Shelsculpting at Dr. Shel Wellness and Aesthetic Center

Have you accomplished your weight loss goals but still experience areas of your body that you’re unhappy with? Have you always wanted to make a specific improvement to your physique? When it comes to inner and outer beauty, Dr. Shel Wellness and Aesthetic Center takes a comprehensive approach to providing...

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...

Jingle Jangle or Jingle Tangle?

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher – I am a staunch admirer of talent in virtually any form or fashion. And yes, it’s likely because I really don’t have any talent to speak of, so I appreciate the talent I see on a daily basis. Perhaps one of the most coveted talents – in my mind – is the...

Gingerbread: Safe, Affordable Quality Early Childhood Education in Fort Bend County

2020 was a year of many changes and uncertainty, however with the dawning of a New Year, the one thing that hasn’t changed is the safety and quality of the educational programs provided by the Gingerbread Kids Academy, the Gingerbread House Learning Center, and the Gingerbread After-School programs at...

8th Annual FOCUS FAVS Readers’ Choice of Fort Bend’s Favorites

This fall, we invited readers to our website to take an online survey to tell us who their Fort Bend Favs are in nine different categories: • FOOD • ENTERTAINMENT • PET SERVICES • AUTO SERVICES • SHOPPING • • SCHOOLS • HEALTHCARE SERVICES  • HOME IMPROVEMENT • PROFESSIONAL...

Child Advocates of Fort Bend Announces 2020 Christmas Home Tour Plans

“Twenty-nine years ago, a group of volunteers, many of whom are still involved, opened their homes, decorated them for Christmas, baked some cookies and charged admission in an effort to keep Child Advocates of Fort Bend’s (CAFB) doors open,” stated Lisa Moore, Child Advocates of Fort Bend Development...

Sugar Land Rolls Out ‘Tis the Season for Sweet Cash Holiday Shopping Incentives

‘Tis the Season ‘Tis the Season for Sweet Cash launched November 11th for Sugar Land’s holiday shopping season, bringing back the popular program with a festive twist and simplified features to continue supporting local businesses and frontline workers who have been impacted by COVID-19. The...

Libraries Host Online Kwanzaa Dance Performance

Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) will host an online dance-theater production of “The Story of Kwanzaa,” featuring talented performers from Dance Afrikana, on Saturday, December 19th. A link to the video performance will be posted at www.fortbend.lib.tx.us. Led by an African griot (storyteller), this...

Living the Sweet Life: A Completed Study of Aristotle’s 12 Virtue’s ~Truthfulness

This year marks my 15th anniversary writing my column Living the Sweet Life. This year also marks my 50th birthday. As a way of reflection and remembrance, this year’s Sweet Life will be a continuous study of Aristotle’s 12 Virtues and how they are applied to my life. As we have seen throughout this...

Ronaventure: A Frugal Foray

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher – COVID has clipped all of our proverbial wings when it comes to travel. So, you can imagine how excited I was when Tim Kaminski suggested we take a trip for his birthday! Of course, traveling is different now, so he put some stringent parameters in place. And yes,...

Thankful Thoughts and Thanksgiving Treats

By Alisa Murray – This holiday starts the busy season for all of us, and this year is a special one. It is a year to be remembered for everything we lost and found. Many of us lost our loved ones, lost our businesses and lost all sense of control. Some of us came close to losing our minds! Some of us...

Successful Entertaining

At Home With Decoy Wines And Small-Bite Courses Many times, the least expensive wines of a great wine estate are superior to other equally priced wines in the market.  Duckhorn Portfolio is one of the world’s top wine estates, with Duckhorn Vineyards, Goldeneye, Migration, Paraduxx, Calera and...

Savor These Holiday Centerpieces

Celebrate the season and create long-lasting memories this year by serving tasteful main courses centered around tender cuts of beef. With hand-cut choices like a Bone-in Frenched Prime Rib Roast, Butcher’s Cut Filet Mignons, a Beef Brisket Flat and Premium Ground Beef from Omaha Steaks, you can create...

Enjoy Seasonal Favorites with Fall Comfort Foods

While this autumn season will likely look different than years past, wholesome meals celebrating fall flavors provide something to look forward to. Eating foods like walnuts, colorful fruits and vegetables, and whole grains can be a solution for improving overall well-being in an enjoyable, delicious...