Four Ways to Boost Curb Appeal
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Making Your House a Home The exterior of your house is the first thing guests will notice upon arriving at your home, so it’s important that it make a good first impression. If you’re looking to begin home improvements, it may be hard to know where to start. Here, we’ve outlined a few quick changes […]
Inspired: Maggie Bratcher & Elaine Richie
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Maggie Bratcher inspired by Elaine Richie Mom, You have been with me since day one. I have always been inspired by your entrepreneurial spirit and creative talents. There are no limits to your kindness and generosity towards others. Growing up, I watched you help people in need and care for all animals. You have a […]
Her Story: Christy Howard
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Christy Howard on Reaching New Heights Two years ago, I got an idea – I want to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest peak in Africa and fourth tallest peak in the world. That’s a big adventure. The training, the logistics, the planning, the necessary equipment and gear, the expense. And to top it all off, […]
Inspired: Caroline Henry & Penny Patton
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Caroline Henry inspired by Penny Patton Penny, You have been a constant in a world of change over the last 10 years. No matter what stage of life we both found ourselves in, you have always been there as a listening ear, an honest voice, a shoulder to lean on, and ultimately, a true friend. […]
Health in a Minute: Summer 2024
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Q. I had a speech disorder as a child and want to make sure I know what signs to look for in my children. What are common signs of speech disorders? A. It’s important to understand the difference between a language disorder and a speech disorder. Language refers to the words we put together into […]
Numbers to Know: Summer 2024
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Sunscreen should be applied 15-30 minutes before you head outside. After the initial application, you should reapply every two hours to have optimal protection. If you are planning to swim or know an activity will have you sweating, more frequent applications may be necessary. Vitamin D Adults between the ages of 19–70 are recommended to […]
Survivor Story: Rhonda Gilliland
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The American Heart Association is dedicated to building healthy lives, free of cardiovascular disease and stroke, through education, caregiver support, research, and development of healthcare professionals. Go Red for Women is a social initiative designed to empower women to take charge of their heart health by equipping them with the knowledge necessary to lead healthy […]
Inspired: Abigale Choi & Heather Raco
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Abigale Choi inspired by Heather Raco Heather, There are not enough words to describe how incredibly thankful I am for you. Whether it be a crazy adventure to save an animal, one of my five million house projects I randomly decide to do that you end up having to fix, our 10+ FaceTime calls a […]
Inspired: Donyel Johnson & Mara-Lynne Payne
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Donyel Johnson inspired by Mara-Lynne Payne Mara-Lynne, I’d like to take a moment to give flowers to a friend and mentor who has been an incredible source of inspiration and strength in my life. Mara-Lynne, as one of my very first supervisors, you have played a pivotal role in shaping me into the woman I […]
A Guide to Caring for Your Cushions
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A Spring Cleaning Guide Pillows are among the most well-loved amenities in our homes, but how can we best care for them? Regularly washing sheets and linens is a good place to start, but the pillows themselves might seem tricky to treat. Read on for a quick overview to get you started caring for your […]