Waking up to dawn’s sunlight filtering through our curtains, we stretch and let our dreams dissipate like the morning dew. With seven to eight hours of sleep, our bodies and minds refreshed, we’re ready to face the stresses of the day. Sleep isn’t just refreshing; it’s necessary to function. During sleep, our minds consolidate the […]
More people than ever are struggling to control their weight, and excessive portion sizes directly contribute to overeating and weight gain. Why? Because we tend to eat almost all of what we serve ourselves. Therefore, controlling portion sizes can help prevent overindulging. It is very common to finish what’s in front of us out of […]
Whip up these healthy recipes to help you celebrate any big game: TURKEY ROLLUPS Lay out a slice of turkey. Top it with cheese, baby spinach leaves and mustard. Roll it up. PEANUT BUTTER FOOTBALLS Stuff a pitted Medjool date with natural peanut butter. Dust it with powdered sugar, or use icing across the top […]
By Natalie Guess Intermittent fasting is not about restricting WHAT you eat, but instead about restricting WHEN you eat. This practice has many evidence-based health benefits, and there are many theories on how to do it. The one I’d like to discuss is the 16/8 method. This is where you fast for 16 hours of […]
The name itself, inspired by Gone with the Wind’s most famous quote, conveys style and sophistication. Step into Frankly My Dear Boutique, and that picture of Southern hospitality, merged with Hollywood glamour, becomes complete. “The boutique has a silver glitter runway leading from the entrance to the counter, as well as a silk flower wall,” […]
Photography by AJH Photography Windy Stanton developed a passion for fashion early in life, starting with the Sears and J.C. Penney catalogs her mother received in the mail. “My sisters and I would dissect those catalogs, with dog-eared pages and notebooks full of how to mix and match outfits,” recalls Stanton, now the owner of […]
Angelique Carter White lies awake at night, thinking about her cases. Sometimes, she rejoices. Other times, she grieves. Either way, she prays — asking God for the wisdom and discernment to protect his most innocent. “I am exceptionally proud of the work I have done in child advocacy over the course of 18 years,” says […]
This time of year, most of us look back at the past year to see which goals we’ve accomplished and which ones remain on our “to do” list. So what happened to your goals from last year? Did you accomplish them? You may not believe this, but goal setting is art form. Along with taking […]
By Natasha Love We live in a crazy, hectic world these days. Personal training takes precious time out of our busy day, and nothing is more flustering than going to the gym, putting in the time and not getting the results you want. The most common question I hear from clients is, “What is the […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Leah Tennyson Rodgers is a walking affirmation. From her jogger pants proclaiming “I am love,” to her Facebook page reminding followers that God is in control, the owner of Selah Yoga immerses herself in positive messages. Sometimes, she even pens them herself. “Poetry and writing lyrics are a favorite pastime […]
