Journey to the End… Of the Show?

By Jessie May, Matt Mullarkey, and Christopher Baldwin If you’re friends with local musicians on Facebook, your news feed is probably filled with posts about “coming early and staying late” and “supporting all the bands.” But how many bands actually live by what they post? Alternative Control writers are often in the audience at local… Continue reading Journey to the End… Of the Show?

That’s Right, Baby, A Liebster Award!

Thanks to Christine from Charged for nominating Alternative Control for a Liebster award!  Check out Christine’s blog and find her on Facebook and Twitter. “What the heck is a Liebster Award?” you ask.  It’s kind of like a blog chain letter where you get to know other bloggers and spread the word about sites you… Continue reading That’s Right, Baby, A Liebster Award!

Fed Up, Food & Behavior, and the Great Sugar Conspiracy

A half-pint of school lunch chocolate milk has 18 grams of sugar -- that's four and a half teaspoons!

What would you think if the United States government colluded with the tobacco industry to encourage the sale of cigarettes?  Or if Michelle Obama got behind the podium and told Americans that it was okay to drink as much booze as they wanted, as long as they drank a bottle of water at the end… Continue reading Fed Up, Food & Behavior, and the Great Sugar Conspiracy

Women in Business, Part V: Laura Grasseler Flake and Storybrook Soap Co.

Laura Grasseler Flake is yet another college buddy of mine. She makes the coolest soap you’ve ever seen. Little works of art that clean you up! How did you start making soap? I stumbled upon soapmaking while researching in an inexpensive way to avoid the contact dermatitis each of my children had been experiencing. Since… Continue reading Women in Business, Part V: Laura Grasseler Flake and Storybrook Soap Co.

Women in Business, Part IV: Lauren Wolfe Abdulrahmen and Doterra Essential Oils

Lauren Wolfe Abdulrahmen is another college buddy of mine. Lauren is a family therapist, but she also sells essential oils. How did you get into essential oils? I have always loved adding fragrance to my home. I have also been passionate about using non toxic products for myself and my family for the past 12… Continue reading Women in Business, Part IV: Lauren Wolfe Abdulrahmen and Doterra Essential Oils

Women in Business, Part II: Hollydays Creations

Holly Larkin is another amazing artist friend. She does face painting that will blow your mind! Yet another woman making a living with her art… When did you discover your artistic talent?  I’ve always wanted to be an artist since I can remember, spending most of my childhood drawing my favorite Disney cartoons and Sailor… Continue reading Women in Business, Part II: Hollydays Creations

Women in Business, Part I: Annalisa Schaefer

I know a lot of women who have their own businesses. So I thought I’d write an article about them. Even better, I sent them questions and they sent me responses. I don’t even have to write the article, I just have to cut and paste. Annalisa Schaefer is an amazing artist and has her… Continue reading Women in Business, Part I: Annalisa Schaefer