Publicly, she is known for her outstanding musical talent - her stylistic range and dynamic performances. Privately, she is known for her depth, love, and infectious laugh. 

Miki P has been performing professionally since she was a sophomore in high school and has toured around the United States since then. I met her for the first time a couple years ago and have been a distant witness to the transformation that has taken place in her. As time has gone on, I have gotten to know her a little better - bit by bit revealing the beautiful person she is.

When I first met Kelly Landry with CONA Wealth, I could tell immediately that she was both very intelligent and very real.

After only knowing her for a few months, it was obvious to me that she was more than an advisor — she was an advocate for her clients. I suggested that she let her clients share their stories.

Let them brag on you!

In this episode of The Artist Series, Rich talks about his background as a musician, Vietnam veteran, and artist. His final messages are not about art, but rather about what’s important in life.

My heart is overflowing. What started off as a passion project blended with a way to help set one of my client’s apart from their competition (The Fusion at Parkville Frame Gallery) is developing into something with real legs. I have found that there is an audience waiting for this kind of film series. The response has been overwhelming to me. After only one month and two videos, the YouTube channel has over 1,000 subscribers and artists from all over the world are commenting and connecting.

Personally, I have been so encouraged, inspired, and shaped by these women and this experience.

I am thrilled to share this passion project with you. It’s a growing collaboration among artists and galleries in the Kansas City area to get a closer look at the lives of KC artists.

The first video was produced in November 2025 - featuring multi-medium artist Julie Koch.

The goal of this project was to capture the essence of a person by disarming them through story. These photos show Kristen - who is thinking more about her story and less about what she thinks she should look like in a photo.
Minimal editing. All the facial expressions.

As I follow behind the Ghostbusters Ecto-1 with the movie theme music blaring, it’s easy to see how much joy it brings to the community. Every car we drive past is filled with faces pressed against the windows - their smiles wide across their faces. Even I have a grin from ear to ear and occasionally laugh at the pure fun of the whole situation. 

Ecto-1 pulls into the parking lot next to the other movie cars, and several people drive by to take pictures while landscape workers walk over to ask questions. Russ Dameron, the Movie Car Man, couldn’t be nicer as he answers their questions and waves to those passing by.

By day, Dameron is an attorney. By night, he’s a musician in a couple bands (The True Tones and the Blues Masters). By weekend, he’s the Movie Car Man. 

Pickleball is more than just a sport for the women of P2—it’s about creating a welcoming, empowering space where women can connect and grow. Founded by Michelle Dawalt and Mary Beth Preuss, P2 was born from a love of the game and a desire to help others improve and thrive on the court. The name P2 holds special meaning. "Our tagline and value is 'Propel your Passion,' and that’s what we strive to do," Michelle explained. P2’s mission is to support local women by using pickleball as a friendly, fun, and supportive venue where they can play, improve, and share in the camaraderie of others who need a break from everyday life. It’s a group where you can be yourself, share some smiles, and know you’re supported.

The KC Dirt Community is a female-led inclusive trail running group that doesn’t let any kind of weather slow them down. I spoke with four of their leaders - Ashley Baker, Kelly Kardon, Kim Olson and Theresa Reyes-Cummings - who are marathon and ultramarathon runners. They found each other in this supportive running community, which was once named Mud Babes. Being a part of this group is about more than being fit. It’s a way of life.

Connection is everything.