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New Friends New Life Adds Three New Board Members for the 2022-2023 Term and Announces New Leadership for Two Auxiliary Groups

goodlifefamilyadminMay 19, 202205/19/20220

By Elizabeth Lenart | Contributor New Friends New Life announces the induction of four new board members for the 2022-2023 term, effective April 1: Dr. Millicent Knight, senior vice president, customer development, EssilorLuxottica; Cheryl Monroe, vice president controller and treasurer, Mary Kay, Inc.; and Elena Sacca Smith, group manager, Office of Social Innovation, Toyota North…

Good Grief

goodlifefamilyadminMay 19, 202204/05/20230

By Sheryl Lilly Pidgeon Several years back I wrote a piece about the positive lessons we can learn from our pets. Yesterday, our sweet, funny, gregarious, loyal, beloved Labrador Retriever Aspen lost her valiant battle with cancer. So today, I offer up a few more PAWS-itive life lessons that I…

6 Tips for Planning a Sweet Graduation Celebration

goodlifefamilyadminMay 19, 202205/19/20220

By Family Features | Contributor When years of hitting the books lead to a hard-earned diploma, there’s just one thing left to do: celebrate the graduate with something sweet. A graduation is a major life milestone that deserves plenty of recognition, and a graduation party is a perfect way to…

Girl Power: 10 Conversations to Help Your Daughter Stay Safe and Strong

goodlifefamilyadminMay 19, 20220

By Christina Katz | Contributor One of the ways we can raise empowered women is by passing on what we have learned from experience to our girls. So why not take the opportunity to have some important and inspiring conversations with your daughters? Here are some talking points to get…

DART’s Annual Bike to Work Day Event is May 20

goodlifefamilyadminMay 16, 202205/16/20220

On Friday, May 20, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) invites North Texans to pedal to work as part of the Dallas area’s 2022 Bike to Work Day annual event. Launched in 2001, Bike to Work Day is a national event to encourage people to try bicycle commuting as a healthy…

A Bowl Full of Flavor

goodlifefamilyadminMay 12, 202205/12/20220

Culinary.net | Contributor If you’re looking for a dinner or lunch combination that is wholesome, filling and, of course, easy, you’re not alone. Meal prepping is a popular trend for many people (and families) who are working on healthy eating habits but are constantly on the go. No matter if…

It Pays to Give: 5 Ideas for Investing in the World Around You

goodlifefamilyadminMay 12, 202205/12/20220

By Family Features | Contributor In a world fraught with social, political and environmental strife, a mindset that involves a more community-driven approach can make a meaningful difference. Each person’s contributions to improve the earth can send a ripple effect that ultimately transforms communities and the people who live within…

How to Be a Savvier Shopper

goodlifefamilyadminMay 12, 202205/12/20220

By Family Features | Contributor Whether you’re shopping online or in-store, you can ensure you’re getting the most for your money with a little extra planning. These savvy shopping tips can help you score the most savings and added benefits while you’re at it. Time Your Purchase Before any big…

Kid-Friendly Recipes to Get Your Kids to Eat Their Veggies

goodlifefamilyadminJan 10, 202410/23/20240

By Lindsey Shay | Contributor Ensuring that kids are “getting their greens” is a necessary part of healthy eating, but getting them to eat a wide variety is equally as important. Many vegetables are high in essential vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, and fiber that can promote good health and aid in…