What Size House Should I Buy?
So you’ve decided to buy a house: congratulations! Now the real work begins. How do you know what kind of house to buy? Besides the aesthetics, in reality, do you know how much space you actually need in your new dream home? There are a lot of things to consider before making that decision, so […]
Brookridge Retirement Community: Home with a View
The popular phrase “location, location, location” couldn’t be more perfect to describe Brookridge Retirement Community in Winston-Salem. Besides every amenity you could imagine, the natural beauty of the Brookridge campus is simply unsurpassed, while the luxury of how convenient it is to the entire Triad area is a delightful bonus. Situated on 46 wooded acres […]
Overcoming Gaps: A Three Part Series, Part 1 Confidence Gap
BY JEN OLENICZAK BROWN Women face different challenges in life. Quite literally, research has shown that the world is built for men and by men: from the average office being about five degrees too cold for women to function at their highest ability, all the way to the “standard” dust, hazard and eye mask, which […]
The Importance of Date Night
BY JAMIE LOBER If you think date nights are a thing of the past or only for singles, think again. Do you remember the feeling of excitement and anticipation knowing you would be spending quality alone time with your significant other? There is no reason you cannot maintain that special feeling and make your relationship […]
Small Talk 101: Part Three Getting In and Getting Out
BY JEN OLENICZAK BROWN Once you start enjoying small talk, it all becomes a little easier. Asking questions, listening, understanding how to introduce yourself – when you have these skills down, you can usually handle most, if not all, networking situations. But how do you get into a conversation? And scarier, sometimes, how do you […]
Summer Sips to Savor and Beat the Heat with Homemade Mixed Drinks – Cocktails & Mocktails
Sip on a special drink this summer. . . Whether you prefer alcoholic beverages or stick with the virgin, enjoy summer cocktails and mocktails that offer refreshment in every sip! Tired of the bar scene? Whip together your fav mixed drink you can enjoy from home. Cool down from the summer heat and get refreshed! […]
Nationally Known Political Icons and Strategists Set To Speak In Winston-Salem
Trellis Supportive Care (formerly Hospice & Palliative CareCenter) is excited to announce the fourth annual Living Your Best Life Speaker Series scheduled for September 25, 2019 in Winston-Salem. This year’s event brings three nationally known political icons and strategists, each with decades of notoriety and recognition as frequent guests on network and cable news shows; […]
Becoming a Better Morning Person
BY JAMIE LOBER If you find yourself hitting the snooze button more than you would like, you are not alone. Some women jump up at the crack of dawn and are eager to start their day while others do not share those sentiments. The good news is that there are things you can do so […]
Diary of Sojourner Truth: The Latter Journey
Sojourner Truth, a 19thcentury women’s rights activist, was a preacher and abolitionist speaker in her time. This is what I, Sojourner Truth, recall from the later years of my life. My callin,’ my preachin’, my activism, an’ service. “RELIGION WITHOUT HUMANITY” In 1832, the Holy Spirit led me to a man named Robert Matthews. He […]
The View July 2019
Dear Readers, Many of you know that just as we went to print with the June issue, my dad passed away. We were overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support we received and continue to receive. My dad was a vital part of the Forsyth Magazines team. He helped out in so many ways, […]
