There is great joy in having children. With modern birth control options, women can plan when in their lives this blessed event occurs. Fortunately, many effective methods of birth control are available to help with these life choices. HORMONAL The most common means of birth control employ female hormones, estrogens and progesterones to prevent the […]
One of the main topics experts advise us to discuss before getting married is finances. I married my husband Lee when I was 34. I had been divorced for four years and had two sons. I believe our early discussions on money and finance were some of the most uncomfortable we have ever had. Both […]
By Darlene Underwood Hallelujah! Spring has arrived! Cold weather is in our rearview mirror, and a more intense gardening season is ours to enjoy for months to come. If your New Year’s fitness resolutions have fallen by the wayside, it’s not too late to get back on track by working outdoors. Gardening provides an opportunity […]
The power went out in the middle of the night, and your alarm clock didn’t wake you. You get a late start and run around hysterically as you try to get ready for work. You open your closet to find yourself lost in a sea of fabric on plastic hangers with a little bit of […]
When Matt and Lesley Touart of Waveland bought Portside Café in February, they wanted the perfect location for a restaurant where the entire family could enjoy good, quality food in a safe and relaxing environment. “This building is perfect, with a lower and upper deck with music and beach views for outside entertainment,” Lesley says. […]
With its friendly atmosphere and homestyle dishes, El Agave Mexican Restaurant in Gulfport is a customer favorite. Owner Mercedes Carranza, a native of Mexico, has a passion for cooking authentic cuisine from his homeland, which he serves with flair and friendliness. El Agave satisfies diners not just with scrumptious fare and refreshing margaritas, but with […]
The concept of Uncle Joe’s Pizza and Wings, according to owner Susan Diamond, was to provide good food in an atmosphere where diners just feel comfortable — no matter what. “Bring the kids; we love ‘em!” Diamond says. “First date? We will do our best to make sure you get a second one!” A casual […]
From Business Empowered International Business Empowered International Chamber of Commerce is on a mission to transform cities around the globe. A new initiative, City Calling, is a faith-based effort to help citizens, community and government leaders in several areas, including: Making them fully aware that they hold the key to changing the trajectory of their […]
By Tammy Smith More than seven years ago, Dorothy Roberts had a plan when she chose a spot on Davis Avenue in Pass Christian for her gift shop, now known as Robin’s Nest in the Pass. One building would house the gift shop, but for the charming, circa 1930s cottage next door, she envisioned a […]
By Dr. April Ulmer On the surface, I may seem like a confident woman who’s always had it together. I have a loving husband, two incredible daughters, friends I adore and a career I love. Well, I have a confession: Despite all my blessings and good fortune, when it comes to motherhood, I have struggled […]
