Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Kimberly Park. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Kimberly, we’ve been so fortunate to work with so many incredible folks and one common thread we have seen is that those who have built amazing lives for themselves are also often the folks who are most generous. Where do you think your generosity comes from?
I’ve always been a pretty generous person, but I feel a deeper connection to being there for others now that we’ve been through something traumatic. We had our first child via an emergency C Section to save both of our lives at 27 weeks. It was the most traumatic yet best experience of our lives. We were surrounded by people who were there for us, people that were not just family and friends. The NICU, the hospital, and complete strangers became our village overnight. Because of them we survived. The simple generosity we were shown truly made an impact. I’ll never forget how we were treated and how good it felt. I want to make sure I continue to help others feel that way too.
Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?
One of the reasons Purely Park Sourdough was created is because of my children. I’ve always made them fresh foods and treats to control the ingredients and avoid extra additives. Then we discovered one of our daughters had severe allergies. I was on a mission to provide her with safe food and began cooking and baking her gluten free creations.
We source all of our produce from our local farm Boyette Family Farms and it makes it super easy!
Bread was a major issue for us because one of our daughters is allergic to wheat! That is why I began baking every single thing and trying multiple recipes to provide, crackers, snacks, treats, and various baked goods that would be safe for her and our other children to enjoy.
Sourdough bread is a healthier alternative to regular white or whole wheat bread. Although it has comparable nutrients, the lower phytate levels mean it is more digestible and nutritious. The prebiotics also help to keep your gut bacteria happy, and it may be less likely to spike blood sugar levels. Gluten free sourdough was our first priority, but I also wanted to share my baking with others. And that is how Purely Park Sourdough was created!
So now I have a bread company because of a wheat allergy. Anything is possible my friends, even tasty gluten free sourdough bread.
There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?
The biggest one is having discipline. You need to keep going. On your best day or your worst day, you need to keep showing up and give it all you’ve got. Making excuses is easy, but that won’t get you to where you want to be. Have big dreams and goals, they keep you on track and motivated.
Okay, so before we go, is there anyone you’d like to shoutout for the role they’ve played in helping you develop the essential skills or overcome challenges along the way?
My husband. He’s been there from the beginning. He is the most support person and without him we wouldn’t be where we are today. When we’re facing a challenge or trying to figure out something, he always has something to contribute. We are in this together – marriage, family, and our business. We have been able to build this business together and we wouldn’t be where we are today without him. We are a team. Our success is a direct correlation to continuing to strive for more while maintaining our family structure.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://Www.purelypark.com
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Photography by Ashley B.
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