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Lisa Resnick

There are some roads that lead us back

The strange thing about life is how it sneaks up on you in the most ordinary places. Sure, we expect big emotions at weddings, graduations or at the end of a long journey. But nobody warns you about the emotional ambush that hits when you turn onto a road you haven’t driven in 10, 15, maybe even 20 years. That happened to me recently. I took a drive that, on paper, was just another errand, another place to be. But the route I chose — the same two-lane road I drove almost daily when I was younger — turned out to be something else entirely. Without invitation, it cracked open a ...

Taking in all the magic this fall has to offer

This fall has been… well, not the fall we’ve all grown accustomed to. The weather’s been a little indecisive, the leaves have taken their time, and honestly, it’s felt a bit offbeat compared to the picturesque season we look forward to every year. But even with its unpredictability, there’s still something magical about this time in the Valley. When I talk to people, I often hear the same sentiment — fall is our greatest season. And I couldn’t agree more. The maturity of our trees turns our parks, neighborhoods and little towns into storybook scenes. It’s ...

Running a bit off the beaten path

Running through Mill Creek Park is both a gift and a challenge. Anyone who’s done it knows exactly what I mean. The hills demand your breath, the trails keep you humble, and yet — somehow — the beauty of it all distracts you from the burn. There’s something about that park that feels like a metaphor for life: hard climbs, breathtaking views and a steady rhythm that reminds you to keep going. But recently, I decided to do something a little different. I ventured off. One morning, instead of looping around Lake Newport like I normally do, I took a turn — one of those small ...

A local gem in a jar of hot peppers and oil

Every community has its gems. Sometimes they’re places you can point to on a map, and other times, they’re the things you can taste, smell and share around a table. Here in the Valley, one of our brightest gems doesn’t sparkle — it sizzles. It’s our beloved hot peppers and oil. If you’ve lived here long enough, you might forget how special it really is. We see it everywhere — at restaurants, on holiday tables, packed into jars passed between neighbors. We spoon it onto bread, pile it on pizza, stir it into pasta or eat it straight from the bowl with a fork. ...

Juggling mistakes at the Women Rising Summit

Last week I stood on a stage I had never stood on before. The Women Rising Summit — our very first — was a dream that turned into a plan, that turned into a full-out leap of faith. And let me tell you, it was a “through it” experience. I had two incredible partners in crime, and thank goodness, because I made mistakes. Big ones, small ones, the kind you only see in hindsight and the kind you try to fix while juggling 10 other things. We dropped the ball here and there, scrambled to reopen links after they closed too soon, sent out workflow emails that didn’t match our ...

Some traditions, twists and the holidays ahead

As the air cools and the leaves turn, we find ourselves at the starting line of the holiday season. For me, Halloween is the kick-off, ushering us into a stretch of months filled with traditions, gatherings and the kind of memories that warm our hearts long after the tree is taken down and the decorations are packed away. I’ll be honest — I love this time of year. There is something calming, comforting and grounding about traditions. They hold us steady when life feels chaotic, and they remind us of where we’ve come from. I love having Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving and all the ...