Laurie Stroud
Great Get-Away at Historic Boone Cabin
Tucked away on the wooded banks of Lake Tuscaloosa, the 1820s Boone Cabin provides historic charm, modern features, and breathtaking views of the lake. Boone newspapers graciously donated the home to The University of Alabama in honor of Mrs. Frances Boone. With renovations that maintain the historic integrity of the home, the venue is now …
The Benefits of Socializing as a Senior
Senior Scene As adults age, it’s common to spend more time alone and less time engaging in social situations. A diminishing social life can lead to social isolation, which presents dangerous health risks. Social isolation can lead to poor emotional health and depression, high blood pressure, decreased physical health, and a decreased sense of well-being. …
Join in CommUnity Seder Celebration
City Scene For most Christians, Easter is the highlight of the Spring church calendar; for most Jews, the main Spring event is the Passover celebration, featuring a traditional meal based on retelling and reenacting the original exodus from Egypt. These events might seem unrelated, but did you know that Jesus’ “Last Supper” was a traditional …
Castin’ ‘N Catchin to Help Children with Heart Disease
Are We There Yet? Enjoy a great day out on Lake Guntersville while helping raise funds for the Pediatric and Congenital Heart Center at Children’s of Alabama. The Castin’ ‘N Catchin Fishing Tournament is April 14, 2018 at Goose Pond Colony Resort, Lake Guntersville, Scottsboro, Ala. The annual tournament has raised more than $200,000 in …
The Deep Things of God: Beeson Lay Academy
Special Feature The Lay Academy of Theology at Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School helps believers live a deep life in God amidst the troubles that swirl around us. This semester the Academy offers many excellent opportunities to study under the leadership of Divinity School professors in both afternoon and evening classes. Dr. Doug Webster’s course, …
Relief for Paying for Private K-12 Education
Money Matters presented by: Vision Financial Having just paid for two children to graduate from Briarwood Christian School, I wish that I could have received better tax breaks for paying for private education for grades K-12. While Coverdell Education Savings accounts allowed tax-free savings for K-12 qualifying expenses, they are also subject to income limits …
Cold Weather Workout Tips
Healthy Living Cold weather is upon us, but getting your exercise in is still a good idea. Here are a few ways to keep the frigid feelings down and your heart rate up during the chilly months, courtesy of The Mayo Clinic. Watch the wind. Temperature, wind, and moisture, along with how long you will be …
Mobility Aids: Tips on How to Broach the Topic with Parents & Older Relatives
Healthy Living As the Baby Boomer generation ages, there is an increasing trend in choosing to “Age in Place” rather than in a nursing home or assisted living facility. With this push toward an independent lifestyle comes a great adversity toward the mere suggestion of using a scooter or stairlift. In fact, merely mentioning that …
Who Is in Charge?
Encouraging Word Bill Bright, founder of Campus Crusade for Christ, produced a pamphlet entitled, “4 Spiritual Laws.” It mentioned that in each of our lives there is both a throne and a cross, and they both will be occupied. For Christ followers, Jesus Christ should occupy the throne, since He is our Lord; and our …
