From community journalism to health care and higher ed, Mike’s career is powered by a passion to discover, create and share stories that connect people and advance strategic priorities.


Dino and Lucy, Fast Friends

Dino and Lucy, Fast Friends

It’s hard to reckon with all the changes of the past six months. Heck, even the last 60 days. It seems like Lucy has been in our lives forever. We started to foster her in early November 2019, just days before my mom died and a few weeks before we lost our bichon Daisy. It was quickly clear Lucy would be a “foster fail” and she’s been an amazing friend to Susan and me since. This spring also marks five years since we adopted Dino who was a foster from a rescue in Winfield, Illinois. What’s brought me great joy is how the two of them have grown close. They share a peaceful, sweet affection. Thanks, Susan, for these photos.

Mom Saves the Day (Again)

Mom Saves the Day (Again)

#TwinPeaks30

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