Laurie Stroud
The Gift of Hope
Miracle Moments Brought to you by: Molly Maid of Birmingham, www.mollymaid.com/birmingham “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6 Before arriving at Big Oak, the circumstances that surrounded Leavy …
Teaching a Stewardship Mindset
Money Matters Brought to you by: OneAscent Wealth, www.oneascentwealth.com “I want to go to the jump place!” Our three-year-old son loves a trampoline park and often expresses his love with this simple statement. Bless his little heart, he’s yet to develop the categories of what the trip costs and how often we can go based …
Updates & Expansions at Brookdale University Park
Senior Scene Brookdale University Park Clare Bridge Crossings Brookdale University Park Clare Bridge Crossings is a stepping stone between home or Assisted Living and Clare Bridge Memory Care. It is designed to support those living with early-stage Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Clare Bridge Crossings is based on a growing body of research that …
Helping Loved Ones Fighting Addiction
Healthy Living Families of the addicted get sick too. Many family therapists have written volumes on the codependency of family members who have a loved one riddled with addiction. Numerous books have been written exploring the damage done to families due to alcoholism and other addictions including drugs, gambling, sex, and even food. The following …
Strengthen Your Immune System this Season
Healthy Living This time of year brings many wonderful things such as cozy gatherings with loved ones, warm fires, and delicious food. Unfortunately, it also brings along coughs, sneezes, and sniffles. At such a busy time of the year, getting sick can really put a damper on your holiday plans. Here are some tips to …
Freshen Up Your Home for the Holidays
Home for the Holidays Is your vinyl siding looking old and worn? Iron City Power Washing Inc. may be able to revitalize it for you. We’re a trusted provider of soft washing services in the Hoover, Mountain Brook, Leeds and Homewood, Ala. areas with a proven reputation. We can help you freshen your home for …
Never Reject Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist Coverage
Legal Matters presented by: Frank S. Buck P.C., Personal Injury You may have heard that it is mandatory in Alabama to have a minimal liability auto insurance policy. That means drivers are supposed to carry at least $25,000 of liability insurance by Alabama state law. However, a large percentage of drivers on the Alabama roads …
Organize Your Home for the Holidays
Our House Are you looking to get your home organized for the holidays and the new year? A Better Closet can help with custom-built organization and home-storage solutions for anything from home-offices and mudrooms to laundry rooms and, of course, closets. The process starts with an in-home appointment to evaluate the homeowner’s space and desires, …
Remembering Loved Ones with Community Grief Support
Special Feature This holiday season, Community Grief Support (CGS) is celebrating the lives of those we’ve loved and lost in our community. At a time when there has been such exacerbated grief due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other losses, the Homewood community is finding hope and healing in an uplifting and positive way. The …
13 Fall Events to Not Miss in Birmingham
Special Feature Looking for fun events to attend this fall season? Don’t miss these great local options happening in and around Birmingham! Click on the event name to get more details. October 13-15: Birmingham Greek Festival October 14-15: Merry Market October 22: Trunk or Treat with Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills October 23: Vestavia Hills …
