Michelle Johnson shares her journey from high school to adulthood, including her marriage to Bill and their various moves across the Western United States. She discusses her experiences in college, her passion for interior design, and how she ended up in the real estate and flipping houses business. Michelle also talks about the history of Santa's Village, an adventure park in Lake Arrowhead, CA, and how she and Bill decided to purchase and restore it. Michelle Johnson and Brian Blackburn discuss the challenges and rewards of running an adventure park when she and her husband took on the project when their children were older, allowing them to focus on the park. They faced financial risks and had to deal with community outrage and permitting challenges. Michelle talks about the importance of having a clear vision for the park and sticking to it, even when faced with pressure to add more traditional rides and attractions. She also discusses the satisfaction of seeing the park succeed and the joy of seeing her grandson enjoy it.

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The boys are back for a new season with this fresh episode of Life is Life. Paula Conway, the athletic director at The Bishop's School, discusses her background in sports and coaching, her journey to becoming an athletic director, and the challenges she faced along the way. She shares her experiences as a field hockey player and coach, her transition to coaching in college, and her decision to pursue a career in administration. Paula also talks about the importance of acclimatization and safety in sports, the role of female athletic directors. She emphasizes the importance of building a strong team culture and supporting student-athletes both on and off the field. She highlights the significance of education-based athletics and the value of the high school sports experience. The conversation explores the pressure and intensity of youth sports, the role of high school athletics, the impact of club sports on recruitment, and the importance of balance and perspective for student-athletes and their parents.

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Sheldon Owen discusses his background and the new venture he has started in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He shares his journey from being a latchkey kid with a desire for a better life to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Sheldon emphasizes the importance of having strong mentors and a supportive network of friends. He also talks about his decision to go back to school during COVID-19 and the fear and uncertainty that comes with starting a new business. Sheldon introduces his new venture, a guarantor service that helps renters who don't have the credit to qualify for a lease. SimpliMatch.com is a company that provides home surety policies, acting as a guarantor for renters who may not meet the strict requirements of landlords. They offer a guarantee to pay up to three months of rent if the renter defaults. The cost of the policy is equal to one month's rent. Simply Match aims to help renters secure the homes they want and provide peace of mind to landlords.

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