by Billie Comeaux Creating your own private oasis is not as difficult as you might think. Your sanctuary begins with selecting a palette to help create the calm, serene atmosphere you desire. Suggested colors to work with: Icy blue. Feel soothed and relax to the color of the sky. Sage or pistachio green, taken from […]
Model: Shavon Banks | Photographer: Brian Pearse | Wig by: Krystal Ben More than just a hairstylist, Krystal Ben, owner of Hair Fetish, sees herself as true “hair visionary.” Ben, better known as “Krissy,” has always believed that all women are naturally beautiful. Just as she knew that some people were blessed with the gift […]
By Denise Jacobs | BSLShoofly.com | Photos by Lisa Loth Mosaic artist Elizabeth Veglia is best known for her award-winning public mosaic projects — extraordinary pieces of public art. Now she’s focusing her artistic energies on smaller scale works of art-to-wear. Like many of us of a certain age, Veglia has been transitioning and downsizing. She […]
Mallorie and husband, Jim, own Rasberry Financial Services and co-own The Laurel Mercantile. You can also find them behind the scenes and on the big screen as cast members in the HGTV hit show, “Home Town.” Mallorie recently shared about her life and work. TELL US ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF REVITALIZING YOUR HOMETOWN? Well this […]
Provided by Benjamin F. Edwards & Co. and Angela Wolfe For generations of Americans buying a house was seen as a financial no-brainer. You’d save enough for a down payment, find the house of your dreams and make steady mortgage payments until the house was yours. Today it’s not always so obvious whether it’s better […]
RIESLING-PEACH GLAZED HAM Riesling-Peach Glazed Ham is a great entree, especially for Easter brunch or dinner. Tastes excellent, and is perfect for a big family gathering! The flavors are amazing and everyone will enjoy this yummy ham! INGREDIENTS 1 fully cooked smoked bone-in half ham (6-8 lb) 1 cup Riesling wine 2 sprigs fresh thyme […]
Add one of these colors to your palette. PANTONE’S ULTRA VIOLET Pantone, the worldwide standard for color communication and inspiration, says Ultra Violet is the top color for this year. Color experts say it communicates originality, ingenuity, and visionary thinking that points us toward the future. As an accent on a wall or piece of […]
by Tamara Walker Harper, M.D., FAAP This season has been a record influenza (also known as Flu) season with flu activity expected to remain high possibly through early April. Influenza is a respiratory illness caused by flu viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can possibly even lead to death. Already, there […]
by Lauren Joffrion When you think of a decadent meal, what comes to mind? Do you have those nights when you crave that meal, but you just don’t want to dress up and go out? I’m always craving a steak dinner on a Saturday night, but I can’t always afford to drive to the nearest […]
How did you get started in your current business? I grew up surrounded by entrepreneurs who were driven and passionate about their company’s and career paths. I knew early on that I wanted to cultivate a company of my own with the same drive and passion that I was exposed to growing up. Real estate […]
