Spooky & Fun:

Spooky & Fun:

Halloween Crafts Kids Will Love By Carrie Dunlea Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy. For kids, it’s also a chance to get creative, let their imaginations run wild, and make something fun with their own hands. Parents and teachers know that holiday crafts do …

Adopt Acadia

Adopt Acadia

Meet Acadia, a sweet 2-year-old Lab mix with a zest for life and a heart full of love. This energetic girl lights up every room she enters with her playful spirit and eagerness to make new friends. Whether she’s showing off her best “sit” for …

Family Nights to Remember

Family Nights to Remember

Fun After-Sunset Activities Everyone Will Love By Carrie Dunlea When the sun sets and the day’s to-do list winds down, the real magic of family time can begin. Whether you’re squeezing in quality moments on a weeknight or enjoying a laid-back weekend at home, evening …

Hitting Pause:

Hitting Pause:

How to Step Away from the Daily Grind By Carrie Dunlea If every day feels like a rerun of the one before—wake, work, repeat—you’re not alone. Stress is a near-universal experience. In fact, the American Institute of Stress reports that 80% of U.S. adults regularly …

Celebrate the Journey

Celebrate the Journey

Thoughtful ways to honor decades of marriage By Carrie Dunlea Spring often marks the season of love and fresh starts, making it a natural time for couples to celebrate wedding anniversaries. For those who have weathered decades together—perhaps 25 years or more—finding ways to make …

Carve the perfect jack-o’-lantern

Carve the perfect jack-o’-lantern

Jack-o’-lanterns are one of many indelible symbols of Halloween. It’s hard to pinpoint the precise origins of jack-o’-lanterns, but many historians trace the tradition to 19th century Ireland. In fact, this instantly recognizable staple of Halloween decor gets its name from an Irish folktale character …

Make a Difference

Make a Difference

North Texas Giving Day: A Lifeline for Local Nonprofits By Sonia Duggan In the vibrant and diverse Wylie area, local nonprofits are the heart of the community, tirelessly working to address various needs—from feeding the hungry and supporting those facing unplanned pregnancies to caring for …

Workin’ 5-9

Workin’ 5-9

Make the most of your morning hours for more productive days From a regenerative bath to that first cup of coffee, early morning rituals have the power to heal, restore and fuel. They can leave you feeling accomplished, empowered and ready to take on the …

Claim Caldwell as your new pet

Claim Caldwell as your new pet

Caldwell is a 5-year-old, neutered male hound mix that has bounds of energy.  He loves to jump around and explore. He would do best with an active individual or a family that has older kids that can keep him busy! He is also a big …

Plan your next vacation like a pro

Plan your next vacation like a pro

If the chance to unplug, recharge and just get away is calling your name, it’s a sign that it’s time to plan a vacation. Whether you envision a trip around town or across the country, getting organized and doing a little prep work can help …