(January 27, 2014) It usually happened every year around the end of January. I had to acknowledge my failure to keep New Year’s resolutions. I’ve done much better since I quit making them. Last year I decided to forgo resolutions after considering my track record: the rabbit-like start; the tortoise-like progression; the road-kill finish. I […]
ROCKWALL (January 27, 2014) Are you a renegade? Do you like to stand out from the crowd? Here’s the perfect companion for the unique individual. Ziggy is a one-of-a-kind dog. He’s a happy boy who’s a mix of everything from basset hound and shepherd to rottweiler and everything in between. One look at that smiling face will tell […]
I don’t know if I could make it as a kid these days. Many of the junior highers I teach need a personal assistant with the myriad of lessons, and practices, and select teams, and personal coaches, and trainers, and workouts. Those practices and trainings aren’t for naught, either, so every weekend is packed with […]
ROCKWALL (January 20, 2019) That big sigh of relief came from Sophia. Her solemn expression is masking her newfound joy. She’s thrilled that she’s finally finished having puppies. Yes, they were adorable and lovable, but there’s only so much work a mother can do. Sophia is finished with motherhood, so she’s ready for her own puppy-like playtime. […]
ROCKWALL (January 13, 2014) Dorothy really believes there’s no place like home. This beautiful five-year-old wants nothing more than to cuddle in your lap. Need to do chores? Dorothy will be happy to rest at your feet. Need to run out for some errands? She’ll wait patiently by the door to greet you when you return. A […]
ROCKWALL (January 6, 2014) Now that the New Year has arrived, it’s a great time to give yourself an image makeover. Dottie is here to help. Imagine yourself strutting down the street with this sleek beauty by your side. Now visualize the reaction. Cars will stop, neighbors will gawk and you’ll be the center of attention. Are […]
(January 1, 2014) Blue Ribbon News and JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall have teamed up to say thank you for following our GOOD NEWS and to wish you a very happy and healthy New Year! On Friday, Jan 10, two lucky Blue Ribbon News readers will each win a FREE 3-month membership to the JER Chilton YMCA […]
ROCKWALL (December 30, 2013) Welcome to the Blue Ribbon News Advice Department. This week’s question comes from Sadface in Nevada. She writes, “Dear Blue Ribbon News Advice Guru, what’s the secret to making sure 2014 is a happy year for me?” There’s a simple solution, Sadface: Adopt a happy companion like Hazel. She’s an exuberant young […]
ROCKWALL (December 25, 2013) Serenity wants to hit the reset button. She didn’t have a banner year during 2013. As Christmas approached, she was hit by a car and suffered a broken leg and a broken hip. Rockwall Pets took her immediately to surgery, where she came through with flying colors. Instead of visions of sugarplums, she’s […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH (December 19, 2013) Our Special Holiday Print Edition is being delivered to nearly 17,000 mailboxes throughout Rockwall and Heath this week. Here’s a digital view for those who may not live within our current delivery zone, and for those who wish to share it with out-of-town family and friends: Extra copies of the print […]