A shared love of nature and education drew Kat Panther and Leslie Senn to their volunteer roles at Bernheim Forest and Arboretum. Both are volunteer naturalists in their 70s who lead guided hikes, host staff discovery stations, and help connect visitors to nature through a … [Read more...] about Finding Purpose On The Forest Trail
Meaningful Work
Vacations That Heal
Picture your dream vacation. Are you in the mountains or by the sea? Are you fishing in a beautiful stream or walking a wooded path? Perhaps you’re whale-watching in the Pacific Northwest or snorkeling in the Caribbean. A vacation is a chance to step away from our daily … [Read more...] about Vacations That Heal
Jody Demling: Down The Stretch With A Storyteller
Jody Demling’s passion for sports, horses, and writing is homegrown — and it’s led the way to cultivating a fulfilling career. “I’m a storyteller and a writer at heart,” he says. Jody has lived in Louisville his entire life — well, except for those few months he worked a … [Read more...] about Jody Demling: Down The Stretch With A Storyteller
Flowers Make A Difference
If you’ve ordered flowers from Nanz and Kraft Florists, there’s a very good chance Pat Pendergrass was responsible for your bouquet. For more than 50 years, Pat has been a floral designer and trusted mentor at Louisville’s family flower shop. Pat remembers her first interview … [Read more...] about Flowers Make A Difference
Volunteering With Style
Amanda Waugh began volunteering with the Louisville area chapter of Dress for Success about a year ago. “I don’t think women always realize how valuable they are,” Amanda says. “A woman, especially someone who’s a mom, is always giving, working, and doing for others, and she … [Read more...] about Volunteering With Style