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Family affair: Erin Callahan, of Dubuque, embraces raising a big family

Erin Callahan always dreamt of having a big family. So today, when the 38-year-old finds herself craftily navigating busy schedules between four kids — Jack, 13; George, 11; Harry, 9; and Kate, 6 — she’s not one to complain. “I’m one of six in my family — four boys and two girls — and my […]

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Know your body, know the risks: Jillean Harmon shares her journey with heart disease

On Aug. 5, 2019, Jillean Harmon was sitting at her desk at John Deere Dubuque Works, where she has worked in material storage and retrieval for more than 20 years, when she suddenly felt light-headed. The next thing she remembers is waking up in the emergency room with doctors and family members hovering over her. […]

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‘Common unity’: Erika Hermsen creates a space for health and fitness among women in Sweat Inspire Sisterhood

There is a kindred bond that manifests when women are in the presence of other women. At least that’s what Erika Hermsen has experienced. “I see it time and time again whenever I’m in a group of other women, or whenever I’m in the studio,” she said. “The space created becomes like a safe haven […]

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Christmas by Cathy B.: Dubuque designer Cathy Breitbach ties tradition and individuality together for the holidays

Cathy Breitbach always has found ease tapping into her creative side — whether that has been on a theatrical stage or in finding an eye for pulling together an aesthetically pleasing design. “I was a dancer all my life,” said the 72-year-old Dubuque native, with a background in choreography. “But I’m also a dreamer. When […]

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Finding the funny: Comedian Lisa Lane will headline this year’s annual Her Night Out event

Lisa Lane has a hearty remedy for the hardships that life can dole out: Comedy. “It became something I was obsessed with when I needed a place to put my pain,” said Lane during a phone interview. “My father had died from dementia. The COVID-19 pandemic hit, and I lost all work. I was aging […]

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My Chic Obsession: How to shop your closet

megan.gloss@thmedia.comFebruary 26, 2021Beauty & Fashion

Knowing how to shop your closet is a valuable skill to have. Not only do you save money by shopping less, but you also get more use out of what you already have. Take these tips on how to shop your closet for a new outlook and appreciation of what’s already in your wardrobe. 1....

Leadership: What love language do you give?

megan.gloss@thmedia.comFebruary 19, 2021Business

If someone wanted to show you their undying love for you, what should they do? Would you want gifts or a kind touch or compliments? Maybe you would prefer this person to do something for you or with you. Gary Chapman labels these options as our love languages. Our preferred way to be loved falls...

Nurture your most important relationship

megan.gloss@thmedia.comFebruary 19, 2021Health & Wellness

“The hand you hold the longest is your own.” — Libba Bray We spend so much energy on finding that “special” relationship, believing that a person will complete us. No one else can complete us or make us whole. Our happiness and fulfillment in life are not dependent on anyone but ourselves. Having a loving,...

Opinion: Love yourself first, then love will come to you

megan.gloss@thmedia.comFebruary 19, 2021Health & Wellness

All of this wedding and relationship talk has made me think back to a time when I thought wedded bliss would never happen for me. I am talking about a time that I convinced myself I never wanted to get married. I lied to myself and others, saying marriage was not for me, when deep...

Love in the time of a pandemic: How to keep it together

by michelle london photos contributed and by metro creative February 12, 2021Health & Wellness

We all know relationships are hard, even in the best of times. Throw in the domino effect of a worldwide pandemic that affects our jobs, our routines and our everyday way of life, and that could spell disaster for even the strongest of unions. “A successful relationship has a fair amount of autonomy,” said Colleen...

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My Chic Obsession: How to shop your closet

Leadership: What love language do you give?

Nurture your most important relationship

Opinion: Love yourself first, then love will come to you

Love in the time of a pandemic: How to keep it together

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