Below are links to some of my favorite published stories.


Use summer break to get ahead on immunizations
(An article published in the State Journal-Register)

Tara Houle’s 5-year-old son, Jarek, has big plans for his future.
When asked about the upcoming school year, he says, “I’m going to kindergarten. Then I’m going to college to play football, basketball, baseball, hockey and soccer.” (Click here to continue reading.)


Sharon Stidham shares Irish dance with Springfield  
(An article published in the State Journal-Register)

Sharon Stidham’s feet and legs cross and kick with incredible speed and elegance as she moves around the black and white checkerboard pattern dance floor of her studio. (Click here to continue reading.)


Before heading overseas, visit the doctor  
(An article published in the State Journal-Register)

Most travelers know it’s a safe bet to avoid tap water when they are visiting foreign countries. However, not all travelers think to follow this advice to its logical end. (Click here to continue reading.)


How to avoid embarrassing Christmas photos  
(An article published in the State Journal-Register)

Look at the website Awkward Family Photos. You’ll see there is no shortage of fun to be had at the expense of others and their baffling thought processes regarding what makes a good family photo. (Click here to continue reading.)


Roller derby queens: Springfield gets its own league  
(An article published in the State Journal-Register)

Wearing a green Oscar the Grouch T-shirt, April Weller — known as “Hollyweird” at roller derby practice — cruises around the rink on 17-year-old roller skates, artifacts from her teen years. (Click here to continue reading.)


Trauma victims connect to their bodies with specialized yoga  
(An article published in the State Journal-Register)

In yoga, the breath is used as a way to center the body and mind. A yoga instructor will ask participants to focus on their breath as they gently move from position to position. (Click here to continue reading.)


Wood bat league gives players another crack at baseball  
(An article published in the State Journal-Register)

On the first day of summer, the late-afternoon shadows grew long over the batter's box as players from the Springfield Rush and Springfield Pallys took their turns at bat. (Click here to continue reading.)