by Dana Sleger// When Yvonne Williams reflects on her 35-year career as a preschool teacher at Coast Episcopal School, she has enough precious memories to fill a book. Thousands of preschool students throughout the Gulf Coast have been blessed to be under her instruction, which is guided by a philosophy of “educating the whole child.” […]
by Rebecca Ritchey// We are in the glory of sweet summertime. The days are longer, the nights are shorter, and couch potatoes unite. This is the season where “I’m bored” abounds and “What can I do?” is second only to “I’m hungry!” The first week of summer break, I let laziness and Netflix binges take over, […]
There’s just something about the summer season that invites a breath of fresh air, especially when it comes to all the tasty offerings harvested to create a superb summer salad that’s refreshing, light and packed with amazing flavor! This season gives us a wonderful menu of fresh fruits and vegetables, and when drizzled with a […]
Joanne Joanne Bullard O’Keefe, 57, has owned Nezaty’s Cafe, a popular and successful brunch and lunch stop on Courthouse Road in Gulfport, for 12 years. Many of her customers know her by name and pause to share with her as she works right alongside that day’s crew. As a matter of fact, she sees her […]
by Dr. Stephanie Barnes I love stilettos! Not only are they beautiful, but wearing them has taught me great life lessons. Wearing stilettos is like mastering life. You cannot master stilettos until you understand that there is an art to wearing them. Life is the same way. There is an art to experiencing life to […]
by Rebecca Ritchey// In the infamous words of Alice Cooper, “School’s out for summer!” There are many bucket list items we want to check off during the summer months: Disney World, Universal Studios, and waterparks galore! However, living on the Gulf Coast allows us to have lots of adventures right at our back door. This […]
by Dana Sleger The perfume section in department stores or places like Sephora or Ulta can be like a playground or be really intimidating — or both. Because there absolutely is not one universal perfume that fits everyone, hunting for your signature scent is a task that requires some research. Of course, one of the […]
by Jackie Merlau // Jmerlaumakeup.com I have compiled a list with a few of my favorite makeup products I can’t seem to live without right now! These products can help your makeup wear longer, sparkle more and simplify your routine. SMASHBOX PHOTO FINISH PRIMER WATER WHAT DOES IT DO? This product is packaged in […]
by Tina Perkins If you are the brave-independent-self-reliant entrepreneur, you have benefits, meaning tax deductions that employees do not have. The upside is tax efficiency which is a code word for lower taxes. Although one can incorporate their business and get even more tax efficient, this article is directed to the self-employed. Keep in mind […]
by Dana Sleger When Alexander D. Deeks recalls that “ah-ha” moment he knew he was destined to be a hairstylist, it brings him right back to his first teacher in the industry, his mother. “My mother owned a beauty school and was one of the instructors,” Deeks says. “One day, mother asked me to sit […]
