"Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only thing."
~Albert Schweitzer
~Albert Schweitzer
"To get the right word in the right place is a rare achievement."
~ Mark Twain
~ Mark Twain
You wouldn't buy a car
without checking under the hood.
Right?
BROCHURE CONTENT – creative colorful material developed from your input and crafted to communicate the message and the spirit of your business.
 | Elegant by Design, LLC |
 | Jacques Café |
WEBSITE CONTENT - material developed with businesses to enhance websites and/or improve internet presence.
www.elegant-by-design.com - Fox Valley wedding planning specialist
www.savingmoola.com - half-off savings site
www.afkinvestorcoach.com - investment coaching
www.financialarchitechts.biz - financial planning and management
www.lifeworkscac.com - interactive life coaching
HUMOR COLUMNS - written for The Post-Crescent, Appleton, Wisconsin
It's beginning to look a lot like turkey
What not to say can be important
Fearless kid becomes overprotective father
Dad confronts fear of 'that subject'
Being a valentine isn't what it used to be
I already miss the crazy days of summer
No price tag on memories at rummage sale
My true identity comes from my family
Cookie selling gives much to chew on
At-home dad learns kids are always listening
Dad at-home for furry 'kid,' too
At-home dad learns dress up is no game
Job of at-home dad opens a whole new world
COMMUNITY EVENT REPORTING - area happenings covered for The Post-Crescent, P-C East, Appleton, Wisconsin
Kimberly High School goes parochial for the weekend
Freedom High School students give it their all in final performance
Father knows best
Former Kimberly music teacher gets warm welcome
Vehicular mayhem delights thousands at Eve of Destruction
TECHNICAL WRITING
"Prebiotics Promote Gut Instincts" (June 2009, Food Product Design, Copyright © 2009 Virgo Publishing) - a brief look at what we need to feed the healthy bacteria in our guts.
"The Perfect Pour" (May 2009, Food Product Design, Copyright © 2009 Virgo Publishing) - a review of modified food starches and emulsifying agents used to optimize dressing viscosity, texture, and stability.
"Reduced-Fat Dairy Indulgences" (January 2009, Food Product Design, Copyright © 2009 Virgo Publishing) - insights on ingredients and technologies for formulating low-fat dairy products that taste like “the real thing.
"Sippin' on Antioxidants" (August 2008, Food Product Design, Copyright © 2008 Virgo Publishing) - an overview of antioxidant ingredients, their use in beverage products, and why adding them to beverages can catapult a product into the health-and-wellness product arena.
"Cholesterol Control: Down With The Bad, Up With The Good" (September 2008, Food Product Design, Copyright © 2008 Virgo Publishing) - a review of good vs. bad cholesterol, dietary recommendations, and plant based solutions for lowering cholesterol levels.
"Nuthin' but nut" (November 2008, Food Product Design, Copyright © 2008 Virgo Publishing) - a look at what's new and what's news in health benefits of nuts.
"Revisiting Healthy Latino Foods" (May 2008, Food Product Design, Copyright © 2008 Virgo Publishing) - a look back to traditional Latino grains, fruits, and vegetables, and their potential for positive nutritional benefits for modern consumers.
"Really Cool Fruit Treats" (April 2008, Food Product Design, Copyright © 2008 Virgo Publishing) - an overview of fruit-based frozen novelties.
"Lean Mean Beverage Machines" (March 2008, Food Product Design, Copyright © 2008 Virgo Publishing) - review of advancements in weight loss and weight-control beverages.
If you're ready to find the spirit of your message and translate it into interesting, inspiring, and empowering content, I'm ready to help.