“Your ball is canceled.” These are four words no Mardi Gras queen wants to hear. Running for the title is something I had been working toward for a couple of years as a member of Les Masquees, and it finally felt like the timing was perfect. I have served on the board and held various […]
“Does anybody really know what time it is? Does anybody really care?” The band Chicago released a song with these lyrics in 1970, and as far as I know, it was not inspired by the Bible. However, it does suggest biblical truths about time and our fast-paced world. I think we all can attest that […]
By Aimee Robertson WHAT DOES THE FOUNDATION DO? WHAT IS ITS MISSION? Memorial Hospital Foundation develops relationships and financial resources to support the needs of Memorial Hospital, its patients and employees. The Foundation manages 20 funds that provide financial support for these needs. What sets the Foundation apart from other nonprofit organizations is that 100 […]
Outside of Thanksgiving, there’s no day more exciting for our stomachs than Superbowl Sunday. Even those who aren’t football fans can appreciate all the dips, chips, wings, nachos, pizza and other tasty treats we devour during the biggest game of the year. With Feb. 13 on the horizon, it’s time to plan the menu. As […]
Parental involvement is an important factor in your child’s school success, but there is such a thing as over-involvement. While you can do many things as a caring parent to help your child do well in school, there are also things you should avoid. Here are several tips on how to keep your involvement appropriate […]
By Jessi Robertson As a mom of four and a family therapist for almost 17 years, I have talked with many parents who are unsure how to discuss some difficult topics with their children. It is normal to feel scared, uncomfortable or even embarrassed to bring up some things with your kids, but communication is […]
By Elizabeth Zimmerman Co-parenting children has become the norm for many moms and dads in the United States. With nearly half of all marriages ending in divorce and increasing economic pressures requiring both parents to work outside the home, successful co-parenting can ensure that children whose parents are no longer together transition easily into new […]
When Coast Episcopal’s Head of School Jake Winter reached out to Melissa Flickinger to gauge her interest in teaching the school’s first transitional kindergarten class, Flickinger responded with a resounding “yes!” The University of Southern Mississippi graduate has 13 years of experience in preschool and elementary education, with the last four as a preschool intervention […]
By Dr. April Ulmer As a physician who focuses on the health of children’s gastrointestinal tracts, I often am asked, “How do I get my child to eat?” Over my many years of practicing medicine, I’ve come to learn that what parents really want to know is, “Am I doing this right?” or “Am I […]
With everything going on in your life, why do you make time for your annual physical? Maybe your insurance covers it. Maybe you want to ensure you are in good physical shape and catch any potential problems early. I believe the same can be said for your financial health. To ensure you are in good […]
