Articles

Cancer: A Word Full of Hope

My brother was 24, a recent graduate of Texas A&M, living in a bachelor pad in Dallas with three of his best buddies, when a friend’s mother, a nurse, noticed the enlarged lymph nodes in his neck, giving him a “Frankenstein” appearance.  A subsequent work up at the doctor’s office…

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Special Siblings

Four teens share their heartwarming lessons in protectiveness, patience, acceptance, and love for their special siblings We often hear from the parents how much of their day-to-day attention is justifiably spent on their child with special needs. But, we wondered, what is it like to be the brother or sister? So…

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“I Had No Idea”

Why Keeping Disabilities a Secret from your Attorney is a Bad Idea by Colin Smith | Contributor One of the best things about being a lawyer is meeting a client for the first time. Before that initial meeting, I remind myself of two universal truths. Number one: there is no…

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Picture-Perfect Prom

Friends, festivities, and the final days of senior year…make your prom one that you will always remember. by Amy Levenson Krumholtz | Fashion Editor This season’s most enticing looks are all about glamour and grace.  The style is feminine and romantic, creating old-school charm with a thoroughly contemporary twist. By…

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A Pet Project

Watters Creek Animal Adoptions by Tricia White You know the old saying, “A dog is man’s best friend.” Truth be known, research shows that owning a pet can help you live longer and help prevent depression. Who doesn’t love cradling a soft, furry kitten or playing with a sweet little…

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