After 17 years of Thanksgiving dinners served to as many as 25 guests in a small dining room and prepared in an equally small kitchen, Diane Kelly thought it would be nice to have a bigger kitchen, a larger dining room and maybe a back porch. Keith Kelly agreed and the two began envisioning […]
This summer, Jackie Pittman is following her cardiologist’s orders and exercising in her beautiful backyard pool. “My grandkids and their granddaddy loved that pool,” Jackie said. “I can still hear their voices say, ‘Granddaddy, one more time,’ and he would pitch ’em into the water!” Stan has not been with Jackie to enjoy that […]
Reneé Shreeves was in junior high when she first encountered a girl who was deaf. Instead of shying away like most children would, Reneé embraced her, becoming fascinated with learning about deaf disabilities. She took her first sign language class that year, and has not stopped signing since. Years later, when she was in […]
Warning lights on your dashboard alert you to take action before your car leaves you stranded. Similarly, your body has indicators to caution you that health problems may be ahead. These four numbers give you and your physician a quick gauge of your health. If you don’t know your numbers, it’s probably time for […]
Margaret Dickens is trying to retire. She has tried twice before. “When you’re a founder, you can’t just leave,” laughed Margaret, who plans to take the title of Emeritus Director of Wings of Hope, the equine therapy center just south of Burleson, a little north of where FM 917 and CR 806 coincide. “This […]
Finally, it looks and feels like spring! There is still time to find and plant some great plants that will bloom spring, summer and fall. Salvias are among these great types of plants. They are also known as sages. The most common are: Pineapple Sage, Mexican Bush Sage, Autumn Sage, Scarlet or Lipstick sage, […]
From a sweet and busy home in the center of Burleson shines a soft ray of hope for families whose lives are hurt by cancer. Her name is Donyelle’ Allen, and this year she heads up Burleson’s Relay For Life team effort. Prepared in advance for such a time as this, Donyelle’ said, “Yes!” […]
Perspective is often relative; it can change with time and personal experience. How a person views his or her high school experience may change during certain parts of life: as a high school freshman, a high school senior, a 10-year alumni or a senior citizen. It can be amazing how time and experience can […]
Since February is American Heart Month, it’s a great time to share some important information about heart disease. Often, people think of heart disease as a man’s problem. However, the statistics on women and heart disease are sobering. Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women. Each year, cardiovascular diseases claim the lives […]
Mason Smart’s favorite color is purple, so that is what she wore to prom this year. But when she is on the basketball court, Mason wears Joshua High School’s royal blue, black and white uniform with pleasure. She gets a kick out of the game, you see. And when she wins, she gets pretty […]
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