The Talk No One Wants to Have as the Parent or the Kid Many of us in the Sandwich Generation – those of us sandwiched between raising our kids and navigating life with our aging parents, are now taking on responsibilities on both sides of the ‘bun.’ Our priority is…
Take One Bite at a Time by Deb Silverthorn At the core of the sandwich, between delicious pieces of “children toast” and “parent bagel,” imagine slices of school tuitions and senior care, condiments spread thin of extracurricular activities and medical facilities. And there, in the middle, is the meat—baby boomers…
Compiled by Alicia Wanek and Candace Brock Life is certainly very sweet these days for Nathan Sheets, founder of McKinney-based Nature Nate’s Honey – for obvious reasons – and others that become apparent as you get to know this faith-driven entrepreneur. What sets Nature Nate’s apart is that their…
Leave the Salacious Details to the Tabloids by Brad LaMorgese | Contributor Whether it is from tabloid TV shows, pop culture magazines, or online gossip pages, it is hard not to feel inundated by today’s celebrity-driven media coverage. That said, these outlets might be forgiven for digging up and…
A glimpse into the life of a 23-year-old who witnessed domestic violence as a child, held onto the secret with all her might, and ultimately found healing in sharing her story. “I am a victim of domestic violence. Up until the past year, I never placed a label on…
7 Things Parents Can Do to Stop Domestic Violence by Dr. Dean Beckloff | Contributor We see violence erupting in families. Just recently, a woman shot and killed her two daughters as a result of losing a court battle with her ex-husband. And behind closed doors, too many children…
Richland College art professors Jen Rose and Marian Lefeld are raising awareness about the epidemic of sex trafficking in the U.S. with “In You We Trust,” an art exhibit that gives a tangible representation of children sold on the streets each year. The exhibit is on display now through Oct….
Richland College Offers Career Programs to Fit You by Alicia Wanek Dallas’ “best kept secret” may not be a restaurant gem or a trendy boutique but instead an innovative approach to career and technical education, right in our own backyard. Whether you want to refresh your skills for the…
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