Home & Hearth – An Affordable Kitchen Remodel in Only 1 – 5 Days

Are you tired of looking at your outdated kitchen? Does a kitchen renovation intimidate you? Too expensive? Too big a project that will take weeks if not months to complete? Kitchen Tune-Up offers five different ways to quickly and affordably update your kitchen.  The kitchen is the heart of the home.  It...

Home & Hearth – Creating a Private Wildlife Sanctuary

Listen to the sound of the songbirds and see the butterflies sipping nectar from wildflowers. Hear the splash of a cardinal bathing in your birdbath and see your children learning more about God’s creatures. This could be your backyard! It doesn’t matter what part of Fort Bend County you live in or how...

Home & Hearth – Debbie Marcell

Armed with 15 years of vast experience, a relentless work ethic and dogged perseverance, Debbie Marcell has consistently ranked in top 2 to 5% of the agents in the Better Homes and Gardens Gary Greene Real Estate network. Marcell has built a solid and trusted reputation for her stellar ability to navigate...

In the Sweet Life Garden: Spring Edition

By Alisa Murray – It’s almost here – my favorite time of the year – and there’s so much to do to be prepared for the garden. With some thoughtful planning and soil prep, you too could be well on your way to creating your very own yard to table dinner. Here’s what should be done right now in...

LA Film Features Greatwood Teen Brooke Billedo in her First Starring Role

From her start as Owl in Winnie the Pooh to her casting in Melanie, about a disturbed little girl who turns into a monster, 14-year-old Brooke Billedo has always enjoyed exploring characters. “My favorite part of acting is the auditions,” Billedo said. “Each time you get a script, you get to create a...

Valentine’s Day Ideas for You and The Ones You Love

By Alisa Murray – We all know that Valentine’s Day will be a challenge as so many of us are practicing social distancing and staying at home; however, that does not mean it will be any less romantic or memorable. Here are some ideas for what you can do to make sure this holiday all about love will be...

Heart-Shaped Cookie Pops

Make your sweetheart something special with these adorable – and easy – Valentine hearts on a stick.  Perfect for little sweeties, your kids will love this fun-filled activity making valentines to share. Ingredients 1     Package (16 oz) Pillsbury™ Ready To Bake!™ Refrigerated...

Out with the Old – In with the New: Resolutions for 2021

Last year was one for the record books – and unfortunately, not in the most positive of ways.  But, hope springs eternal for 2021!  In this issue, we asked some or our friends and neighbors what their hopes, plans and yes, resolutions for the new year are now that we can definitely say goodbye to...

Three Health-Related New Year’s Resolutions to Make in 2021

Without a doubt this has been a challenging year, but January 1st is the perfect time to recommit to a healthy lifestyle. Make a resolution that’s good for you emotionally, mentally and physically. These tips are easy to commit to and offer a significant impact on your overall wellness. 1. Walk 30 Minutes...

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall Who’s the Most Alluring of All?

The new year has begun. Many of us are recommitting to taking better care of ourselves and confidence plays an important role.  It’s difficult to feel confident when you want to be happier and more comfortable in your body. Don’t underestimate the benefits of aesthetic treatments on self-confidence....

Basic Knowledge to Becoming an Advanced Oenophile

Recently, I was discussing wine with a new acquaintance who said that he and some friends had visited Eleven Madison in New York, and that since he knew all about wine, he acted as their sommelier.  We continued our conversation, and at one point, I asked if he had ever had a pre-phylloxera wine.  “What...

Fort Bend Christian Academy Faith. Academics. Arts. Athletics.

absolutely! Kid Friendly Fort Bend Christian Academy (FBCA), a private school serving grades pre-k through 12, is the first choice for committed Christian families in Fort Bend County and the surrounding Houston area. We trust God. FBCA partners with Christian parents by helping equip students to embrace...

Tips for Staying Healthy in the New Year

The beginning of a new year represents an opportunity to make resolutions to affect change. What about setting some New Year’s resolutions to prevent infections before they happen to you? 1. Wash your hands frequently. Especially before and after preparing food, before eating and after using the toilet....

Nutritional Inspiration for the New Year

A new year brings new opportunities for personal changes and improvement from taking steps forward in a career to bettering personal relationships and – perhaps most common – starting on a path toward better health. For many, the worthwhile challenge of enhancing physical health begins with the foods and...

The Benefits of Going to a Prosthodontist

Do you often feel self-conscious about your smile? Do you have to cover your mouth when you talk? A healthy smile is among the top aspects of a person’s appearance that impacts self-esteem. If you are unhappy about the “look” of your smile, you should consult a Prosthodontist. But what is a...