked Brooke MacFarlane, of Ruby Slipper Designs, when she happily manned my camera for part of my Austin Handmade Market story. Come to find out, she’s pretty awesome all around. She uses half the money she makes selling jewelry to buy cows for people in Kenya. I figured she was worth getting to know a little better, [...]
By Amy | September 24, 2009
“Amy, what do you think about adopting children from foster care?” Well since you asked, I happen to have my soapbox sitting… right… here. Ahem. I’ll never forget when a fellow reporter and I were working in the edit bay at my news station, and she said, “Why would anyone adopt a foster child? They [...]
I think a part of everyone can relate to taking a risk and living your dream. That’s why I love crafters. Whether they do it part-time from their kitchen table or full-time from a storefront, they know what they love to do, and they do it! I also love to craft myself, so, you know, [...]
I think Peter Pan had the right idea; growing up is overrated. Which I believe is why I… never pass up a swing get such a kick out of kids have a soft spot for children’s causes Like, say, getting kids adopted. For four years I had a weekly segment called Forever Families where I featured [...]