LaunchAbility is a win-win for the differently-abled and their employers by Karyn Brodsky What provides the biggest sense of fulfillment in the workplace? I think most people could agree that it’s payment for doing a job you love and one that you’re good at. This is a challenge that everyone…
by Karyn Brodsky “What will happen to my autistic child after I am gone? Who will take care of him and keep him safe?” These are questions that surfaced in Dan Selec’s mind as his son Caleb grew up. At age two, Caleb was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder…
After losing her beloved brother to Lou Gehrig’s disease, one Plano mom found purpose in running. by Karyn Brodsky What’s usually the first instinct when life gets tough? Most would say, “Cut and run.” In Ginny Selec’s case, the “run” part is literal. When adversity came her way, Selec ran to…
The dog days of summer are upon us and what better way to cool down than by indulging in ice cream and other frozen delights? Sure, you can pick up a gallon of Blue Bell at your local market, but we staked out some locations where the fun-factor makes it…
Boating Bites and Delights by Bobbie Ames | Food and Entertainment Editor Summer is the perfect time to head to the lake with family and friends. Safety comes first, but food is a close second! Here are some ideas to make your “floating picnic” one your guests will enjoy. A…
Play It Safe and Shore Up Summer Fun with these 6 Boating Tips by Lisa A. Beach For many teens, nothing beats an afternoon on the lake with friends. Before you celebrate their decision to unplug from a screen and spend the day outdoors, review some guidelines with them to…
Yeah, I know, it’s hot. Steamy in fact. But I love the summer. When my kids were in elementary school, the end-of-year pool party, followed by a mom/kid getaway, clearly marked the transition from school year to summer vacation. Class schedules, homework and school dress code became sleeping in, game…
by Dr. Sandy Gluckman | Contributor From the moment of birth we have so many dreams for our children. We want them to be happy, confident and smart. We want them to feel so good about who they are, about life and about their relationships with others. We want them…
Vital Conversations for Parents and Teens When children become teenagers, communication suddenly includes lots of eye-rolling, slammed doors, and dramatic closing arguments such as “You just don’t understand me!” So how do you open the lines of communication with your teen? Here are three conversations that may help. by Sierra…