by mcl | Jan 2, 2014 | Columns, Lifestyle, Rave Reviews
REVIEWED BY Susan E. Richardson Finding God in Tough Times by Kristi Holl gives middle school girls 90 devotions to encourage and help them find God’s guidance and comfort when dealing with difficult situations. Holl uses an initial Scripture and then a story format,...
by mcl | Dec 23, 2013 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By LYDIA BOLEN The 2013 Christmas season has arrived! Now is the time to plan fun gifts to share with friends, family, and teachers. I like to give much thought to my edible gifts each year. Make it easy on yourself by preparing many gifts at once. Time in and out of...
by mcl | Nov 2, 2013 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By LYDIA BOLEN November is autumn at its finest here in Mississippi. Vibrant fall colors are everywhere you look. With cooler temperatures, I love to pull out old family recipes or try new versions of the old ones. My mother and her sisters baked Pineapple Upside...
by mcl | Oct 3, 2013 | Columns, Lifestyle, Rave Reviews
Reviewed by SUSAN E. RICHARDSON If you’ve ever wanted to help a hurting friend but weren’t sure how, then Hopelifter by Kathe Wunnenberg is the book for you. Perhaps you’d like to go further and organize more people to support those in need. Either way, this book will...
by mcl | Oct 3, 2013 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By LYDIA BOLEN I love fall. It marks the end to the blazing summer here in Mississippi. Fall can be refreshing and can energize us as we are reminded of another season approaching. Color is all around us. The bright oranges, vibrant reds, and golden yellows—they...
