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By Darlene Underwood It’s July in Mississippi, which means our gardens are struggling with heat and potential drought conditions. Vegetable plants either have produced their fruits and are ready to be removed or they have stopped blooming, a form of hibernation, until ambient temperatures cool down in October. The heat notwithstanding, it’s a great time […]
In life, people who have a strong social-emotional skills are better equipped to navigate ups and downs and make complex, multifaceted decisions. The same goes with school. Students who have the skills, attitudes and behaviors that enable them to thrive academically are equipped for lifelong learning and happiness. The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional […]
Organization goes beyond productivity. It creates a comfortable and happy environment — which is especially necessary where you work. An efficient method of placing, filing and arranging your various papers and supplies increases your morale and ensures you are making the most of your space. Over half of the American population has clutter issues. About […]
The Beatles said it best: “All you need is love.” There is good reason to believe that spirituality and love improve seniors’ quality of life. They give them hope, companionship, support and a sense of purpose. Over the past few weeks, I’ve taken to social media to share my parents’ sappiness (how loving and romantic […]
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I’m sure this beautiful weather has inspired you to work in your garden, delighted that newly planted annuals and faithful plants from last season are thriving. Along with these beautiful flowers, herbs and shrubs, you may have noticed more than a few weeds “Not already!” you likely have murmured under your breath. “Surely the mulch […]
We all accumulate various furnishings over time, and mixing them appropriately can be an unnerving dilemma. Maybe you inherited your grandmother’s beautiful antique dresser. Although it doesn’t match your sleek, modern bedroom, your heart won’t allow you to part with it. Perhaps your living room centerpiece is the mid-century sofa your whole family loves — […]
Here we go again — hurricane season kicks off June 1, and the severe storm threat doesn’t let up until Nov. 30. Experts are predicting a near-normal season this year, with the forecast from The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasting a range of 12 to 17 named storms. Of those, five to nine could […]
