Linda Derschang
What shall we call you? LD or Linda Where are you from, and how did you make your way to where you are now? I was born in upstate NY. I moved to Seattle in 1987 to open a clothing store. Sometimes I think I’ll end up back in upstate NY – the
What do you do for a living, and how did you find yourself there? I own 6 bars & restaurants. I have no idea how I found myself with a company this big. Well, I do know, but I also don’t- if you know what I mean. More importantly, what do y
What inspires you to get up in the morning? Coffee and the NY Times. Do you have a specific space that helps you feel inspired? What does it look and feel like? I love working in my office at home because it’s super cozy and has a little TV s
Who do you have a girl crush on? Jane Birkin! If you had the opportunity to ask her anything, what would it be?  There is no one question; I would love to just spend an afternoon with her talking about a million things.  
What’s a fantastic piece of advice you have been given in your life, and who gave it to you? Worrying is praying for what you don’t want. Sadly, I don’t remember which yoga teacher said it. What are you listening to on your ipod/car stereo/tran
What book have you read in the last year that you love? I read a number of books that I loved, including: Grace – A Memoir by Grace Coddinton Strange Stirring by Stephanie Coontz Half the Sky by Nicholas Kristoph and Sheryl Wu Dunn What do y
Do you consider yourself a feminist, and how do you define what that means? YES! A feminist is a person that believes women are equal to men. I have defined myself as a feminist since I was 14 or 15. I think every woman should consider themselves
Tell me something pretty. A quote, a lyric, whatever it is that inspires you. Know yoga, Know peace. No yoga, no peace. Be here now. – Ram Dass You can’t control crazy. – Ric Peterson
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