When my husband and I were foster parents, we had to have an emergency plan on our refrigerator so that all of our kids (including the bonus children) knew where to meet in the event of a fire, severe storm, flood, or other crisis.
The recent deaths and regional devastation caused by flash-flooding in the wake of Hurricane Helene is a reminder that we all need to take extra precautions during hurricane season.
Some days you no doubt have the stars in your eyes when you look at your significant other, while on other days you may wonder, “What in the world was I thinking?”
If you have sought counsel, evaluated all of your options, and made a choice, then hold tight and trust that you are where you should be.
This week, I want to give a shout-out to all of the folks who do their best to make their loved ones happy when gift-giving.
I believe that classical music, especially that of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, is some of the most chill music ever.
Your “homework” this week is to find a fabulous recipe and drop it in the comments at the end of the blog for me to post next time.
Happy Friday, RISERS! I hope this week has been good to you. We have made it through the first full week of school here in Knoxville, and we are supposed to have a back-to-school dance next week. Can you believe it? I hope you aren’t overloaded with homework already, but if you are, you can
A smile can ease the anxiety of someone else who may be just as nervous as you. It can also help you start a conversation with others and see what you might have in common.
Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, shares something in common with many of you. She and her siblings were in foster care until she was 5 years old.
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