Dear Reader,

I am often asked how I keep up with my busy life as a recently re-singled mom of three children, publishing Rochester Women magazine and Rochester Women’s Business & Resource Directory, volunteering and staying in shape. I tell them it’s because I put my health and well-being a priority, which gives me the energy to do everything else that I do.

For my physical and mental health, I cross-train and dance. I competed in the Rochesterfest Triathlon, for the second time, this past summer. My goal wasn’t to win, but to be active and stay healthy. I participate in cycle (spin) classes and swim at the Rochester Area Family YMCA. My gym time is “me time” when I get to escape stresses and pressures, and unwind. In the spring, I joined TriRochester and trained with that group one night a week during the summer. I enjoy multi-sport training, but the most fun I have all week is during Zumba® class at the Y and belly dance class at Rochester International Dance Studio when I get to dance and laugh with other women.

Running Rochester Women magazine is very spiritual to me. It is my way to serve women and the community. One of the best opportunities that help me grow personally and professionally and develop is the Women Entrepreneurs Networking group at the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce. Through this network, I am inspired and supported by other women in business.

I hope that the 2012 Rochester Women’s Business & Resource Directory helps you find resources and women in business who help you and your business become happier and healthier. Plus, read our feature article on Well-Being: Happy And Healthy You and meet Linda Christopherson, a woman entrepreneur who knows that the American dream is alive, well and growing.

I am thankful for my health, my family and friends, and opportunities to know, serve, work out and laugh with many Rochester area women. Thank you for supporting the 2012 Rochester Women’s Business & Resource Directory.

Sincerely,
Jorrie L. Johnson, Publisher
507-287-3293 home office • 507-259-6362 cell
jorrie@charter.net • RWmagazine.com