By Family Features | Contributor Hosting is a big responsibility, especially during the holidays when the pressure is on to create a magical and memorable experience. Planning a menu and decorating for the occasion is just the start. Hosting also means ensuring all dishes are cooked to perfection and kept…
By Family Features | Contributor While often regarded as the most wonderful time of year, the holiday season is also an expensive spot on the calendar. Even as many families feel the squeeze of inflation and rising costs, there is hope for your budget when it comes to gatherings, gifts, food and beyond….
By Cheryl Maguire | Contributor “It is eleven o’clock. You should go to sleep now.” “But I haven’t finished my homework yet.” This common exchange between my 13-year-old daughter and me occurs more often than I care to admit. Even though she gets home at 2 pm, she often procrastinates…
By Katherine Rose Watson | Contributor North Texas Performing Arts presents its 14th Annual production of “Scrooge – The Musical” December 11 – 22 featuring its largest cast ever with over 100 adult and youth actors in this holiday favorite that has captivated some 20,000 audience members across North Texas. The…
By Karyn Brodsky They say that knowledge is power. In the case of mental health and suicide among children, teens, and young adults, it’s more important than ever to have access to education. Families need to understand how to recognize the signs that their loved ones are struggling and get…
Generation Flex World PremiereTuesday, December 36:30 PMStudio Movie Grill (Royal Central Center)11170 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75243 Post-Screening Q & A with filmmakers, Ryan from the film, and other industry experts. Complimentary RSVP required to Amy.Wagner@taylorhooton.org Debut documentary feature from Men’s Health—the world’s largest men’s magazine brand, is set for December 4…
By Sandi Schwartz | Contributor Only recently have scientists begun to study the benefits of gratitude. “Vitamin G,” as some like to call it, plays a critical role in health and happiness. Focusing on the positive boosts body, mind, and spirit. It gives us energy, inspires us, and transforms us. In a…
Festive Gifts of the Season We’ve Made a List and Checked it Twice …. The Editors at Good Life Family Magazine have done some power shopping to preview some enticing and unique gifts sure to please that special someone on your list! HAPPY SHOPPING! Baccarat Passion Champagne Decanter $990 Available…
By Culinary.net | Contributor While apple pie is a traditional seasonal dish, you can add unique flavor with this skillet version. Simply toss Honeycrisp apples with brown sugar, cinnamon and lemon juice then spoon between two pie crusts simmering in a thin layer of brown sugar and cinnamon then drizzle with…