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Stress Tests
My son, Madden, just found out where he’ll be attending high school. Doesn’t seem like that would be a big deal, but it is in Chicago Public...
Spring in My Step
Spring is in the air. And in my step. Do you feel it where you are? Spring in Chicago is amazing. The city thaws out from winter somewhat slowly...
Years Gone “Bye”
Jersey turns 10 tomorrow. And, when I think about that, a lot of emotions come up for me. It has also gotten me thinking about the passage of time....
Lost & Found
A few weeks ago, the kids were off school, and Jase (Belmo) was in town between his events. I thought it would be fun to see a movie. We rarely go...
Game Days
By now you probably know that I attend A LOT of games beyond bowling. Baseball. Basketball. Football. This week, I took Madden and one of his...
Getting Unstuck
Through some of the conversations I’ve been having lately, I've realized a lot of people are suffering from a sort of “stuckness.” They find...
A Fine Line
One of the things I love is sharing the lessons I’ve learned in this sport and telling my stories. I was able to do that last weekend in San Antonio...
All Those “Things”
Last week I wrote all about how decluttering my space was giving me new life. I hope it inspired you to look around at how you live and find ways to...
Dear 2024,
As has become my annual tradition, here’s my letter to the new year. Dear 2024, I’ve been waiting to meet you. Hi! I’m Diandra, and I’m not one to...
About Me
Diandra grew up in a small town in Indiana. She was the epitome of “small town girl” BIG DREAMS. When she was 12 years old she knew she wanted to be one of the best bowlers in the world one day. And so she did. She was the 3x World Bowler of the Year and was even inducted into the World Bowling Hall of Fame at 25.
Getting to the top wasn’t all about the expertise she learned on the lanes. It was also about the values, and principles she learned Beyond the Lanes that would get her to the very tip-top of her sport.