By Macie Carney Mississippi Home Corporation’s mission is to enhance Mississippi ‘s long-term economic viability by financing safe, decent and affordable housing and helping working families build wealth. We understand that finding cash for down payment and closing costs is difficult when trying to buy a home. Another obstacle for many homebuyers is past credit […]
In 1973, my grandmother slipped on a loose rug in her hallway and fell. Due to osteoporosis, what would have been a bruise for her a decade earlier resulted in a broken hip. At the time, minimal activity was recommended to allow healing. This resulted in her developing bed sores and pneumonia, and within a […]
By Regina Wood Stories, whether true or false, have a way of allowing us to believe, dream and share with others. Homes are a lot like stories. We are invited in through the cover. They give us space to dream. They allow us to share the good times and bad with those who mean the […]
When my children (Mary Nelson, 6, and Gates, 3) were born, I worked as a regional human resources and recruiting director for a national restaurant chain. I traveled a lot and worked some weekends and all holidays. The job was stable and paid well, but I wasn’t passionate about it. It was a great job […]
Are you feeling overwhelmed during these challenging times, trying to make some time for you? Consider joining me in meditation. While meditation isn’t a cure-all, it certainly can provide some much-needed peace in your life — especially during this pandemic. Sometimes, that’s all we need to make better choices. “How do I mediate?” you ask. […]
Photo by Medtronic By Dr. Eric Wolfson Chances are that you or someone you know suffers from back pain, which can become more chronic over time. Although back pain is not always an indicator of a more serious disorder of the brain, spine, spinal cord or peripheral nerves, certain signs can signal a need for […]
Have you taken up gardening during the pandemic? You’re not alone. The hobby saw a huge boost in popularity worldwide as people sought a productive, relaxing way to pass the time at home. U.S.-based Burpee Seed Co. reported selling more seed last March than any time in their 144-year history, and Johnny’s Selected Seed noted […]
Paul Titus of Cretin Townsend Homes attributes the company’s success to one simple fact: “We care.” “We believe that every customer should be able to build an exceptional home, at a great value, while having an awesome experience,” says Titus, sales director. “The reason we have been able to continue to grow is because we […]
Forget the idea that you have to diet for spring clothes and summer swimsuits. Instead, focus on how you can feel lighter today by implementing a few strategies that are easy and breezy. 1. COOK AT HOME MORE Eating out can make you feel heavy and sluggish — and weigh your budget down, too. A […]
Tayla McKinney is an ambitious, up-and-coming 25-year-old who was born and raised in Gulfport. She has achieved many accolades in her young life, including being crowned the 2017 homecoming queen at the University of Southern Mississippi, earning a master’s of art degree in communication sciences and disorders from Louisiana State University and most recently garnering […]
