Developing reading habits among children takes persistence and patience on parents’ part. And with reading playing such an important role in a child’s education, Erin Gibson, operations manager of the Gulfport Huntington Learning Center, says the effort is definitely worth it. “Reading is indeed something children can enjoy throughout their lives, but it’s essential in […]
Considering her role model, Rachel Bond’s career choice isn’t surprising. “I am a horticulturist because my mom raised me to love and appreciate plants and nature,” says the Pass Christian native. “I wanted to be an entrepreneur like her and go into the family business.” Long before she owned Pine Hills Floral Design and had […]
Previously, I’ve discussed the role money and sex can have in driving “gray divorce” — the growing trend of older couples going their separate ways. Here are some other causes that appear to be at play: INCOMPATIBILITY Most states have adopted some basis for getting a divorce so one spouse doesn’t have to make nasty […]
While the overall divorce rate has declined over the past 20 years, it has doubled for the segment of the population over age 50. This growing unmarried, middle-age population has even led Candice Bushnell to write a follow-up book asking “Is There Still Sex in the City?” to address the phenomenon her peers are facing. […]
By Gulf Coast Moms Blog You’ve ordered the turkey, your guest list is set and you even know what you’re making for dessert — but have you thought about what will keep the kids occupied (besides eating) during the Thanksgiving break? No need to worry! Gulf Coast Moms Blog has a list of creative, easy […]
By Jennifer Ratcliffe | Gulf Coast Moms Blog After a summer of late nights, lax routines and counting swimming as a bath, making a plan to manage the chaos that comes with the school year can be more than a bit overwhelming. How do you balance it all when you want to spend more time […]
Being true partners, says Scott Allen of Allen Automotive, makes his marriage thrive. “We work together on everything,” adds Allen, who has been married to his wife, Andria, for five years. “From the Hyundai dealership to my public speaking, our kids or keeping up around the house, we are always on the same team.” When […]
