If you’ve ever tried to buy a gift for a tween or teen, you know it’s a tricky business. They’re growing fast, have opinions (lots of them!), and their wish lists seem to change with every TikTok trend. But don’t worry, mama — we’ve rounded up the best tween and teen gifts of 2025 that’ll […]
Looking to impress your Thanksgiving guests? Check out these delectable recipes from Joy Monnerjahn, the culinary mastermind behind The Bayou Belle (purejoy@purejoyliving.net). APPLE CRUMBLE PIE INGREDIENTS: Store-bought pie crust 1 tablespoon flour 3/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon salt 2.5 apples, peeled and thinly sliced TOPPING: 1 stick of […]
If you had asked me three years ago whether I wanted to open my own optometry practice, the answer would have been yes, I have the desire — but I never dreamed I would make it a reality. I previously worked as an associate in a joint optometry/ ophthalmology practice, where I was content providing […]
Meet Stephanie Shaw, broker associate with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Properties and senior manager, curriculum design, with HSF Affiliates. Q: TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF AND THE IMPACT YOU’RE MAKING. SS: I am dedicated to leaving a lasting mark on the real estate industry. There is no industry that serves the public and cultivates connections in […]
Nothing says “welcome home” quite like festive greenery on the front door — and this year, I decided to switch things up with a beautiful Christmas door swag. Think of it as a fresh take on the traditional wreath. It’s easy to make, easy to hang and completely customizable to match your holiday style. Whether […]
Here, we catch up with Ronald Chambers, executive director of Bethesda Free Health Clinic in Ocean Springs. In his role, Chambers oversees daily operations, from coordinating staff and volunteers to managing programs, partnerships and outreach — ensuring the clinic delivers high-quality, compassionate care to those who need it most. 1. What does the clinic do? […]
MY HEALTH CHALLENGES When I was 16, I overcame suicide. I was bullied badly in school, and then one month after my 16th birthday, I was put in a mental hospital for my safety. That night, I lost my uncle, who was like a dad to me. In April of 2023, I was diagnosed with […]
By Theresa Case, DO When it comes to our health, women often are quick to brush off symptoms. We blame fatigue on busy schedules, shortness of breath on being “out of shape” or a lingering cough on allergies. But what if those small signs are your lungs trying to tell you something else that can […]
Judi Thames has been a successful hairdresser in Biloxi for 34 years, 14 of which she’s spent at Salon Richoux in Biloxi. Married to the love of her life, David, Thames is the proud mother of two daughters and one bonus daughter and “JuJu” to three grandchildren. In her spare time, she loves to go […]
In my household, this time of year means busy schedules: sporting events, holiday gatherings and last-minute trips. And if you’re like me, this season raises the timeless question: What in the world do I wear?? Either I’ve already worn it a hundred times, or nothing in my closet feels right. And after becoming a mom, […]
