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Little Diamonds, Big Impact.
Xquisite cherishes every individual we have the honor of serving as a precious gem. In our eyes, each person is treated as if they were...
Brenda Sandquist
Nov 22, 20232 min read


Cultivating Community, Compassion, and Consistency for the Next Generation
Growing up in Carson City, Nevada, allowed me to perceive the community I now cherish from various angles. At the age of 6, I harbored a...


What Would I Like Nevada To Be Known For?
What would I like Nevada to be known for? When I was a child, my family would make trips up to the Lake Tahoe and the Reno area for...
A Survivor
Oct 23, 20235 min read


Can Nevada Be Known For More Than Exploitation
Nevada provides beautiful landscapes for recreation, one being beautiful Lake Tahoe and its pristine crystal clear pure blue water....
Brenda Sandquist
Oct 23, 20234 min read


2AM
Who is your 2 AM call? The one who you reach out to when you feel like you are going to do something stupid or need to be reassured you...
A Survivor
Sep 13, 20232 min read


It's The Climb
Recently I stood at the bottom of these steps, knowing it was the path to my car. These steps exposed my need to spend more time getting...
Brenda Sandquist
Sep 13, 20234 min read


Community
We are intrinsically designed to be in community, created to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. No one likes to be alone, we...
Brenda Sandquist
Aug 7, 20233 min read


A Letter To Myself
To the inner girl who is struggling to survive, I want you to know you are not alone. I too know those feelings and thoughts that make...
A Survivor
Aug 7, 20232 min read


Liberty and Justice for All
Everyone’s definition of Freedom, Liberty and Justice varies according to their personal experiences. Our pledge of allegiance infers...
Brenda Sandquist
Jul 5, 20233 min read


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Mar 2, 20230 min read
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