Martha Spaniolo: Green and Growing
A long-time Mason resident, Martha Spaniolo comes from an MSU family, and she followed in her siblings’ footsteps to the university. A favorite place to bring out-of-town visitors is the MSU Gardens, where she took creative senior photos for her two daughters. She especially loves the horticulture gardens. “The whole campus is so pretty,” she said, remembering...
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Sophia Kinne: Finding Hidden Beauty
“Some of the most beautiful days are when it rains,” Sophia Kinne said. While most people wouldn’t think so, a rainy day is not a bad day for Kinne. She embraces and appreciates the beauty of every little thing in life amidst constant challenges. When she was just 15 years old, Kinne, now 28, was involved in a serious car accident that left her with...
Continue ReadingMarsha Stevens: Giving of Herself
As busy as Marsha Stevens is, she still finds ways to give freely of her time, talent and care. Her compassion and dedication in all aspects of her life shine through, and she makes a positive impact on whoever she encounters. She’s always wanted to teach, she said, and has worked as an enthusiastic and qualified elementary substitute teacher in the St....
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