Amanda Schreiber

Stephanie Filer is the Communications and Community Outreach Coordinator for the Animal Rescue League of Iowa. She can be contacted at sfiler@arl-iowa.org.  Visit ARL-Iowa.org for more information.

Gone Fishin’ – What happens when a woman goes on a man’s vacation?  Does love survive?  Does she survive?  Cynthia Fodor shares her story of what happened when she tried to reel in a new experience.

The Short Life and “Death” of Dr. Sheldon Cooper – A stray kitten finds a new home, creating love and then the ultimate loss.  Read the out of the ordinary story of one geekily named kitten.

Also in January/February Edition…  Our writers share ideas for self-improvement in 2012; find out what former Lt. Governor Joy Corning is up to now in “She’s Still Got It”; what to do if you lose a pet; Surviving Autism; and much more!  It’s on stands NOW!

Maxwell Schaeffer is an avid hockey fan, having played in his youth, and serves as the P.A. announcer for the Des Moines Buccaneers. His voice and face grace local, regional and national radio and TV advertising, and his passion for theater has been displayed as both actor and director at Stagewest Theater Company and the Playhouse in Des Moines. Maxwell feels “blessed” to be approaching 25 years of marriage to this wife, Karen, while his sons, Jon and Alex, provide a wealth of good family times! His avocations include singing and songwriting, gardening, home improvement projects, golf and a love of BBQ.
 

Liz Nead is the owner of Nead Inspiration. Raised by Indian Immigrants in Minneapolis, she first turned her back on what she knew, put it all back together and now lives through the power of her game, vision and network. As a result, Liz’s perspectives are often funny, challenging and thought-provoking. She believes that helping others succeed is the only key to her success. Today, she is committed to inspiring both men and women through presentations to corporations, small businesses, college and high school campuses and networking events.
 

Andy Hall is a new father as well as the Music Director and Afternoon Drive Host on LAZER 103.3 FM. With workplace radios tuned to Andy, the last few hours of work fly by with a blend of new rock and top album rock from years past.

Kate Garner

Pam Dixon is a Des Moines Native who has been the voice of Des Moines for almost 30 years. She can be heard weekday morning on Maxwell and Pam in the Morning on 93.3 KIOA! Over the years she’s been heard on countless radio and TV commercials and was the first woman to announce an I-Cubs game at Sec Taylor Stadium. Pam and her daughter, Maddie, live in West Des Moines.
 

Cynthia Fodor is a Travel Writer and Co-Anchor on KCCI TV news. has won a number of awards from the Iowa Associated Press and the Iowa Broadcast News Association. Over the years, she has served on the Arthritis Foundation Board of Directors and does volunteer work for several charities.Cynthia enjoys reading, jogging and playing tennis, but she spends most of her spare time with her son, Jake.
 

Mary Day is the mother of four children and grandmother of seven. She has been in radio for over 20 years, getting her start at the age of 40. She is having the time of her life playing great songs for you on 1350 KRNT. She loves her job and hearing from and meeting KRNT listeners.

 
Colleen Kelly-Powell grew up in Lockport, Illinois. Her first stint on radio was that of a newswoman. However, after a slew of mispronounced words, they moved her to mornings. She joined Big Ken and Star 102.5 in 2000. Colleen lives in Waukee with her two cats Fatty and Sassy…oh yeah, and her husband Justin. If you’re outside, you’ll probably spot Colleen riding her bike or running, as she is a fitness enthusiast.

by Deb Engle

The first time I saw my nephew, Timothy, he was six months old and unnaturally quiet.  He took everything in, but his expression said he wasn’t sure why he was here, like someone who goes to a party and then wonders if it was a good idea.

Read the rest of Deb’s column in the latest copy of  !ntuition today!

by Linda Mason Hunter

Babies vomit, pee, and poop.  Curious toddlers spill grape juice, get into mother’s lipstick, and suffer bloody noses.  Such activities stain clothing, linens, walls, upholstery, and carpet.  There’s no getting around it.

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