No two students learn exactly alike, yet it’s so important for children to understand themselves as learners. In fact, assessing one’s learning style or styles helps students in multiple ways. Students who understand how they learn best are better able to advocate for themselves in school. This is important to learn from a young age, […]
Over the years, I’ve learned the dos and don’ts of makeup, and I’m excited to share some of my all-time favorite tips with you — which apply whether you’re just starting a makeup routine or wanting to refine your look. Everyone’s skin is different, so some of these tips may work for you while others […]
Katie Allen is mom of three wonderful children and founder/owner of Nella Home Interiors & Gifts in Gulfport. Although she’s always on the go, she never misses an opportunity to hang out with family and friends … especially if it involves 80s night! Just recently celebrating Nella’s fifth year in business, Allen is excited to […]
One of my favorite sayings is, “If you want to make God laugh, tell him the plans you have for yourself.” I love it not only because it has proven to be repeatedly accurate, but also because embracing it has allowed me to be more accepting of life’s challenges and redirections. One of those redirections […]
I often hear the remark, “I don’t know how you do your job. I would not want to hear the stories that you must get.” Even worse, “Thank you for all that you do, but I could never do that.” Talking about interpersonal violence can be difficult, but I am able to help kids in […]
BEFORE MY TRANSFORMATION Before my transformation, I was very unhappy with myself when I looked in the mirror. I didn’t like going clothes shopping because I had to settle for “cover-up” clothes to hide what I didn’t like about myself. I dreaded doctor visits, too, because the first thing I had to do was weigh […]
