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Wally and Christa Bailey already had a teenage son who was growing into a young man with a bright future. With a belief that they still had much love to give, they wanted to be foster parents and were…
DOING THE RIGHT THING There’s no question that car dealers are one of the first businesses local charities ask for help when it comes to support. Their beautiful buildings are the site of countless fund-raisers, and their gleaming fleet…
The season of giving is upon us and with so many different philanthropic groups needing a helping hand, there is certainly no shortage of options when it comes to your charitable donations. With the help of the folks at…
From attending a graduation of the Paws & Stripes program of the Central Brevard Humane Society; to a research mission in the Indian River Lagoon of the Sea Turtle Conservancy; and a presentation for Congregations for Community Action of…
In 1987, my family was planning a move from upstate New York to Tennessee. As I was not even 3 yet, I didn’t have much say in the matter, but my mom still asked what I thought about moving to…
By Allysar Hassan As a little girl, Carmen Beecher would walk to the nearest drug store in Dundee, FL, put 25 cents on the counter and order a banana split. The druggist would take his apron off and cross…
It is hard to believe that only twenty-five years ago there were few service options for children and teens who suffered from behavioral, emotional or developmental disorders in Florida. Finding quality services that could make the critical difference in a…
Put on Your Pink Bra and Join the Fight Against Breast Cancer Breast cancer statistics in Florida are staggering. More than 15,500 women in the state will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, and about 2,600 will succumb to…
This past weekend my boyfriend turned 25, and I wanted to do something really special for him. He is always thoughtful and gives the BEST gifts, so it was my goal (we are fairly competitive, ok, ok—VERY competitive) to really…
Exercise always sounds good in my head, “Oh, today I need to run 15 miles, no big deal.” (This was my exact thought just this past Sunday.). Well, 3.5 miles into the run, 11.5 more sounded like a bigger deal…
“What Should I Eat?” As a Registered Dietitian (RD) and Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN), I hear this question often. It’s then typically followed by… “Well, what do you eat??” I try to practice what I preach – eat high quality food…
Combine centerpiece plants with colorful companions for captivating containers Here are four easy tips for designing beautiful, long-lasting pool, porch, or front-entry pots. Choose litter-free plants, or at least plants with minimal droppage, so your ground and pool are always…
Landscape lighting rewards with instant and long-term visual dividends, as well as increases safety The start of fall signifies an impending, yet distant change in temperature, and also notifies us that nightfall will soon arrive earlier. Whether you’re returning from work…
From traditional hardwood planks to intricate tile displays, the possibilities for floor and wall coverings are virtually endless Deciding on new floor or wall coverings can easily become overwhelming. Not only are there multiple coverings to select from, there are…
Sometimes the best motivation for a great workout can start with what you are wearing. Looking good is one thing, but more important is feeling good, whether you’re running on the treadmill or doing the downward dog in…