Reflections of a Southern Yankee: Southern Comfort
Forty-three of my 49 years on God’s green earth have been spent below the Mason-Dixon line. I guess that makes me more “Rebel” than “Yankee.” I’d like to think I’ve […]
Heart Healing Times Two: Sisters Share a Story of Heredity & Hope
Identical twins Patricia Wood and Pamela Smith aren’t surprised when they are mistaken for each other. While growing up looking and sounding exactly alike, confusion here and there was a […]
The Little Things We Love
Merriam-Webster defines love as “strong affection for another arising out of kinship or personal ties.” What we feel for those we love, however, can be so hard to define, so […]
The Benefits of a Solo Date
by BETHANY GODWIN Have you ever spent time alone, intentionally? I don’t mean lying on the couch after the kids have gone to bed scrolling through your phone or searching […]
Don’t Forget to Wash Your Hands
It’s hard for us to imagine it now, but there was a long stretch of time in history when people had no idea that germs existed. Instead, they thought disease […]
Spotlight on Ginger: Superfood to Feel Superhuman and Boost Beauty
by SUSAN BOYOUNG BAILEY SCHABACKER Ginger is not simply a spice – it’s a beauty booster, too. It packs a powerful punch in the flavor department and is frequently found […]
3 Freezer-Friendly Make Ahead Breakfast Ideas for Kids
It may be cold outside, but February is National Hot Breakfast Month making it the perfect time to serve up a hot meal each morning to start your day cozy […]
The View from My Section: Yin and Yang
Young people take notice. February is the traditional month to celebrate love. And, just as holidays can induce sadness for lost loved ones, February can induce similar reactions to not […]
Using a Coaching Approach to Maximize Your Impact at Work and in Life
by LESLIE SPEAS Many studies have shown coaching is a great strategy for engaging employees and elevating performance in the workplace. It can also be a great strategy to employ […]
Pass Down Treasured Family Memories to Future Generations with a Keepsake Journal
Families are like woven quilts that tell stories. Each patch represents a family or a specific member and the stories they add to the quilt. Once pieced together, the quilt […]