As I thought about what I'd write in the wake of yesterday's historic step toward accountability following the Derek Chauvin verdict, I couldn't help but think about the lives of those in closest proximity to the tragedy of George Floyd's murder. Each and every one of those people's lives have changed drastically.

#HaveYouHerd: Today’s #FridayFeature is someone who has taken on a new adventure all her own! Darice Rene is the Vice-President of Strategy at Valve+Meter Performance Marketing. She is also a speaker, author, and creative entrepreneur who recently started her own podcast, “effortless and Unbothered”! To learn about Darice’s latest adventures, keep reading.

My family and I have been locked in the house for a whole year! A whole year! I really miss my family and friends and doing some of our favorite activities like going to gymnastics, eating in restaurants, shopping, and traveling! But I am also really enjoying all of the quality time I am getting to spend with my family. We have had to make up our own adventures inside the house to make sure everybody stays safe. In a way, it’s like we are making new traditions. We call them homemade escapades!