Gail Johnston | Jill Rabideau






		Gail Perry Johnston is a graphic designer (see P.Johnston Design & Advertising) who loves a well-turned phrase as much as a strong visual. Her books are inspired compilations that speak to the most profound experiences of life. Gail and her husband, Scott Johnston, are blessed to be the parents of Luke and Shelby. For speaking engagements, click here .

		Jill Perry Rabideau, MHA, MS, OTR, is an Occupational Therapist and a general partner at Children’s Therapy Associates in Natick, MA. With 25 years of experience working with children who have special needs, Jill has consistently involved herself in the hardship of her students and their families. She believes that to share pain and to encourage hope is to love. Jill and her husband, Gary Rabideau, are blessed to be the parents of Bryce and Ali.

		Michele Sbrana, mother since 1991, writes for many parenting websites, magazines and newspapers from New Zealand to British Columbia. She's coordinated countless mothers' groups, mentors young women through YoungLife, leads college trips to Africa, and chances are she served Cheerios for dinner last night. Read more.

		Nancy K. Stevens graduate of UC Berkeley in history, is a veteran teacher and lover of life. She is enjoying a new season of adventrue in the world of writing, singing, acting, and speaking. Nancy has been married to Doug for thirty-five years, and they have three grown children.

		Mary Lou Walker lives in Westchester County, New York. She taught Social Studies in the public schools of Elmsford, New York, receiving an award in 1985 as a New York State “Teacher of the Year.” She presently teaches conversation or "Colloquy" Courses and collaborated with her son to write Speak Easy. Matthew Calkins serves as Rector of St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church in Fairfield and is working upon completion of a Doctor of Ministry degree from Hartford Seminary. He lives in Connectitcut with his wife Mary Calkins who teaches art in the Fairfield public school system.