We asked some of the most inspiring local entrepreneurs and creatives what was bringing them joy and we hope the responses below inspire you to find more joy in your day-to-day life as well.
Maggie and Hank Banaei
Hank and I were blessed with twin girls in January, and caring for them has brought us the greatest joy. Every day feels like a new adventure, and we’ve never experienced this much love and happiness in our lives. We’ve been together since 2011, but this new chapter has filled our hearts in ways we couldn’t have imagined. Read more>>
Taylor Scott
My family is my joy. I have 1-year-old twins, Sawyer & Savannah, a wonderful husband, Conner, and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named George. I love our family, even with the craziness of raising twins. It truly is the best! Read more>>
Nydia Lavish
I’ve been really enjoying nature. I love to visit local parks with ponds or lakes and feed the ducks and turtles. It’s so relaxing and rewarding to see other creatures that God created, especially when they’re in their environment thriving. I love animals, about 3 months ago I saved a baby Bobcat that had gotten separated from her mother. Read more>>
Ashley Howland
If you ask anyone around me they could easily answer this questions. Live Music has always been something I have loved, but recently with business being so slow I have jumped back in to seeing bands both my daughter and I love. And it is truly therapeutic. It reminds me of a time where life was much simpler. Read more>>
Jared Tye
Travel! My wife is a travel agent and she just took us to Italy. It was life changing. I love learning about ways other people live. It inspires me and also makes me grateful for my own town! Read more>>
Lan Pham
There are SO many things that bring me joy. Joy, for me, comes in the simplest ways. Lately, I find joy in having someone that I can call and say good morning and good night to. It is having my little sister sit with me at the end of the day to debrief our silly lives together. Read more>>
