Most nights, the lights in Lauren Anton’s house are on long after her neighbors’ have gone dark. She’s thinking about the more than 600 dogs and 400 cats currently in the foster care system of Saving Hope Rescue in Fort Worth and the best ways to help them. Lauren is a founder and board member…
You know the warm, fuzzy feeling that comes if you, or a member of your family, have been singled out for your contributions to your town or community? You’re proud. You stand a bit taller. It doesn’t matter what form the recognition takes – maybe a plaque made of shiny, oiled wood. Or maybe a…
Most of us use the word “passionate” frequently – maybe too frequently. There is, however, no other word to describe Nansii Downer — especially if we’re talking about passion in serving others. One of the important things to know about Nansii is that she wasn’t always the person she is now. There was a time…
It’s difficult to be the best you can be if you don’t know what that best is and who’s supposed to achieve it. The dedicated administrators, teachers, and staff at the 19 elementary, six middle, and four high schools within the Eagle Mountain Saginaw ISD focus on eliminating such self-limiting obstacles. As a matter of…
A quiet revolution is taking place, one small pair of sneakers at a time. With boundless energy and infectious enthusiasm, the young students of EMS ISD are discovering the incredible benefits of running. In a world filled with screens and gadgets, these pint-sized athletes are lacing up their shoes, hitting the track, and uncovering a…
Some people confuse dreams with wishes made on the flickering candles of a birthday cake – they won’t come true if you talk about them. Sometimes, though, dreams have a much better chance of flowering if you “speak them into existence,” and draw in the support of others. Matt Skates, bass player for a band…
Stress. It’s unavoidable and can be dangerous if ignored. Stress is a part of living. It comes from our professions, from politics, from pandemics, from financial concerns, and from 108-degree temperatures. There is no option but to deal with it. Some people choose prayer, meditation, a trusted therapist, a darkened room with soothing music, a…
Perhaps one of the most tragic aspects of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia is the disease’s relentless destruction of an individual’s awareness – awareness of who he is, of where he is, of his identity, and the identities of those he once loved. This is why so many refer to the condition as the…
There’s a fair amount of open, honest, informative conversation about the foster care system. We know, or at least we believe we know, that the system works diligently to place kids into loving, accepting, and supportive homes. Foster parents enter the situation knowing the leading goal is the reunification of the child with his/her family….
Faye Flory of Saginaw has been blessed with a lot of living and loving during her 98 years on this side of heaven. While many of us are plagued by “senior moments” and fears of dementia long before 98, Ms. Faye is as sharp as the proverbial tack. Unlike many elders whose most vivid memories…