Words By Reese

21/03/2026

13/01/2024

Check out my story on County Seat Laundry - Viroqua in Inspire(d) Media!

Laura and Andy Patten founded County Seat Laundry in Viroqua, WI, with the simple promise of making people's wash day better.

15/09/2023

Have you checked out The Bronze Dragon in La Crosse yet? It's a super cool non-alcoholic geek & gamer themed bar! Read all about this awesome place and owner: Caitlyn Konze in my article featured in the fall issue of Inspire(d) Media magazine!

The Bronze Dragon is a one-of-a-kind, welcoming place for people who don’t or can’t drink, that is safe for the q***r community, and accessible for all.

27/12/2022

“I believe that each of us as humans shine in our own way,” says Marnie Hofmeister-Pooley, owner of Let’s Shine Coffee in Hillsboro, Wisconsin.

07/12/2022

Have you visited Let’s Shine Coffee in Hillsboro, WI, yet? If not, you definitely should check out this amazing artisanal coffee shop with a fabulously cozy and welcoming setting! And while you're at it - pick up the winter issue of Inspire(d) Media, which contains my article about the coffee shop and how owner: Marnie Hofmeister-Pooley is aiming to create a community where everyone can shine!
I loved getting to share this story & hope you enjoy it as well!

“I believe that each of us as humans shine in our own way,” says Marnie Hofmeister-Pooley, owner of Let’s Shine Coffee in Hillsboro, Wisconsin.

19/10/2022

Just a heads up that I’m currently redesigning and updating my website!
🚧 The template & draft changes I’m working on aren’t *supposed* to affect the live site as it is, however I’ve noticed that there are some things getting a little scrambled…
🚧 So, if something seems a little off or confusing, please don’t hesitate to reach out! I’m happy to clarify any questions you might have!
🚧 I’m hoping to at least get a basic version of the new site up and going before the holidays, but I’m also realistic and this is a crazy busy time, so please bear with me!

18/10/2022

If you haven't yet, be sure to check out the fall edition of Inspire(d) Media, which includes my article on The Historic Fortney and the Wrobel family!

Viroqua, Wisconsin’s Historic Fortney Building is being revived by the Wrobel family, and they’re building community along the way

12/09/2022

The fall edition of Inspire(d) Media is out now and you can check out my article on The Historic Fortney and the Wrobel family, who are responsible for the historic building’s revival and renovation here:

Viroqua, Wisconsin’s Historic Fortney Building is being revived by the Wrobel family, and they’re building community along the way

23/06/2022

Do you know about Paperback Rider? This amazing mobile little free library organized by Terri Wolfgram is based in La Crosse and you can read all about it in the summer issue of Inspire(d) Media!

With Intention! Cover Artist Lauren Bonney • Terri Wolfram / Paperback Rider • Stephanie Fromm • Maryann Baldwin / Lansing Office Works • Starlite 14 Drive-In • Linda Tacke • 10 InTENtional Summer To-Dos • Mental Health: Mindfulness • Fireflies • Dyersville Day Trip • Sum Biz: Co...

12/04/2022

Some musings on the popularity of rabbits in children’s literature, since Easter is coming up!

A consideration of the popularity of rabbits in children's literature and why that may be.