Despite her many accomplishments, Judy Steckler prefers to stay out of the spotlight. When recounting her career highlights, the former executive director with the Land Trust for the MississippiCoastal Plain focuses on others —namely the volunteers, colleagues, city officials and others who have helped the organization thrive. But during a November event to honor Steckler, […]
Anything and everything is possible when you connect with the heart of a child. That’s what the recovery teams at Hope Haven Children’s Advocacy Center set out to accomplish each day, and they’ve been succeeding for 27 years. “Hope Haven originally started as a children’s shelter,” says John James, executive director. “A group of local […]
By Sanja Daniels While my calendar is jam-packed these days as a wife, mom, graduate student at The University of Southern Mississippi and intern at the Veterans Administration, I still enjoy a good DIY project. With the Christmas season upon us, and inflation hitting many of us hard, I’ve started a few projects that are […]
Those who know me are familiar with my extreme love of entertaining — especially around the holidays. If you’re expecting guests this season, here are some tips for being a great host while staying within a reasonable budget. SET A BUDGET I know this may seem obvious, but for me, it’s easy to go overboard […]
Nothing says “the holiday season” like Christmas trees, wreaths, garland and candles. When it comes to decking your halls, are you a “fresh” or “faux” decorator? Both types have pros and cons. For instance, faux allows for years of use. It’s relatively inexpensive. One con is that it’s made from petroleum byproducts, and it becomes […]
Merry Fitmas, y’all! You all know how the song goes: “On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me …” and so on. I don’t know about you, but I’ve never seen a partridge in a pear tree, nor would I like to receive two turtle doves this year. However, as my […]
Christmastime is here, and we all know what that means: parties galore! One of my favorite things about the holidays is seeing people dressed up and reveling in the most joyous spirit. This season has a way of elevating everyone’s mood. Getting you prepared for all your holiday gatherings is my specialty! We all love […]
