Cavorting Canines
BY JEAN MARIE JOHNSON The pandemic has cajoled us into embracing the fine art of making our own fun. Lost in the confusion of it all, I was a bit slow on the uptake. But given my numerous and diverse circle of canine friends, I managed to find inspiration and to follow their instinctive ability […]
Want Long, Luscious Lashes? Book Your Appointment at Lash & Blade
BY AMY HILL Lash & Blade is a cosmetic tattoo and lash studio located on Burke Street in Downtown Winston-Salem that specializes in lash extensions and cosmetic tattoos. Created by Caitlyn Wright in May 2019, Lash & Blade also offers services such as teeth whitening, dermaplaning, and tooth gems. Shanna, Kate, Morgan, and Hannah are […]
Family Services
February is American Heart Month! Last month when we turned that calendar and finally said “good riddance” to 2020, many of us made some resolutions to make healthy changes to lower our risk of developing heart disease. Some of those changes may have included: Losing weight Quitting smoking and staying away from secondhand smoke Controlling […]
The Five Types of People You Meet on an Airplane
BY AMY HILL In preparation for travel ramping back up in 2021, you may find yourself in an airport. If you do, here are five types of people that you are sure to encounter. The Very Important Businessman The plane is full of passengers and every seat is taken. The flight safety video has played […]
Writers Who Read: The Original Stories Popular Movies Are Based On
BY MEGAN TAYLOR Some of our favorites stories have graced the big screen. We fall in love with movie plots and can watch them again and again. But, have you ever wondered where some of those tales come from? Did they originate from a screenwriter’s mind, or were they inspired by someone’s memory, or did […]
A Funny – or not so Funny – Valentine
By TABATHA RENEGAR Let’s face it, there is A LOT of pressure on our romantic partners to make Valentine’s Day special! With all the red, foil-wrapped candy, overpriced grocery store roses, and sappy jewelry commercials, it’s enough to make your heart skip a beat… and not for the right reasons! With that in mind, I […]
Dear June: Romance and Love in Your Decor!
February is a month marked for romance and love. After all, Valentine’s Day is a holiday that celebrates the feeling of true love. While most people think of love as between two people, the way you decorate a room can also be romantic. In order to create a room you fancy, it is important to […]
‘Men Who Cook’ Fires Up Family Friendly Fundraiser
BY ERIN CRAVER, SECU FAMILY HOUSE Like many other non-profits, in-person special events were put on the back burner during COVID-19. But with a new larger venue at Legacy Stables & Events in the Forsyth Barn here in Winston-Salem, and safety protocols put in place, a delicious competition is on the menu for the SECU Family House! The […]
How Does Valentine’s Day Set Us Up for Looking for Love in the Wrong Places?
Conversation with Your BFF BY REBECCA COOPER My earliest memories of Valentine’s Day are of my mom buying me a box of the little cards to give to my classmates in the first grade. I may have put more thought into it than I should have, but I would go one by one through the […]
Valentine’s Day Heartful Reminder: Make the Most of Meaningful Relationships!
BY SUSAN B. B. SCHABACKER Some of the most important things in life are not things at all, but people and relationships. Valentine’s Day, a heartful holiday, reminds us of how fulfilling our lives are with better relationships. Make the most of your time with the ones you love. What would we do without faith, […]
