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Replenishing from the Storms of Life
Every Family Deserves Hope I have lived in Alabama for nearly fifty years. Growing up in this state comes with certain expectations and things to anticipate. We are required to choose an allegiance when it comes to college football. Pollen season is always going to be severe and our four weather seasons often just blend …
Before You Claim Social Security
Money Matters Brought to you by: Community Partner Vision Financial Group Whether you want to leave work at 62, 67, or 72, claiming the retirement benefits you are entitled to by federal law is no casual decision. You will want to consider a few key factors first. 1. How long do you think you will …
A Servant’s Heart: A Salute to Birmingham’s Andrea Whitfield
Senior Scene The pandemic did not stop Birmingham native Andrea Whitfield from being active in her community. Whitfield is a mother, grandmother, author of four books and a retired teacher at Birmingham City Schools- where she taught for 36 years. She also currently holds the title of Ms. Senior Titusville and is the winner of …
Grandparenting for Future Generations
Senior Scene Recently I was reading in John 15 where Jesus delivers his “I am” statement- “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener” and wondered how old a grapevine could live to be. I was amazed to discover they can live 120+ years. The oldest grape-producing vine living today is in Slovenia and …
Come Join Our Family!
Senior Scene We are excited and proud to say that Brookdale University Park is open to new residents. When you come in for a tour, you will have the option to choose from an indoor and/or outdoor visit, where permitted. We offer a virtual connection too. New residents will not be obligated to quarantine prior …
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Come Celebrate with Us!
Publisher’s Note As we turn 21, we would like to invite you to come and celebrate with us! Here’s a snapshot of just some of the fun, free activities taking place at the Celebrate the Family Expo! Saturday May 8, 2021 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Pelham Civic Complex. Kid Zone inflatables courtesy Fun …
A Joyful Heart is Good Medicine
Healthy Living Proverbs 17:22 is one of my favorite Bible verses. We even put it on every receipt that leaves our pharmacy! It says, “A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” At first glance, that may seem a little counterintuitive for a pharmacy to have that on their …
Mission Minded T. Fox SalonSpa
Faith @ Work It is about much more than great hairstyles and haircuts at T. Fox SalonSpa in Hoover, Ala. “When I hire a new employee, it’s really based on servanthood,” says Traci Fox, owner of the faithbased full service salon on Valleydale Road. “I have a team of service providers that really have servant’s …