Laurie Stroud
Money Matters
What to Give the Graduate who has Everything… or Nothing Graduation day is here. The day that you long dreamed for your son or daughter. They are beginning their new journey to college or from college to the working world. Your excitement gives way to the question: What do I get them for Graduation? If …
Best Books
Roots and Sky I am not an outdoors kind of person. After being outside for fifteen minutes, I’m usually done. I don’t hunt or fish or hike mountains. And I certainly don’t plant gardens. That’s why this month’s book selection is somewhat ironic. In Roots and Sky (Revell Publishing, $13.99), author Christie Purifoy chronicles a year …
Fashion For You
Master Minimalistic Packing & Travel in Style  Anyone who knows me knows I absolutely love to travel. I will take a boat, plane, train or any form of transportation to get to that long awaited destination. One thing I have not always loved about traveling is packing for a week – or two or three …
Are We There Yet?
Travel Safety Tips The changing weather can have a considerable effect on our vehicles, making maintenance and upkeep vital. Express Oil Change & Tire Engineer who offers these key tips to keep you and your family safe on the road and prevent roadside emergencies. Optimize vehicle efficiency: Get the best possible gas mileage by having …
City Scene
Bible Reading Marathon The front steps of Birmingham’s historic Southside Baptist Church will be the site of the sixth annual Birmingham Bible Reading Marathon. Reading of the Bible begins at 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 1 and will continue around the clock until 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 5, the National Day of Prayer. The Bible Marathon will …
Best Books
Home Is Where My People Are Alabamians are known for many things, some of which are commendable. We are a polite, friendly, and hard-working people. We consume vast quantities of sweet tea, and speak with a highly distinctive accent. Our religious zeal for college football is barely, and only barely, eclipsed by our passion for …
Fashion for You
What to Wear When Exploring the Outdoors The days are longer and the sun is brighter- it’s time to get outside and take advantage of the gorgeous Alabama scenery! Of course, you will want to keep yourself fashionable when you are half way up a mountain, walking down the beach or camping in the wilderness. …
Legal Matters
Put Estate Planning at the Top of the List for Your New Baby Baby showers, cribs, soft blankets, and adorable outfits followed quickly by diaper changes and lack of sleep usually preoccupy the minds of new parents. However, estate planning should also be prominent in the minds of parents. While it is not a pleasant …
