Tag: JNN

  • A Life Built on Lies: John Roche’s Disney-Sized Delusions

    Let me tell you about the man who attempted to persuade the world – well, not me exactly, but definitely all of you – that he was basically the long-lost heir to the Magic Kingdom. According to him, his mother’s maiden name was Disney —  which, fine, that part is true. But from there, he…

  • Entry Remodel by Jennifer Nicole Nelson-Lake Harriet, Minnesota

    I designed the entry flooring in the condominiums I owned on Lake Harriet in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The design and the flooring purchase were completed solely by me. I am grateful for the good people in my life, particularly my installation team. Sincerely, Jennifer Nicole Nelson, Principal Designer

  • Defining My Value: What I Bring to The Table

    I want to be clear: I am fully aware of what was said to me, and I have not forgotten the context in which it was said. When I was in college, still developing my sense of self, and experiencing multiple forms of mistreatment-I was asked, “What do you bring to the table?” by Mr.…

  • The NFL’s Performative Christianity and the Reality Behind the Image

    I find the dynamic between the NFL and the public displays of Christianity deeply troubling. The league frequently promotes religious imagery-players and coaches praying on the field, partnerships with churches, and appearances at faith-based events-yet many individuals within that same system engage in behavior that starkly contradicts the values they publicly endorse. The disparity between…

  • A Sketch by Jennifer Nicole Nelson

    Freehand sketching offers significant cognitive benefits. Turning off the television and allowing your mind to engage freely in the creative process is deeply restorative. Sincerely, Jennifer Nicole Nelson, Principal Designer

  • Mike Vrabel: Clown Show

    Mike Vrabel embodies exactly what feels broken about the current culture. This is a man who once publicly joked about cutting his own appendage for a Super Bowl – and somehow that was treated as charming instead of bizarre. He leans into this exaggerated, frat-house persona, and people act like it’s leadership. It is clown…

  • “The Signature Gallery: It Was Not a Joke”

    What happened to me was not funny. I was at work, and they sent in someone who looked almost identical to the man who assaulted me. That isn’t a joke – it’s cruel and inhumane. Imagine surviving a sexual assault and then being confronted with someone who intentionally looks just like your attacker, as if…

  • Working with Johnny B.

    Meeting and working with Johnny B in the recording studio within the Mormon community was a privilege. His warmth and dedication enriched our collaboration on the Children First Project in every way. Thank you – I truly appreciate your support. Featuring Saddleback Church’s Recording Studio. Sincerely, Jennifer Nicole Nelson, Principal Designer

  • “Lesbian: Not Interested.”

    It isn’t a joke to claim I was a lesbian just because I refused to be intimate with a man – I mean, an asshole. I’ve had more than enough negative experiences with certain types of men in my life. I’ve also never felt romantic or intimate attraction toward women, and I never will. That’s…

  • Philharmonic House Of Design: Classy with Deirdre Eagles

    Throughout my design career, I spent a meaningful portion of my life with Deirdre Eagles. Together we experienced many beautiful moments, both personally and professionally. I remain sincerely grateful for the journey we shared. With love, Jennifer Nicole Nelson, Principal Designer