Category Archives: Inspiration

My August commercial voice-over for Nilfisk

Posted on August 21, 2015 by Franki Jo

This is my third commercial I made for my dad’s company. I always enjoy doing these.. 🙂            

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Singing the National Anthem for Miss Wisconsin pageant

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Franki Jo

I was so thrilled to root for MeKenzie Lund tonight! I got to sing for her at the preliminary contest. We are all cheering you on MeKenzie! Love, Franki          

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My Opa learning the English language

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Franki Jo

My Opa came to America in 1952 and taught himself the English language. After he died, we found some old tapes that were recorded over with polka music. To our delight, on one tape we can faintly hear him.  Listen. … Continue reading →

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Steve March-Tormé learning to pitch

Posted on May 24, 2015 by Franki Jo

Steve March-Tormé at my house learning to pitch fast pitch softball. It was such a great day.            

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MeKenzie Lund wins Ms Oshkosh

Posted on March 7, 2015 by Franki Jo

You got ALL TENS tonight MeKenzie! My family is soooo happy for you!!  You are going to make a wonderful Ms Oshkosh and we  look forward to cheering you on along the way. Love, Franki              

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Random Acts of Kindness (RAOK) – Pay it FORWARD

Posted on March 6, 2015 by Franki Jo

Taylor Scout Smith would have been 14 today, 3/6/2015 – happy birthday Taylor!  I never met Taylor but she and her family inspired me to perform 14 random acts of kindness (RAOK) for her birthday. Thank you to the people and organizations … Continue reading →

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Our Seussical finale – time to celebrate!!!

Posted on March 3, 2015 by Franki Jo

Thank you Tracie Schlaak and Thom Hadel for all of your coaching, teaching, and parenting. We appreciate YOU!            

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Talent Showcase for Kiwanis

Posted on January 27, 2015 by Franki Jo

I had the best time raising money for Oshkosh’s Mid-Morning Kiwanis through their talent showcase. Thank you everyone for supporting me.            

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My cousins, aunts & uncles fool Gma & Gpa

Posted on January 11, 2015 by Franki Jo

For their 50th anniversary, we faked a piano recital at the Grand Opera House. We had so much fun. Happy anniversary grandma and grandpa!!!!!! And thank you Grand Opera House Gretchen Weddig for letting us kids sit in the dark and … Continue reading →

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Anniversary of Taylor Scout Smith’s Passing

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Franki Jo

This very special friend of mind died Jan 5/2014… and she deserves bright lights shining on her in this universe. I know that she has them for sure. To honor Taylor Scout Smith I recorded this in March, just 1 … Continue reading →

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