(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 9, 2015) It’s been a year since I wrote my article, “Taking Christmas Back,” for Blue Ribbon News, and as I reflect on that article I realize it was just the beginning for me and my decision to no longer get sucked into the things I don’t like about Christmas. Writing […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 2, 2015) Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall was recently recognized for excellence in areas of quality of care as well as engagement strategies. Several leading organizations, whose goals are to improve patient outcomes and experience, named Texas Health Rockwall to the top of their list. Texas Health Rockwall’s dedication to patient […]
(HEATH, TX – Nov. 29, 2015) The Christmas season is always a special time, and through the years our City’s Holiday in the Park has become a community gathering that signals the official kick-off to Christmas in Heath. As always, Holiday in the Park is on the first Friday of December, and I invite each […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Nov. 17, 2015) When it comes to planning Thanksgiving dinner, the turkey is a given. The big bird is so central to the feast that I hardly think about it, which more than once has resulted in disappointment. My husband—a witness—recalls the flaming turkey. This one came early in my career as […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Nov. 16, 2015) It’s better than a spelling bee and has a much higher purpose. The National Bible Bee encourages the entire family to enjoy God’s Word together. This organization offers study guides beginning with a level for ages four to six. Older students can compete in local contests and may qualify […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Nov. 11, 2015) If you were a flower, what kind of flower would you be? A pastor’s wife posed the woman’s retreat-type question to our group. (I’ve assumed that men ask different ones). My own answer sprang up immediately: a chrysanthemum, because it’s a late-bloomer. I hoped to be a late-bloomer, since my […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH/FATE, TX (Nov 9, 2015) Here’s a digital look at our latest print edition which is on its way to more than 18,000 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall and Heath this week. To submit your good news and events for publication, email . CLICK IMAGE TO VIEW: Our 24-page, full color, hyper-local print edition […]
“I pledge allegiance to the flag…” It’s inevitable. Sometime in the 180 school days, as those first six words are recited, a kid in my class will sneak a text, or just passively rise to his feet, a smirk plastered across his face. I once fumed, demanding respect for the Stars and Stripes, but now […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov 4, 2015) As we gather together with family and friends this Thanksgiving season, we reflect on “What are we thankful for?” A tradition in our family – before carving the turkey and digging into the dressing – is to join hands and share what we are thankful for. This year, I […]
(ROWLETT, TX – November 2, 2015) Daylight saving time often brings people to begin dreading going to bed and waking up. Let’s be honest, no one likes the thought of shifting their schedule. To those with kids, this is even a bigger challenge. I encourage people to use this time to do an overall check […]