Month: November 2019

Speak up!

Speak up!

Local Toastmasters groups foster confidence, camaraderie By April Towery  There could be singing. There might be dancing. And there will definitely be laughter.  Adults gathering at a bank or church basement to critique each other’s speeches may seem out of the comfort zone for some, 

‘Tis the Season to Celebrate

‘Tis the Season to Celebrate

By Sydni Ellis It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas especially in Texas, where we start singing holiday carols before the Halloween decorations are put back in the attic. We can’t help it! The twinkling lights, sparkling tinsel, colorful ornaments and shiny presents are 

Stitch by Stitch

Stitch by Stitch

Quilting guild gives back to community By April Towery A  breast cancer survivor, a military mom and a retired teacher walk into the O.E. Carlisle Civic Center in Farmersville.  They don’t punch a clock; that’s just what the members of the Farmersville Quilt Guild do 

Brewski is beggin’ for  a new home

Brewski is beggin’ for a new home

My name is Brewski and I am a darling 40 lb 8-month-old Husky/Anatolian mix boy. So, you see I’m the perfect size. Aside from my good looks, I have a great personality! And I’d love to find a family who will teach me all the 

Slow Cooked PALEO

Slow Cooked PALEO

Winter Harvest Chicken Dinner  If you love eating seasonally and are as big of a fall and winter food enthusiast as I am, you’re going to enjoy this chicken and vegetable all-in-one meal. Hints of nutmeg, maple and cinnamon make it feel warm and cozy,