Who Are We to Judge
by LESLIE SPEAS Do you ever judge other people? If we are being honest, most of us do. We are often experts at seeing what is wrong with others. We […]
It’s A Grand Life – Gigi’s Memories and Ones in the Making
September is here which means summer is over. I realize it’s not officially over until the 23rd, but once school starts, schedules are re-established, sports practices, games and out-of-town tournaments […]
Give Yourself a “Treat Yo’ Self Day” Because Why Not, You Deserve It!
There is a very memorable phrase and concept pulled from an episode in the hit television show, “Parks and Recreation.” In the season 4 episode titled “Pawnee Rangers,” “Treat Yo’ […]
Making Dollars, Making $ense: Fostering a Family Atmosphere
by JON MARZANO, AIF®, MANAGING PRINCIPAL One of the best things about working here at Marzano Capital Group is the camaraderie and family feel that we have and share in […]
Love & Tradition Times Two – #Kiss&Patel
photos by ALLY and BOBBY FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY For Morgan Bralley and Deep Patel, doubling the celebration of their marriage was an easy choice – and a labor of love. […]
Preparing for a Successful Transition from Summer to School Year
Everyone, especially younger ones, enjoy the lazy days of summer. Chaotic mornings which accompany a school year yield to a relaxed and enjoyable schedule, implemented by parents and not the […]
Reflections of a Southern Yankee: Screen Time
I am eight years old and sitting in a comfortable armchair downstairs in the den. It’s around 7:00 in the evening. The fading light through the window signals the end […]
YMCA Mud Run Will Support Community Health Programs
CLEMMONS, NC — The YMCA’s Dirty Dozen 5K and Fun Run Obstacle Mud Run will return Saturday, September 16. The run will raise funds and awareness for programs at the […]
A Community of Support: How You Can Help Teachers this New School Year
“It takes a village” is truly the right statement to say when it comes to helping children be successful in school. In order for students to grow and create their […]
It’s A Grand Life – Back to School They Go
Writing a column for a magazine is interesting. Right now, I am sitting on my dock, listening to the gentle lapping of waves, watching birds diving into the water hoping […]