Avoid becoming ‘burden’ on grown children
Here’s an interesting statistic: Some 72% of retirees say one of their biggest fears is becoming a burden on their families, according to a 2021 survey by Age Wave and Edward Jones. Both before and during retirement,...
Halloween safety for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists
Halloween means children getting outdoors to enjoy treats, fun, and games. It also signals a change back to Standard Time with shorter days and longer nights. With shorter days comes more night driving. Because nighttime driving is...
Family Empowerment Expo: helping families connect
Quinnie Lee Nichols is still excited about the success enjoyed by the first Family Empowerment Expo staged by DeSoto-based nonprofit Queenish Professional Women’s Club several weeks ago at the Waxahachie Civic Center.
The event featured speakers, workshops and...
Texas Baptist Home for Children walks with parents through...
Nurturing, strong, flexible, teachable, compassionate and understanding.
These are a few traits staff at the Texas Baptist Home for Children said are critical for parents looking to adopt or foster.
“We don’t expect families to come in and know...
UpClose Rewind: Adrian Cooper
With football season heating up, we're revisiting Ami Trull's conversation with Adrian Cooper: a football coach and pastor who is making an impact on and off the field.
https://youtu.be/uk_LE4t2rMw
DownHome/Up Close: Josh & Jennifer Smith, The RV Travel...
Kevin visits with Josh & Jennifer Smith, also known as The RV Travel Couple, about their transition to RV living and upcoming travel adventures. The RV Travel Couple on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCioMQq-YIJvotIje4jeMtXw
https://youtu.be/4LbDW64UfzE
Love Your Neighbor – February, 2022
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Love your enemies and pray for them. - Matthew 5:44, NIV
Have you ever experienced “mob rule”? By definition, it is “control of a political situation by those outside the conventional or lawful realm, typically involving violence and...
DownHome/Up Close: Let’s Get Warm Giveaway 2022
On January 27, the Ellis County Homeless Coalition hosted its annual Let's Get Warm Giveaway event where they provide for basic needs and advocate for shelter for the homeless individuals in our community. To learn more about...
Valentine’s in Ellis County: Elmo & Thea
Elmo and Thea, owners of The Dessert Spot, talk about their marriage and valentines traditions, as well as what they have learned can make a successful marriage.
https://youtu.be/yUgPYmDNzcA
Revisiting Pat’s Kitchen: Lasagna!
This recipe was too good for us to not revisit it! Check out this amazing lasagna recipe from the kitchen of Pat French-Smith, the product of a father native to Texas - and a mother from Tuscany!
https://youtu.be/TEwAhnKVE0M
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This page lists animal shelters, pet groomers, veterinarians, kennels, pet boarding and other...
