The Peace Games

by

In observance of the 50th anniversary of the Birmingham Civil Rights Movement, Urban Bred, Birmingham Cricket Association, The Mayor’s Division of Youth Services, the Birmingham YMCA Youth Center, Our Production Consulting, and Scotty Colson,  Assistant… Read More

The Lost Art of Reading Aloud

by

When my children were young we looked forward to Wednesday nights for two reasons. First, we loved mid-week Bible Study. Second, we would leave Bible Study and head for Books-a Million. We were… Read More

Show your heart some love on Valentine’s Day

by

February is filled with activities to raise awareness about health and culture.  We have invited experts to share their wisdom on various topics.  This month is American Heart Month.  Our guest blogger is… Read More

A Birmingham Gem: Railroad Park

by

This is a response to the question:” What is your most meaningful Place? I found it tragic that I would consider a place my most meaningful place after I realized that, I have… Read More

2013 What Can They Do?

by

I have declared 2013 as the year that I only “attract” the things that I want. My very wise 25 year old son posted on his Facebook page, ” PSA: Mr. Farmer will… Read More

Purposeful Parenting

by

Today, as I was completing my morning walk around the perimeter of a near-by stadium, I noticed something. There were signs all around the structure giving instructions as to what the procedures are… Read More

King Holiday Traditions

by

People celebrate the King Holiday in different ways.  When we lived in California, it was an official state holiday.  When we moved to Alabama it wasn’t so we just took the day off.… Read More

Workout Resolutions

by

The original version of this post was written for Lessons of an 80′s Alumna which is an ode to my 40′s and all the things I had learned.  I thought many moms would appreciate me… Read More

Free breast exam, pap smear, and mammogram

by

Women who are 40 and do not have symptoms are eligible for this program until the end of December.  Please call The Bethesda at 788-2200 or visit http://www.adph.org/earlydetection/assets/incomeguidelines.pdf to see if you qualify.

Reading Enrichment & The Holidays

by

 On any given day, one can hear the Principal of Glen Iris Elementary School saying, “What is your daily homework assignment?”  The kids reply, “Read!”  Though the kids are out of school, continue… Read More

Follow

Get every new post delivered to your Inbox.