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Reflections From The Chair (opens the original)
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Reflections From The ChairTED talks focus on ideas worth spreading, but The Chair reminds us that our personal, lived experiences are where practical wisdom actually lives. Sitting down with Michael Jackson felt less like a formal interview and more like an honest, open conversation about navigating life's shifts, building resilience, and reconnecting with authentic purpose.We rarely get the opportunity to sit down and talk through the chapters we’ve navigated, the practical choices we've mad
Taking the Stage: One Person, One Chair, One Real Story (opens the original)
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Finding Our People: Bold Color, Big Hearts, and the Spirit of the Southwest with Steven Rodriguez (opens the original)
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There is a distinct magic that happens when creative paths cross.Back in 2023, at a Visual Art League of Lewisville event, I found myself sitting outside the Lewisville Grand Theatre during a concert, chatting with a fellow artist. At the time, I was still fairly new to sharing my work, I had been painting abstract florals in acrylic, letting myself explore without overthinking. I certainly wasn’t expecting anyone to fall in love with my abstracts.But then I met Steven Rodriguez.With an open hea
Artist Interview: Ron Singleton (Realism Artist - Oil Paintings) (opens the original)
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Ron Singleton is an oil painter based in Flower Mound, Texas, whose photorealistic style is deeply influenced by artists like Norman Rockwell. Driven by a desire to capture fleeting moments and transport viewers into his scenes, Ron favors the forgiving nature of oil paints to bring his subjects to life. His artistic journey began in his youth, drawing rock stars with the goal of achieving a black-and-white photographic quality. After a career at Texas Instruments, Ron pursued a graphic design d
My Mother’s Legacy of Love and Resilience (opens the original)
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The greatest gift my mother gave me isn't something she taught in words, but a resilience that lives in my bones.Growing up as a single mother of five, she didn't just survive unimaginable hardships; she built a sanctuary of warmth and order, teaching us the value of a clean, sparkling environment, a lesson of care and pride that I carry with me every day. Teaching love and giving through cooking; something I cherish every day.That same deep devotion extended far beyond our home. When family m
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