The K&J Foundation honors the legacy of Kiara and Jameel Pearse, who died in an auto accident on Nov. 14, 2006, and promotes teen safety awareness. Husband-and-wife co-founders Brian and Yvette Pearse are passionate about sharing their experience and preventing further tragedies. Here, Brian tells us about the foundation’s origins and its ongoing efforts. WHAT […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture BELL’S COPING TIPS AVOID ISOLATION • “Don’t allow yourself to go through any difficulty on your own. Talk to someone, whether you’re talking to a friend or a professional therapist, counselor or someone you trust as a spiritual leader. As humans, we’re meant for connection, and we need to do […]
In her art, Dusti Bonge’ reflected her coastal roots. “Her early work was very influenced by Biloxi, as she captured what she was familiar with – often sketching during walks around town,” says Ryan N. Dennis, chief curator and artistic director of the Center for Art & Public Exchange for the Mississippi Museum of Art. […]
Green is the color of life, renewal and energy — which is exactly what we all need after a long, cold and locked-down winter. From sage to emerald to forest, shades of this calming hue, associated with nature, tranquility and good luck, never go out of style. Want to add some pops of green to […]
If you’re inspired to show your house some love by deep cleaning it this spring, a little planning can ensure success and bring joy to the event. DECIDE WHEN, WHAT AND WHO Determine how much time you’re willing and able to spend, and block it off on your calendar as a non-negotiable commitment. Plan to […]
BEFORE MY TRANSFORMATION I’ve been on a diet since I was 11. My weight has fluctuated nearly my entire life. After my daughter, Sophia, passed, my weight continued to creep up. It is important to me that when I share my testimony, when I tell people about God, how my faith has grown and how […]
When Brandon Boggess founded his house-washing business in 2017, he had elevated homes in mind. At the time, he noticed a sizeable gap in the market. After Hurricane Katrina, almost all new homes had to adhere to an elevation requirement. However, few, if any, house-washing businesses could serve these properties without lift equipment. “I knew […]
