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Mama Sue: Serving Up Hope from a Southern Kitchen
Cover Story Sue Garrett’s life has taken many unexpected turns, but the retired school teacher and principal from Harpersville, Ala. never imagined she’d become one of the most popular cooks on the internet. As “Mama Sue,” she reaches out to hundreds of thousands of followers and millions of viewers through her Facebook pages and YouTube …
A Foundation Found in Christ at Big Oak Ranch
Miracle Moments Brought to you by: Molly Maid of Birmingham, mollymaid.com “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” Colossians 2:6-7 My story starts the day my mother died. I was five. …
To Outwit Them All
Best Books A revolutionary tale of courage and conviction. Award-winning author Peggy Wirgau brings Revolutionary War intrigue to life in her gripping new historical novel, To Outwit Them All, inspired by the mysterious female agent 355 of George Washington’s famed Culper Spy Ring. It’s 1780 in British-occupied New York City, where socialite Betty Floyd enjoys …
For Megan: Preventing Domestic Violence Before It Starts
Special Feature The Megan Montgomery Foundation Board of Directors recently celebrated the third anniversary of the local grantmaking nonprofit. They also celebrated awarding the following grants for healthy relationship education programs: Disability Resource Network in Huntsville, $5,000; Southern Union State Community College in Opelika $13,500; Girls Inc. $10,000; Penelope House in Mobile $10,000; and Camellia …
A Sneak Peek at the Fun in Store: Celebrate the Family Expo 2025
Special Feature Grab your family and friends and join us for the 6th Annual Celebrate the Family Expo on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex’s Finley Center. Enjoy free family fun, great giveaways, and delicious food while you learn about resources that can help you and your family. Rain or shine this is …
Caring Hearts, Healing Paws: Meet Tara & Ruthie- Creative, Compassionate Support for Kids and Families
Healthy Living We’re thrilled to introduce a joyful new addition to our Fortify Christian Counseling family—Tara Vines, LPC-S, and her certified therapy dog, Ruthie! Together, this dynamic duo brings a warm and compassionate approach to child and family counseling that blends professional excellence with heart-centered care. Tara Vines, LPC, brings more than 25 years of …
On Her Way to Achieving Her Dreams: Cancer Survivor Margaret Anne Palmer
Healthy Living In 2017, Margaret Anne Palmer was diagnosed with Wilms Tumor, a form of kidney cancer most commonly found in children. Her tumor was discovered by chance. When Margaret Anne was a baby, she had clogged tear ducts, which made her eyes look like they had pink eye. Doctors said they would place stents …
A Safe Space for Men to Heal & Grow: Still Waters Counseling and Education Center
Healthy Living Teal Dick, M. Div, LPC-S, is passionate about helping men heal from past pains and grow into stronger people through counseling. Teal brings nearly 30 years of counseling experience and provides a safe place where men can drop their masks and be honest about their struggles. Real Issues. Teal explains that many men …
Come Celebrate with Us!
Publisher’s Note As we close out our 25th year of publishing, we invite you to come and celebrate with us at our 6th Annual Celebrate the Family Expo! Saturday September 13, 2025 at the Hoover Met Complex Finley Center. Enjoy fun, free activities from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. while browsing 50 plus exhibits where you will …
