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April Jeppson: Decorate your space how it makes you happy

I’ve been surrounding myself with items that spark joy and lift my spirits for years. I used to ...

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April Jeppson: The last few weeks of summer are upon us

On my drive to work this morning, I mentioned to my son that it’s almost time for school ...

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April Jeppson: Reflecting on life while at the laundromat

Earlier today I found myself sitting at a laundromat, waiting for a load of towels to finish washing. ...

Columnists

April Jeppson: Spread a positive impact through volunteering

I just read something that said only 23% of Americans volunteer. There has been a steady decline over ...

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April Jeppson: Adults need a village to help out in life, too

A child gets hurt at the park, people go over to check until a parent gets there. You ...

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April Jeppson: Watching her grow up in front of my eyes

I was sitting at the kitchen table talking to my oldest daughter. Emma got home late and was ...

Columnists

April Jeppson: Do what you can to make your community a better place

I’d like to tell you about my friend Sarah. She was raised in Virginia (the state, not the ...

Opinion

April Jeppson: Failing — though painful — helps you grow

When I started working at a hotel, they taught me how to fold towels. I was an adult ...

Opinion

April Jeppson: Dare to do mighty things throughout this life

This week my husband and I had the joy of taking our children to our alma mater. I ...

Opinion

April Jeppson: Watching hard work pay off can be moving

Last week during summer camp, the kids put together a recital of sorts for their parents. During the ...

Opinion

April Jeppson: Don’t go through life living on autopilot

Every Little Thing By April Jeppson I loved spending time with my grandma growing up. We only lived ...

Opinion

April Jeppson: Summer is here; it’s time to make memories

OK, I know it’s not officially summer, but with school coming to an end for the year, it ...

Columnists

April Jeppson: Go to the source if there is ever an issue

I had someone confront me this week. They were visibly upset, and I could tell by the tremor ...

Opinion

April Jeppson: Mother’s Day weekend and planting flowers

My husband just asked me what I’d like to eat for dinner on Sunday. I told him I ...

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April Jeppson: Kind words can be like a ray of sunshine

Every Little Thing by April Jeppson This week started out horribly. It didn’t matter how hard I tried, ...

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