WHY I DID THIS Before my transformation, I saw a picture of myself when I was at a football game with my friends from college on Sept. 9, 2017. I was absolutely mortified, as I did not realize how big I was. I knew I’d gained weight, but I was unaware of the magnitude of […]
Merry Christmas to all! My gift to you is a dozen tips that will help make you tax efficient for 2019. 1. COMPLETE A MOCK RETURN Know your 2019 tax position and tax bracket now so you can determine which tax strategies will work best for you. High-income taxpayers need strategies to remove income from […]
By Dr. Joseph T. Cox The holiday season is approaching quickly, and with it lots of excitement. It’s an opportunity to buy fun presents for our loved ones, enjoy delicious food and celebrate with friends and family. As a spine surgeon, I know from personal and professional experience that we lift, push, pull and climb […]
Stacy Ely and her partner, Mark Garriga Everyone can relate to the feeling of being worn out, stressed or just needing a break from the outside world. Locals looking to practice some self-care can find respite at Rejuvenation Station, which specializes in all aspects of health and wellness. Upon entering the downtown Biloxi business, says […]
For those who have suffered a serious illness or injury, the hardest part often is getting back to normal. As the only inpatient rehabilitation facility in Harrison and Hancock counties, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Memorial Hospital of Gulfport, accepts patients from throughout the Coast and as far north as Hattiesburg. The hospital’s […]
Photography by Brian Pearse Photography Tammy Lee of Ocean Springs doesn’t go all out decorating for Christmas to please herself. In fact, she’d be happy just trimming her small metal tree. “Mostly, I decorate and make our home festive for family and friends,” says the wife, mom and office administrator. “I want to give them […]
The holidays are upon us, and ‘tis the season to enjoy family and friends — which often involves food and drink. Research shows that as much as 75 percent of someone’s annual weight gain occurs between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. The average person gains one to two pounds during this time, and the majority of […]
When helping people declutter their homes, I often hear, “I don’t really like this, but it was a gift from (fill in the blank), and it would hurt their feelings if I let it go.” The last thing we want to do is create disappointment and stress for those receiving our gifts this holiday season. […]
Previously, I’ve discussed the role money and sex can have in driving “gray divorce” — the growing trend of older couples going their separate ways. Here are some other causes that appear to be at play: INCOMPATIBILITY Most states have adopted some basis for getting a divorce so one spouse doesn’t have to make nasty […]
