For some reason, my mother always wanted to be “thick,” to have a little weight on her. I could not relate because I’ve always been “round” (as she calls me). Food and a kiss solved everything, or at least that’s what momma led us to believe. When we slammed our hand in the door or […]
The new year is here. It’s hard to believe 2022 has come and gone. As you set your goals and intentions for the new year, here are some commitments to make to yourself to help you and your family be more content in 2023. 1. Give yourself grace. The quest for perfection can be exhausting, […]
Tis the season for gifts and family celebrations, bonfires and feasts. Amid all the festivities, please keep the following in mind: December is National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month (www.samhsa.gov). If you are impaired while celebrating, don’t get behind the wheel. An automobile crash will increase your insurance costs. Plus, you will be inconvenienced […]
The holidays bring lots of fun with friends and family, but after all the seasonal hustle and bustle have passed, the dreaded question arises: how will you keep the kids entertained for the rest of their winter break? Although a little boredom can be good for kids, as it encourages creativity and resourcefulness, it’s still […]
I have heard my mother and late grandmother (and even some church ladies) say, “Just keep on living!” Momma usually says that when it takes her longer than usual to do something that I, or a younger person, could do more quickly or she previously could accomplish with less effort. As I have entered middle […]
There is so much to watch for when you are a parent of a young child. You want to ensure your child is developing early reading skills, math skills and a good attitude about school. But what do you do when your child struggles in school from a young age? If you know your child […]
Thank you to our sponsor photographer, Little Sunshine Photography Meet the Coast’s cutest baby 2023 Calese Stowe Overall Winner Her sweet grin melts the hearts of loved ones and strangers alike. And it’s one of the adorable features that earned 11-month-old Calese Stowe top prize in Gulf Coast Woman’s Cutest Baby Photo Contest for 2023. […]
