The Sweet Life Gardener Garlic

Hey Sweet Lifers! I don’t think there’s anyone except my great Aunt Melda Lee who doesn’t like garlic. I shared a recipe with her years ago for my collards, and I had barely gotten garlic out of my mouth as one of the ingredients when she twisted up her face and grimaced! I know many people steer clear...

Fort Bend County Rings in New Year Swearing in Elected Officials

Photos by Mary Favre – Newly elected officials who were sworn in included: • 240th District Court Judge, Surendran K. Pattel • 268th District Court Judge, Steve Rogers • 328th District Court Judge, Monica Rawlins • 458th District Court Judge-elect, Chad Bridges • County Court at Law 2, Tyra...

Show Your Love with a Naturally Sweet, Delicious Gift

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, saying “I love you” to a faraway relative or offering a kind gesture to a friend or neighbor, sending a gift is a thoughtful way to share your appreciation. A handwritten note goes a long way, and you can take that token of gratitude one step...

Will You Be My Wine for Valentine’s

Normally, I actually love fielding questions about wine, from “what is better, Cabernet or Pinot?” to “what’s the best cheap wine?” I normally welcome them all, as long as you are also willing to possibly be served a side dose of sarcasm. But, there is one question that comes up this time of...

5 Ways To Manage Your Weight

For many people who wish to work toward a healthier weight, one of the greatest obstacles is figuring out where to begin. These tips from SlimFast consultant and registered dietitian Maryann Walsh show it doesn’t take a drastic lifestyle overhaul to make an impact. Eat Mindfully Many people who struggle...

What Do Your Scars Say About You?

New Year, New You What Do Your Scars Say About You? That whatever tried to hurt you, failed. The work of Studio B’s Bonnie Elwood ensures that the “tales” of your scars remain private — yours to share when and if you care to. Using inks in a variety of skin tones, Bonnie employs traditional tattooing...

Houston Methodist Childbirth Center at Sugar Land Achieves NICU Level III Status

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is pleased to announce the achievement of a Neonatal Level III designation of their Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Designation levels are awarded by the State of Texas to hospitals that provide neonatal and maternal care. Hospitals are required to validate their...

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital Renames Main Pavilion After Generous Donation

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital has renamed its Main Pavilion after a generous donation from two longtime patients. The Bhalla Main Pavilion is named after Col. Raj and Kanwal Bhalla. The Bhallas have lived in Sugar Land since 1994 and have been patients at the hospital since it opened its doors in...

Gingerbread: Quality Early Education in Fort Bend County

This year, the Gingerbread Family of Learning Centers celebrated their ninth year anniversary of the Gingerbread Kids’ Academy in Richmond and the 41st anniversary of The Gingerbread House Learning Center in Rosenberg. The Gingerbread Kids’ Academy and Gingerbread House Learning Center have developed an...

Living the Sweet Life: The Best Gift Ever

Hey Sweet Lifers! I’m guessing that most of you celebrated the holidays and got to spend time with those you love – hope so anyway! I have been asking my littles coming in for their visits what their best gift ever was that they got for Christmas, and I have been getting a lot of,  let’s say, very...

5 Steps to Boost Students’ Immunity

Heading to the classroom means opening doors to opportunities for educational and social growth, but to keep students at school day after day, it’s important to keep health top of mind. When close proximity to other children exposes them to illnesses like common colds, strong immune systems can be the...

The Sweet Life Gardener Calendula

Hey Sweet Lifers! Hope y’all had a marvelous and merry holiday! There are many flowers that serve as both a beauty and as a handy helper to plant in your garden. One of these is calendula, also known as Pot – Marigold and Poor Man’s Saffron. It is, in my opinion one of the “major must have’s” for...

Wine Resolutions

This is the time of year for many to make resolutions. Whether to quit smoking, lose some weight or become more organized, most New Year’s Resolutions involve breaking old habits, and therefore, they are usually not successful! I would love to lose a bit of weight, but making that happen does not involve...

December Programs at First Colony Branch Library

Fort Bend County Libraries’ (FBCL) First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway in Sugar Land, presents a variety of free children’s programs, adult computer classes, book clubs and special programs for people of all ages each month. All programs are free and open to the public. For more information,...

20 Sparkling Wines to Light Up the Season

By Jeffrey M. Kralik, Ph.D.     www.thedrunkencyclist.com As promised, I am back this month with my top sparkling wines to help you enjoy the holiday season. The first step in choosing the right sparkling wine for an event is to assess what kind of party is it? Based on my experience, how much you spend...