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I love all the ways we are able to express ourselves – life never ceases to amaze me. All around us, there is a dynamic expression, and even in the interaction between, an evolution into its form of being. Life is demanding play and growth and fuller expression. It’s fun to watch it all unfold.

In this issue, our Conversation participants are Todd Behrens and Ryan Haskins. Ryan is the Music Director for the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra, and Todd is the Director of the Sioux City Art Center. As artists, these two gentlemen have an interesting perspective on Expression. SM: People are dealing with a lot of uncertainty and

In 2005, Fatiya Adam came to the U.S. at the young age of 17 years-old. She didn’t know how to read, write, or speak English. “Zero English,” she said.  Fatiya was born and raised in Ethiopia, a landlocked country on the Horn of Africa. She never imagined she would be living in America.  “I was

Let’s be honest, it is hard to open up and share personal things. The concern of being judged or rejected is deep-seated. It is not our initial inclination to divulge our innermost feelings, thoughts, or even life experiences. It is, however, one of the most effective and powerful ways to connect to another human being.