From Grandparents To Grandkids: A Guide To Multigenerational Travel
Imagine a trip that includes parents, grandparents, and kids of all ages. It may seem impossible, but multigenerational travel is a great way to spend time with family and experience new things together. Traveling with multiple generations can be a rewarding experience, offering the chance...
Fiddler’s Green
Celtic mythology speaks of a place bereft of toil where old sailors go after death—a bountiful green valley full of mirth and beauty called Fiddler’s Green. And cloistered in scenic hills near Jacksonville, Alabama, Chris and Heather Dempsey have developed their own place of mirth...
Hot Springs National Park
Strolling along the footpath on the east side of Central Avenue in downtown Hot Springs, Arkansas, it’s easy to forget you’re in a National Park. Cross the street, and you’ve officially stepped out of Hot Springs National Park and into the city of Hot Springs...
Mr. Lee Moore Donates 27 Japanese Maple Trees for MBG Phase II
Progress has begun to develop the recently expanded Montgomery Botanical Gardens Phase II. MBG Phase II is the additional parcel of land along Forest Avenue in front of the Parks and Recreation Building that extends from the vehicle entrance to the vehicle exit. Plans to...
It’s A Derby Day Party!
The Kentucky Derby is held on the first Saturday in May. This year, May 3rd will be the 151st race date. Nicknamed “the most exciting two minutes in sports”, you don’t want to miss the excitement of watching the 20 best horses in the nation...
Cover Profile: Barrie & Laura Harmon
Barrie and Laura Harmon’s journey is a testament to a life well-lived, marked by love, service, and resilience. Both lifelong Montgomery natives, they met by chance in a grocery store checkout line, a serendipitous encounter that blossomed into a marriage lasting 45 years. Barrie’s dedication...
Don’t Become an Identity Theft Victim!
Montgomery and Tuscaloosa ranked in the 25 worst cities for identity theft per capita in the first half of 2023 and Alabama ranked as the eighth worst state in the country. The year 2023 was the worst year on record thus far for identity theft,...
Rejected Movie Sequels
If it’s March, it’s Oscar month, and this year, a sequel (“Dune: Part Two”) is nominated for Best Picture. This doesn’t happen often, and it’s even rarer for a sequel to win that coveted award, with only two sequels having won Best Picture – do...
Grumpy But Grateful: Tech Support Tantrums
Tech support. Two words that strike terror into the hearts of anyone who’s ever tried to, you know, use technology. If Dante were alive today, there’d be a 10th circle of hell, and it would be a never-ending loop of trying to fix your Wi-Fi...
The Joy of Becoming a Pen Pal with Your Grandchildren
In today’s fast-paced digital world, handwritten letters have become a rare treasure. While text messages and video calls offer instant communication, there is something magical about receiving a letter in the mail—especially for a child. Becoming a pen pal with your grandchild is a wonderful...
Keep Moving Forward… A Trip to the History Museum of Mobile
A few years ago, a talented young Mobile entrepreneur named Brad May purchased my memoir, “How Prayer Helped Me Escape the Corporate Rat Race.” He later contacted me via email to convey his thoughts about my book. His exact words were: “I put it above...
Decluttering: Get Started and Stay Motivated
It starts with a drawer. You open it to grab something and suddenly realize it’s overflowing with things you haven’t used in years. That’s when it hits you—clutter has taken over more than just your drawer; it’s creeping into your home and mind. The mess...
SNL at 50 (and Bill Murray Live!)
BOOMers- like it or not, we’ve been around for all 50 seasons of Saturday Night Live. When it launched in ’75, it was appointment TV. You watched it live, or you missed it. Now, an app makes watching any bit from any season or time...
Cover Profile: Donna Hughes
For over five decades, this Montgomery resident has called the city home, building a life rooted in faith, family, and community. Her career at John Knox Manor has been a testament to her passion for helping senior adults and their families navigate the emotional journey...
Arabia Mountain, Georgia
Montgomery’s central Southeast location makes it an ideal launching point for day or weekend adventures to nearby metropolitan destinations such as New Orleans, Nashville, or Atlanta. If your plans include a visit to the Georgia capitol, don’t miss the opportunity for some outdoor exploration with...