New Year’s resolutions don’t work — at least not the way I usually approach them, which typically involves writing a mile-long list of the things I dislike about myself and demanding that I become a different person between Dec. 31 and Jan. 1. Starting the year off with negativity and unrealistic expectations just doesn’t vibe […]
By Mary Ann Blair The holidays are a magical time for kids. Among the parties, decorations, treats and gifts galore, who can blame a child for feeling excited about this special time of year? As parents, we understand this excitement, but we also want our children to know the importance of giving and not just […]
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Gift-giving has long been my love language. Yet, in recent times, I’ve found myself leaning more toward a different love language: quality time. Most of us have enough stuff, and anything we desire is just a click away. What’s truly precious, however, is time, and the memories we make together. In the wake of the […]
Like many family caregivers, I spend a lot of time anticipating my parents’ needs and behaviors so that I’m prepared to address them. Mentally playing and replaying possible scenarios often consumes my thoughts and keeps me up at night. I subconsciously do this to develop an appropriate response and temper my emotions — or so […]
Being a mom and a small business owner is like juggling fire. It’s a balancing act that often leaves us feeling burnt out. But it’s crucial to remind ourselves that it’s okay to stumble, to take breaks and to forgive ourselves for not always meeting our own high expectations. When 2023 began, I had a […]
Thanksgiving is all about food and family, and each year presents an opportunity to spend precious time together and pass on beloved traditions to our children. Preparing the biggest meal of the year can challenge even the most experienced cook, so why not involve the kids? You’ll receive some much-needed help, and they’ll have fun […]
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Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Hair and makeup by Heather Dubuisson, HD Hair and Makeup Standing at a petite 4 feet, 10 inches tall, Nell Cowart possesses a fierceness and feistiness that belie her small stature. “My mom was a hard worker; I remember her holding three jobs simultaneously, as well as taking classes to […]
