Mother Nature Vs. Fort Bend – and Fort Bend is Winning

There are no greater examples of Fort Bend Strong than when Mother Nature strikes with a force beyond experience and comprehension.  We get hit by hurricanes. Usually they roar in, hit us and leave in 24 hours. Hurricane Ike did just that.  On September 13th, 2008, Ike hit us with brutal fury. Ike came...

April 2021 – Exclamation Points!

Spring Shenanigans – It’s finally here – Spring! But, as we all know, it’s Spring in Texas, so don’t put up your jackets just yet. The weather here changes as often as my mood according to Mr. Kaminski. Yes, I do my part to keep him on his toes. With the gorgeous weather and COVID restrictions...

The Purse Predicament

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher So, what are y’all doing today? Me? How sweet of you to ask. It’s now 10 am, and I’m in the seventh hour of my day already. Unusual, you query? You bet. Let me tell you how this went down. It’s been said the road to hell is paved with good intentions. I get that...

10 Ways to Keep Your Colon Healthy

Worried about developing colorectal cancer, one of the most common cancers in men and women? The good news is that colorectal cancer is highly treatable when caught early, and in many cases, it is even preventable by establishing key healthy habits. Take an Active Approach According to Lisa Haubert, M.D.,...

Springing – Or Stumbling – Forward

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher I do not spring forward well. I’m a pro at falling back, but this springing thing does not work for me. It’s kind of like if you ever see me running. Please know that someone or something is chasing me, and it’s a life-or-death situation. So not only am I sluggish...

Stop Rolling Downhill Like a Snowball Headed for Hell

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher As we meander – or stumble at times – through this thing called life, one of the most poignant things I’ve noticed is that music plays a significant role in our journey. Music is somewhat like your shadow. You may not always notice it or actually see it, but it’s...