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Get Moving this Winter: The importance of keeping kids active during cold Winter months
By Alysha Wallace Staying active this time of year is difficult for everyone. The cold weather hits, it’s dark when you get home, the kid’s activities are winding down, the holidays are right around the corner… the list of excuses can go on and on. …
From her Perspective: Brittany Strickland Photographer & Story Teller
When I was asked to write “From her perspective,” I, of course, was honored and grateful, yet I was a little nervous, too. I mean, I just wrote a book and exposed most of my life to the world so why was I nervous? I …
OUR TIME IS NOW: Positive changes are on the horizon
written from the perspective of Myron Griffing with space interiors There is a new sheriff in town! That’s a misnomer actually…it’s a considerably higher position. Shreveport has overwhelmingly elected Adrian Perkins as our new mayor. I am THRILLED with this result and encourage each of …
Best Friends Forever
Three young girls find friendship as they fight together Written by Teri Flash • Photos by Legacy Photography Eleven years ago, some friends with a common interest in tennis and a passion of doing good for others decided to start a tennis tournament to raise money …
Seasons of Change
Four Decades of Hair Trends later, Cindy Locke is passing the hair styling torch to her daughter, René Coffield. For the past 40 years, My Friend’s Place Salon has been trimming locks, playing with color, and watching the hair trends shift from the 70s setting …
Think Outside the Box
A creative list for the hard to gift For the lady who loves Bubbly Hand painted Champagne glasses by Sallie Bynum from Mrs. McGregor’s Garden $65 for a set of 4 “Don’t get your tinsel in a tangle” holiday cocktail napkins from JAC Clothing $7 …
Fall Kids Crafts
Not only will these crafts let your kids unleash their creativity, but they can also add that touch of fall to your home. So, let your kids have some fun this fall and make the most of this season. Candy Corn Banner This craft is …
Proverbs 31:20 Ministries
Have you ever struggled with finding your purpose in life? I did most of my adult life. I was involved in a mentally and emotionally abusive relationship that left me feeling unworthy, depressed and lonely. You see, the problem with the trials I faced over …
I Used to Be Cool
Yesterday I found a bald spot. I had just taken a sip of my morning coffee. I rubbed my eyes in disbelief, but there it sat shiny and proud in the part of my hair. This just so happened to be the same week I …
From Her Perspective: Melissa Gutman
And then there were five… Until then, we were your average family. Married right out of college, moved to New Braunfels, Texas, both starting new jobs, bought a house, and then said, “Now what?” Actually, the “now what?” started a year later when we moved …
The Other Dyslexia
Even as a public school educator with 13 years’ experience, I had only ever heard of one kind of dyslexia — phonological dyslexia. Those are the kids that write letters backwards, right? Sadly, that’s the general perception most people have when it comes to recognizing …
Are you ready for some Football?
I surely am! I must admit, I only like to watch the fourth quarter of a football game. I don’t consider myself a huge “football fan”. I would say that I am more a huge “football season” fan! Rarely do I really care who wins …
From Her Perspective: Brandy Evans
Brandy Evans is the Vice President of Communications at the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau In 2016 I met my hero – Oprah Winfrey, the philanthropist, media mogul and counselor to the world. We talked for 30 minutes about my experience with Weight Watchers and later …
5 Ways to Skinny Any Pool Party
Grab those beach balls and pool games, it’s time to celebrate the summer heat in the pool! Pool party menus typically star burgers, hot dogs and speciality ‘party’ beverages. In these situations, we can easily drown ourselves with added calories, carbohydrates, and fat. We start …
Keeping it Real with Terri Netterville: The Butterfly Effect
If we walked through life fully understanding the magnitude of our presence in the lives of every soul who happened along our path, would we live and love a little differently? Would we open our hearts, our minds and even our homes a little more …
White Out Cancer
Get ready to party with a purpose at the American Cancer Society White Out Cancer Gala to be held on August 25, 2018 from 6:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. at the East Ridge Country Club located at 1000 Stewart Drive in Shreveport. The fun-filled evening will include …
Do Not Go Gentle Into That Great Night
One of the greatest fears humans face today is the loss of our mental capabilities, and yet it is happening more and more at an alarming rate. Some of the questions I hear often is “Is this Alzheimer’s?” How do you know if it is …
ART: (Noun) – The various branches of creative activity, such as painting, music, literature, and dance.
Art is ubiquitous; it exists everywhere. Art is fashioned from perspective. Art is in the eye of the Reveler and we intend to help you create lasting, memorable experiences at Red River Revel 43! The Red River Revel Arts and Music Festival is the social event of …
Preserving Your Loved One’s Family History
You have strong, exuberant women in your family. Maybe you already know your nana’s favorite game show, your great-aunt’s secret cherry pie recipe, and your older sister’s love for sewing. You know how your mom likes her coffee and your grandma’s favorite Sunday drive excursion. …