It’s barely the middle of August and kids are heading back to school... sorta. Some will be doing it online and others in person. Unlike years past when the big deal was hitting Office Depot for school supplies, this year’s big deal is the risk of sending a youngster out the door to school. Luckily, the folks at Children’s Health have provided "Back-To-School Guidance" … [Read more...] about Children’s COVID-19 Back-To-School Guidelines Are A Primer For Parents With Health Concerns
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August 7 Updates: Cancellations, Going Virtual, Postponements and Reschedules
On the boot heels of 2020 Cattle Baron’s Ball’s cancellation, more notices of change of plans are coming in with September appearing to be the hardest hit. Here's today's rundown of developments: Canceled Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance’s Annual Hope Fashion Show scheduled for Thursday, September 24 Cattle Baron’s Ball Trailblazer party scheduled for Friday, … [Read more...] about August 7 Updates: Cancellations, Going Virtual, Postponements and Reschedules
JUST IN: Dwell With Dignity’s Thrift Studio Changes Up Plans For VIP Preview Party
Due to COVID-10 concerns, Dwell With Dignity’s Thrift Studio VIP Preview Party has been adjusted “to help prevent crowds and manage traffic flow.” Originally, the nighttime party was to take place on Wednesday, August 27, but a second party had been added on Thursday, August 28. Another change is the time. Instead of an evening event, both parties will be held from 10 a.m. … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dwell With Dignity’s Thrift Studio Changes Up Plans For VIP Preview Party
JUST IN: 2020 Celebrating Women Luncheon Is Going Virtual With Details To Come
2020 Celebrating Women Luncheon Chair Peggy Meyer and Underwriting Chair Jill Tanabaum have just revealed that the 21st annual fundraiser for Baylor Scott And White Dallas Foundation’s fight against breast cancer will be virtual. According to the ladies, “We have taken the last few months to have thoughtful conversations regarding the safety of our committee, our patrons … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2020 Celebrating Women Luncheon Is Going Virtual With Details To Come
Dallas’ Arboretum And Zoo Have The Welcome Mats Out With Reservations
Halfway through summer and folks are starting to really run out of things to do with munchkins. With the temperatures before noon checking in the 80s, now is a perfect time to get outdoors. But walking around the block has gotten a wee bit ho-hum. So, why not check a couple of places that are made for strolling and you can even lock down a time period. Dallas Arboretum and … [Read more...] about Dallas’ Arboretum And Zoo Have The Welcome Mats Out With Reservations
A Gentle Reminder: Beware Of The Wrong-Way Shopper Who Strolls The Aisles
While businesses are requiring masks to be worn by staff and customers/clients, there's popped up a recurring problem in retail stores, especially grocery stores. It’s the wrong-way shopper. Despite floor signage, these directional deviants are either throwing caution to the wind or just seem to be oblivious that they are fish swimming upstream. But it’s not … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Beware Of The Wrong-Way Shopper Who Strolls The Aisles
The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 15
By mid-June the world had adjusted to living in the new world order created by COVID-19. Despite the state's reopening, Billy suggested that the families, who'd taken refuge at Pappy’s Place, stay put. Some questioned why he recommended their extending their stay. After all, Henderson County was only reporting low case counts. But Billy just had a bad feeling of what might … [Read more...] about The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 15
The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 14
At the end of the fortnight, the pair emerged looking as good as new and ready to take on the world. In early June, Billy suggested that they saddle up a couple of horses and watch the sunset. Just after dinner the two found the perfect hilltop to observe the sun sinking in the west. Billy pulled something out of his pocket saying, “I have a little surprise for my best … [Read more...] about The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 14
Energy Transfer Came Through With A $100K Check For Parkland Foundation’s Dallas Healthcare Heroes
Last May when North Texas was soldiering through the COVID-19 war, Energy Transfer made an offer to support Parkland Foundation’s Public Health Preparedness Fund. Called Dallas Healthcare Heroes, the campaign was to generate “gratitude videos from across the nation” over a six-week period in conjunction with DHD Films. The videos would “serve as living tribute to those whose … [Read more...] about Energy Transfer Came Through With A $100K Check For Parkland Foundation’s Dallas Healthcare Heroes
The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 13
When they returned to Pappy’s Place, it was decided that Shen and Billy would stay in their wing while she healed. Shen was worried about the children seeing her bruised and battered face. It was decided that Ham would explain to the children that due to the COVID-19 guidelines, Shen and Billy had to stay in quarantine for at least two weeks. Only the adults knew what had … [Read more...] about The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 13
The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 12
Around the middle of May, it suddenly struck Billy that he and Shen had been living in a circus-like world. He had been sharing her with a herd of kids and his friends ever since that first night at Lake Palestine. He wanted alone time with his wife for more than eight hours in their bedroom. The opportunity arose when a real estate broker contacted him about a 20,000-acre … [Read more...] about The Best Thing You Ever Met – Part 12