Mother May I? Looking for ideas for Mother’s Day? This year, celebrate that the role of our mothers in shaping their children’s lives is unsurpassed. Mothers teach us to love, be strong, be confident, persist, live life to its fullest and be the best we can be. Check out these creative and thoughtful ideas to …
ESPECIALLY THESE DAYS, it’s easy to lose sight of living a meaningful life. It’s an interesting phenomenon the amount of time, energy and money we invest in living healthier, longer and happier lives. Yet, we often still feel unsatisfied, and that our lives are devoid of meaning and purpose. When it comes to living a meaningful …
There is a sentinel among us who has witnessed a thousand years of humanity. As a youngster, she looked on as Native Americans lived off the land, hunting and fishing with the aid of bone pointed arrows, blow guns and nets in pursuit of alligator, deer, aquatic animals and fish. Over the centuries, she grew …
WHEN FALL ARRIVES so do family gatherings. The changing of the seasons means the changing of colors, along with your home’s décor. Traditional autumn colors of orange, brown and tan blend perfectly with soothing neutrals and festive metallic finishes. Rustic touches with modern influences create a comfortable and cozy, yet contemporary feel. From table accents …
TO COMPLETE THEIR dream home in the Woodlands, Stephen and Reba Weymouth envisioned an outdoor space that would be their own private oasis. “When we walked out of the back door, we wanted to be transported to a different place – like being on vacation every day,” says Reba, an ANCC Board Certified Family Nurse …
The idea of an outdoor living space has evolved from the humble patio of yesteryear—think simple concrete pads with aluminum camp chairs and ice chests surrounding a folding charcoal pit—to today’s elaborate and expansive areas that contain cooking, dining and lounging areas alongside a pool or other water features. As with other types of design …
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When Chad and Shana Roig say they built their four-bedroom, three-bathroom house boasting 7,000 total square feet, they mean they built their new Del Oaks residence in Madisonville. From the pouring of the slab in March 2018 to their move-in day in March 2019, the Roigs were intimately involved in the building process including the …
So many roses and so many colors! Have you ever wondered about the meaning and significance of roses? Here’s some fun insight into their colorful meanings. Red Red roses are the traditional symbol for love and romance, and will always be the classic way to say, “I love you.” The red rose also reflects beauty and perfection. …
Whether you’re celebrating an oh-so-holy night, rockin’ around the Christmas tree, or lighting candles for a Happy Hanukkah or Joyous Kwanzaa, decorations can play in important role in symbolizing the meaning of the holidays. And, of course, they brighten our living spaces and delight us with their beauty and light. Gathering around the tree or …
“Every morning I wake up and open the drapes, and I’m just so grateful for this incredible life.” This statement wraps up homeowner Jennifer Pacione’s outlook on her life, her work—and especially the home she shares with her nine-year-old daughter and her husband Jim. The gracious white house stands as an emblem of classic southern …
Every man deserves a space that they can call their own. Whether he prefers to play arm-chair quarterback in solitude or have the gang over to shoot pool and share a brew, there are certain features his den needs to make it the perfect retreat. This Slidell-area “manctuary” boasts the quintessential necessities for the perfect …
If the men in your life are looking for a unique experience this year, there’s a hot, new trend to consider. Possibly inspired by the likes of Downton Abbey or maybe an answer to ‘Girls’ Night Out,’ gents are gathering to celebrate camaraderie and the finer things in life with an event that amounts to …
