2000 - present
Sandy has worked as a freelance writer for the Chicago Sun-Times, the Daily Herald, and the Beacon News, submitting articles on numerous topics such as Santa Claus, St. Charles reading program, a Geneva church's efforts to help Katrina victims, Conservation Foundation luncheon, a witness tree, and others.

She is a communications consultant and photographer for area businesses with her company Sandpaper Wordsmiths, providing input on web content and design, writing news releases and brochures, and assisting with public relations goals.

For a closer look at Sandpaper Wordsmiths, go to the web site at spws.org for client samples and additional background.
Samples:
  • Article published in The Beacon News, Aurora, on the Conservation Foundation
  • Client news release and photo printed in local newspapers
  • Article published in The Beacon News, Aurora, on local help for Katrina victims